Kecoughtan High School - Tomahawk Yearbook (Hampton, VA)

Text from Pages 1 - 264 of the 1979 volume:

I am the protector, ally, and holder of precious memories for all Warriors. Traditionally, young braves have gone on isolated journeys in order to find their individual purposes in life. Each Warror loved and treasured his own special memories, painted in simple symbols of animals and other wildlife. In the 1978-79 school year, Kecoughtan Warriors possessed their own imaginary shields, shaped and moulded to the individuals ' pers onalities, hopes, and dreams. Just as ancient Indians of long ago, today ' s Warriors carried their shields proudly and cherished them as the holders of their memories. 4 1 ■ V ' 4 V Kecoughtan Hi Hampton,Virginia When the doors of Kecoughtan were flung open in late August for the beginning of school, each Warrior entered as a unique individual with his or her hopes and dreams. These hopes and dreams formed each student ' s personality and were worn by students like shields. A shield is a broad, protective armament used as decoration and identification. Traditionally, Indians have felt great pride and love for their shields. After an Indian brave had undergone a vision of his dreams and his purpose in life, he would depict his vision on his shield with symbols. The shield was his original creation and commanded respect from his peers. Kecoughtan ' s Warriors, possessing their own modern-day shields, carried them not on their arms, but in their personalities and actions. The students ' shields were expressed in their community activities, academic experiences, and relationships with fellow Warriors. Id of Dreams In addition to performing complicated mathematical operations. Senior Ravi Dhanvada discovers that calculators make excellent pillows. A devious-looking bunch who can only be up to no good? No, it is a group of loyal Kecoughtan Republicans preparing to hand out literature at the Hampton Fair Day. 2 INTRODUCTION mmf Keep your eyes on the road. As her eyes wander off the simulated road, Vikki Todd glances at a handsome driver on her right. Another sunny Saturday afternoon. Junior James Hicks mentally prepares for the upcoming activity — practicing the art of doing nothing. Reaching Dreaming of days when it was filled with customers, the Hispaniola Restaurant appears saddened by its abandonment Displaying a design which fits its environment perfectly, St. Mary ' s Star of the Sea Catholic Church enhances historic l ort Monroe HHr Kill w r - ■ Tj TABLE OF CONTENTS Opening Special Events Sports Clubs and Organizations Academics and Faculty Community Closing In 1978-79 the lives of Kecoughtan students did not solely revolve around the school, but reached far out into the community. Traditionally, Indians lived as one family unit with all food and water divided equally among the tribe. Likewise, the Warriors of KHS shared their time and resources with people in the community. Such clubs as the Keyettes and Key Club, designed to help the community, accomplished charitable tasks. The annual SCA Thanksgiving and Christmas basket competitions were held. The baskets full of goodies (mainly of canned foods and a turkey or ham) were delivered by the various organizations to families who could not afford the traditional holiday meal. The students, who worked hard and long, bore their shields with symbols displaying their willingness to help others. Many KHS students entered the world of politics by helping in the area ' s congressional and senatorial campaigns. As part of a government project, seniors addressed and sealed envelopes, drew posters, and made countless phone calls in an effort to help their candidates win the election. Students felt that they learned first hand about the political environment of America. Through the high school experience, the Warriors acquired greater knowledge and new insights, and these were also depicted on their shields. hi ' ii-jt ' lt nciir thi I. senior N it Hrown attempts to gather in another rebound INTRODUCTION .-3 B 1 ' With about 1500 students at Kecoughtan, there were indeed different faces and personalities accompanied by their invisible shields. From this incredibly giant number of distinct individuals, groups of students with similar interests were formed. In these groups, lasting friendships and alliances were made. Happily, most of the groups were open to students who seemed to feel at ease in any group. Sometimes, the group would unknowingly form its own type of shield, a collage of personalities, hopes and dreams portrayed on a shield of imagination. From these group shields, the members added to their own shields new symbols as they were enriched by their experiences in the group. Fortunately, there were no rivalries among the groups, as each was taken for what it was, a circle of friends. Certain groups were formed from common activities or interests, such as members of the same foreign language club, sports team or drama club. For whatever reason it was formed, each group of friends made the high school year a friendlier and more exciting happening for all Warriors. Through it all, the shields bearing the students ' personalities were changed, with new and special symbols added because of encounters with their friends. Cun this be the latest fad in disco fashions? Entertaining Warriors during halftime festivities, Nancy Seitz, Doreen Foster, Adrienne Brandon and Debbie Edwards step to the beat of the drums. Oblivious to the professional football game on television, seniors Linda Corey and Jean Peters entwine flower after flower into chicken wire for the Senior Homecoming float. 6 INTRODUCTION .1 ■ Thousands of wooden supports! Key clubbers Mike Moon and Curt South perform a valuable service, refurbishing the Peninsula Rescue Mission. Aided by signs, pom-poms and cheers, the proud Class of 1980 displays unity at the Football Homecoming pep rally. - Using his football instincts, Coach Howard Jackson sends in a possible six point play via Grover Harris. INTRODUCTION . 7 8 SPECIAL EVENTS Warriors donned their very best moods, students entered shields for the year ' s special events, wholeheartedly into the winter expressing and sharing with others. festivities under tinsel stars and relaxed These important occasions were stored in the atmosphere of a Williamsburg deep in the caverns of every student ' s Christmas at the annual Mistletoe and memory — to be treasured throughout Holly Ball. the years, to be savored, and loved as Once again, wearing their shields memorable moments in their lives. symbolizing school spirit, the students Beginning in June, the year ' s events attended the basketball homecoming shaped into realities. Even during the festivities in February. Snow summer vacation, when KHS ' ers wore dampened two of the Spirit Week ' s their light summer clothes and put dress-up days, and made the event a studying out of their minds, they still wintry experience; however, the snow wore their shields, comprised of their was conquered as the students wore beliefs, dreams and visions of their their costumes for Spirit Week, beings. These they shared with their crowned their homecoming queen and families, friends, and strangers. In danced in celebration and honor of the August on Orientation Day, the basketball team. Warriors discarded their shorts and As the school year drew to a close, bare feet and put on traditional school juniors and seniors adorned in their attire. individualistic shields, were fortunate With the beginning of school came to enjoy memorable nights of formal the year ' s first dance, the annual dress, dinner out, and dancing with Back-To-School dance which was an their partners at the Junior Ring Dance overwhelming success, particularly for and the Senior Prom. Seniors enjoyed students who had missed a certain the culminating event of their school co-ed during summer break. The finale lives by making the Prom an all-night to months of sometimes tedious, but affair of dancing and partying, always satisfying labor on the Finally, the day came in early June for homecoming floats came at the football the Class of ' 79 to meet for the last time homecoming festivities in October. to walk down the aisle, to be School spirit expressed on their shields, recognized for their achievements and was high as class competition was to receive their diplomas. Their shields resolved; the football team beat were then complete with fine Pembroke 35-0, and a dance for spirited depictions of the year ' s special events. Warriors was held. their memories of high school life, and , Complete with their decorated their dreams for the future which were yuletide shields and joyful holiday closer to becoming realities. SPECIAL EVENTS 9 saaiaieaKivsa With mechanically jointed precision Robbie Robot, alias Gary Faircloth, overloads his circuits while dancing with a friend to i the rhythms at the Football M Homecoming dance. K lI3 Cdtak uA You forgot the football?! An exasperated Bryan Turner and team question an empty-handed Mike Edgette. Crashing thunderously into the warm sands, the first wave of summer heralded the arrival of newly liberated students flocking to the beaches for summer fun. Spraying its foam on the shore, the waves beckoned Warriors to spend days on the beach. Relieved from the tensions of school, sophomores, juniors and seniors rushed out to catch that FIRST BIG WAVE in its infancy. Continuing the momentum, subsequent waves intensified until the SECOND BIG WAVE of summer pounded onto the shore with the emergence of the much-publicized Lochness Monster from the depths of Busch Gardens. Discarding beach balls, surfboards and frisbees, students halted their activities long enough to wait in the endless streams of people seeking to tame the awesome magnitude of the new ride. Leaving Busch Gardens, the Warriors set out to renew their vigil with the surf, catching the THIRD BIG WAVE of the season — the premieres of Grease, Animal House and Jaws 11. After seeing Jaws II, Warriors no longer crowded the beaches. WAVE NUMBER FOUR lured Kecoughtan surfers away from its spray into area coliseums for rock concerts, featuring Genesis, Crosby Stills and Nash, and the ever popular Rolling Stones. Different kinds of waves affected students over the summer; each wave was one of change. For seniors, the summer of ' 78 was their last high school summer. June marked the transition of the once alienated sophomores into the sophisticated world of upperclassmen. Every Warrior designed his own summer waves. Those who were not devoted beach bums spent their time at tennis courts or summer school. Other industrious students worked at fast-food restaurants, as salespeople at department stores and as lifeguards to buy that precious stereo set, or to save money for necessities. Whichever job. Warriors welcomed the paycheck while learning the ways of the competitive business world. Summer ' s LAST BIG WAVE rode swiftly toward shore the day before school reopened. Spilling a tangled mass of seaweed and shells onto the sand, the LAST WAVE sang a sad song for everyone returning to school. Everybody rushed to spend his final day of vacation, catching the last rays of sun and accomplishing some last minute shopping. As the foam crept higher on the sand, and the sun sank, ending a wonderful summer. Warriors realized that summer was over. August 30 dawned and for students, SUMMER WAVES lingered in their minds as they prepared to make NEW WAVES of adventure in the new school year. 10 SPECIAL EVENTS Roaring into summer, Busch Gardens ' Loch Ness Monster, with its double loops, thrills many Warriors in search of adventure. Although shackled for drunkeness at Busch Gardens, senior Bob Prato smiles in memory of his blasphemous act. A full sail makes for happy sailors as some Warrior boatmen skim across the high seas of Elizabeth Lakes. ' T ' __ vfhei. ' ' SPEtiAL EVENTS 11 ou;g Beware sweet lads and lassies on this bonny brine, ' tis Football Homecoming on shore This chant, along with other chanteys, echoed through the halls as Warriors exchanged their bows for oars, ready for adventure on the high seas. In the early tides of homecoming week, yeomen Warriors caroused in ritual costumes on spirit days: hats and jerseys, green and white tribal robes, and liberty Levis on ' Scurvy Day. ' Ancient sailor revelry was reborn on Toga Day when yeomen, dressed in Roman-bedsheet togas, roused a food fight in the meSs hall. Launching the major homecoming bouts was the VW race. Divided into classes, the Warrior crew fell to attention on the football field. The VW race ensued and winning times followed class succession; seniors first, juniors second and sophomores last. Yet, with the judges ' decision to disqualify the upperclassmen, the sophomores carried the victory to sea. Burning and looting followed the race. Anything from fallen wharfs to stolen fences burst into flames on the track field as the first bon-fire in two years lighted. Feverished Warriors danced around the blaze while pensive yeomen watched from a distance, playing guitars and singing old sea tunes. Stormy seas waked homecoming day. Warrior seamen assembled on the gym decks for inspection in a sixth-period pep rally. Chanting swelled the decks as antagonism between the classes broke into the Spirit Jug competition. Frantic and frenzied war cries highlighted the awarding of the jug to the senior shipmates. Exhausted after the jug ' s looters were declared, crewmen deserted ship to put the final touches on class floats. On the pavement-waves of the streets of downtown Hampton, Warriors lined up in battle formation for the dusk Homecoming parade. Decorated cars, floats, and the frolicking KHS band sailed toward the ominous Darling Stadium for the final adventure — the football game. In the game ' s first-half. Warrior victory loomed over the scoreless Pembroke Pirates. Spoils of the battles were divided at halftime with the crowning of Kelly Humphrey See Sfo tmu Seas as Homecoming Queen and with the first place float competition trophy awarded to the senior class. With visions of victory in their eyes, yeomen team members intensified their second-half strategy, drowning the Pirates by a 36-0 score. Revelry and merrymaking followed the high sea adventures as Indian seamen chanted, danced and caroused at the Homecoming dance. Although enchanted days on stormy seas had corhe to an end for the yeomen. Warriors awaited the chance to exchange their bows in any forthcoming ventures. Heading off the Pirates at the pass, the band of Warriors, garbed in ceremonial dress, patiently await the battle cannons. Beware of the arrow! Strutting down the parade route is the Key Club ' s VW, proclaiming a warning to all Pirates. 12 SPECIAL EVENTS And I wonder if that person over there would like to dance? Anticipating the band ' s next song, Gigi Lovett and Victor Watson dance at the Homecoming Dance. Sailing through the parade upon the prow of a white corvette, sophomore Mari-Ann McLeod symbolizes the mermaid figure-head that guided Jason and the Argonauts through peril. In the spirit of the Death Mobile from National Lampoon ' s hit movie, Animal House, anonymous Warriors threaten to pirate Pembroke ' s pinnace. SPECIAL EVENTS 13 Attention all you Disco Dans and Boogaloo Betties! The Senior Class is sponsoring a Back To School Dance. Come celebrate the new school year with fellow flappers and dance to the hottest sounds in Hampton, Virginia. The price is a mere $1.00 per person or $1.50 per couple. The two-stepping begins directly after the football game against the Hampton Crabbers. Don ' t forget to keep your football ticket, so you can save fifty cents! Weeks before the actual dance, Boogaloo Betty (alias Mary Maston) filled the halls with propaganda encouraging amateur John Travolta ' s to attend. Inspired by the enticing broadcasts, Kecoughtan ' s Kings and Queens of the Discos hustled on down to the cafeteria. Upon entering Cafe 54, dancers heard the sounds of popular disco hits played by WGH disc jockey, Nick O ' Neal. Amidst jitterbugs and Latin hustles, Nick O ' Neal judged a dance contest. Dena Foust and Julius West captured third place, Eddie Johnson and Trish Waagner danced their way to second place, but it was Nancy Owens and Rick Murray who were chosen the best KHS disco dancers. Grossing approximately $200, the Senior Class made their first money making project a success. Losing Disco Dan, Boogaloo Betty, music, a DJ, and spiralling lights to the approaching early hours, Cafe 54 began its transformation back into the humble cafeteria. Disguised as th e train engineers, Casper Cooper and Sheryl Sweat lead the remaining cars” to the sounds of Donna Summer. Snappin ' and tappin ' her way to learning the hustle, Nancy Foster concentrates on the dance ' s intricate footwork. 14 SPECIAL EVENTS Entranced by the music, Bill Browning and Cherie Vlustico exhibit their individual interpretations af disco dancing. japing in amazement, Steve Simpson wonders low his partner, Nancy Owens, can have so nany moving parts. Ip Jr m ■ E SPECIAL EVENTS 15 ( ying md Whatever you do, keep this a secret! — the famous last words of a pep rally organizer. As each pep rally approached, classes created new gimmicks, hoping to capture the coveted Spirit Jug. All too often these 0 gimmicks took on the title of secret i weapons, which hopefully would g ensure the creators and their class a certain first place victory. At one point, helium balloons, wall-to-wall posters, flash cards, green and white shakers, mammoth wooden figures. Warrior headbands and lighted billboards innundated the gym. These garish displays were considered the ultimate weapons by enthusiastic Warriors. With the approach of each pep rally, loyal class members frantically worked to design the first place clincher! Eventually, frenzy overwhelmed the classes as they strove for more and more outlandish displays. Toward the middle of the year, the students asked Do we really need all this paraphanelia and fierce rivalry between classes? Warriors realized that the purpose of the pep rally was not to prove class superiority, but to demonstrate the confidence and faith the students had in the KHS athletic teams. Classes became more concerned with unity, loudness, and school oriented chants. For once, sophomores, juniors, and seniors did not set out against each other. This common goal created a real sense of unity and boosted the morale of team players. Newly inspired Warriors set about filling the void of the obsolete secret weapons. They regained the real meaning of school spirit with the rediscovery of thunderous voices, clapping hands, and stomping feet. The culmination of these ingredients consumed by spirited Warriors brought about the birth of a new species — A UNIFIED KHS!! f • 1 If s P 4f Challenging sophomores and seniors in a show of spirit, the juniors shout the traditional “We ' ve got spirit! Yes, we do! We ' ve got spirit! How about you! 16 SPECIAL EVENTS Demonstrating his musical abilities, Principal Harry B. Dyche beats the snare drum, while ex-drummer Cookie Kimball marvels at Mr. Dyche ' s artistic talent. It ' s a bird! It ' s a plane! It ' s Wesley Witten! Leaping from a glossy gym floor in a single bound, Wesley urges Warriors to take part in the pep rally antics. 79 RULES! 79 RULES! Spirited Seniors show their knowledge of numbers, while demonstrating their pride in ' 79 in the Spirit Jug competition. I I , SPECIAL EVENTS 17 T t ■ I 111 Thoroughly perplexed, Doug Duval and Ja ck Cowan prepare for another obstacle, a schedule filled with classes they can ' t locate. n S — h-1 sobhowo tes Eager to embark on the last leg of their journey, which began with kindergarten, the novice Warriors milled around, awaiting entrance into their new school. As they were ushered into the auditorium, the meek tenth graders appeared nonchalant, but shivered with anticipation and apprehension. After being officially greeted by the Big Chief, Principal Harry B. Dyche, and SCA president Julie Harding, the anxious sophomores were welcomed by those I sophisticated Warriors — the 1 skit, “Twelve Years. After the performers had exited and the laughter subsided, the newly inducted ' 81 ' ers received their schedules and were told to report to their classes. A simple order? Not on your life. How could —Ithey ever hope to find their classes within the enormous labyrin th of KHS or amidst tales of elevators and swimming pools. The novice KHS ' ers, overwhelmed and confused, were now at the mercy of their tribal elders. Hesitantly, some sophomores approached an austere upperclassmen — with a variety of skits and performances. Satirizing a sophomore ' s first day on the KHS reservation, they explained what it was like if one were NOT fortunate looking upperclassman and asked for directions to a particular class, only to receive in reply, “Do you know the KHS fight song? No! .Well, memorize it by Friday, or enough to be a Warrior. These — else. Others encountered the humorous presentations were “Right Lane Closed sign near the followed by a rendition of the song,H science department. Last Kiss. Twirling to the disco H After what seemed like an tunes Best Disco in Town and Disco Inferno, the majorettes and flag twirlers whirled the audience into a frenzy, then closed with the school ' s unofficial fight song, Horse. Excited cheerleaders displayed fierce KHS spirit and handclapping and foot stomping cheers. The award-winning NJROTC drill team demonstrated precision marching and teamwork with glistening rifles. Completing the program was the everpopular eternity, 2:45 arrived. Bewildered sophomores left the school premises, wondering if it would always be so complex and perilous a journey to find geometry and English. Would they ever become calm and assured like those juniors land seniors who were in part responsible for their present state? They were thoroughly convinced that a sophomore ' s lot was not an easy one! — 18 SPECIAL EVENTS — I n Bedecked in braids and brass buttons, their military best, the Warrior NJROTC drill team performs a sample of their award-winning routine. SPECIAL EVENTS 19 I Ignoring a dead Wesley Whitten and a distraught Doug Casher, the choristers shuffle offstage singing the sad refrain from Last Kiss. Chains and dark sunglasses do not a Warrior make! Senior Tammy Batten demonstrates the do ' s and don ' ts of high school life. Number 10, beware! Here come Jennifer Sporer and Jeanette Weih, alias Joe and Jack, intending to sack the quarterback. uk QAii .iamgbu tg When the first frosts of winter appeared, colonists sought hearths for warmth and the company of friends. Warriors emulated this tradition in early December as brisk winds carried them to shelter at the annual Mistletoe and Holly Ball. Once inside the ballroom, merrymakers were captivated by the intricate setting of a Williamsburg Christmas. Collaboration of Keyettes and Key Clubbers proved fruitful, for the Annex was no longer a conglomerate of carpeted classrooms, but emerged as a cobblestone street leading into an eighteenth century colonial mansion. Club members had labored endless hours painting murals and cutting tinsel stars to capture the occasion ' s warmth. Under the co-chairmanship of Karen Crusberg and Mike Moon, the traditional gathering surpassed all previous ones; more bids were sold than ever before, a rock-and-roll band replaced the common disco bands, and for the first time in years a profit of $90.00 was cleared. Although lute and flute melodies were absent, the dance reflected the hearth ' s welcome air during Christmas celebrations. Elegantly costumed Warriors relished both the waltz-less ballroom and the gathering which concealed a delectable entree table. At twelve, filled with cheerful tidings, colonized Warriors returned to their twentieth century homes to change into comfortable clothes, place corsages in water, and to anticipate approaching mistletoe promises. 20 SPECIAL EVENTS And you thought I couldn ' t make Christmas cookies! Convincing his friends fcf his unique ability, Bill Stewart cuts up the cake with confidence. Content with the evening ' s happenings, Mary Kelley and Lee Dech indulge in one last dance before their starlit fantasy ends at the strike of twelve. % Now, do-st-do your partner. Combining a bit of the old Virginia Reel with the latest disco steps, Victor Watson and Dominique Fequiere move to their own callers. SPECIAL EVENTS 21 cjUuw-bCing In the early, quiet hours at Bert ' s Florist, the apprehensive cry of a homecoming mum broke the silence. Oh, I ' m so nervous! I hope she ' ll like me. This cellophane bag is so cramped that my arms are being crushed! Uh, oh, someone ' s coming. Sleepy juniors trekked into Bert ' s about 7:00 a.m. to pick up 170 mums and boutonniers. The boxes, overflowing with flowers decorated with green and white ribbon, were placed into the car ' s trunk. Slam! Hey, watch the bumps! My nerves are shot from the rugged road and from worrying that she won ' t like my battered looks. Thank goodness, the car has stopped and we have arrived. Well, here I go . . . Junior Class members worked steadily all morning, writing messages, tagging mums and boutonniers, separating the flowers into individual classrooms, and passing them out to hopeful Warriors during third period. He ' s taking me away from my friends in the box. Maybe Tm going to meet my owner now. She ' s picking me up, and she ' s turning RED! Oh, no! She must not like me. Wait! She ' s taking me out of the bag; she ' s smelling me . . . she ' s smiling! When the KHS Warriors gathered in the gym for the basketball homecoming pep rally, the mum and new owner were a part of the crowd. The people called sophomores just finished yelling VICTORY, and now the juniors are shouting the same word. (It must be contagious). Whoops! She ' s jumping to her feet and clapping, stomping and chanting. Ouch! I ' m losing some of my petals. Please, stop jumping! Good, she ' s quiet now. Oh no, Julie Harding just said the seniors won the Spirit Jug, and she ' s dancing a jig. Oh, I fear I ' ll never make it to the game in one piece. As the mum watched, Kecoughtan ' s basketball players were forced into overtime, battling the Phoebus Phantoms ' surging aggression. The score changed sides with each passing of the ball through the hoop. For three grueling minutes, both teams played intensely; however, Phoebus emerged as a narrow victor. What shapely legs these humans called cheerleaders have. Still, I ' d perfer a tall, green stem anyday. She ' s walking down the bleachers to attend the dance. Just two more hours to go. Sponsored by the Senior Class, the homecoming dance reaped a sizable reward of approximately $200.00. Warriors danced to their favorite tunes supplied by 2WD disco Jockey, Steve Gimbert. I ' m so dizzy. She whirls and twists in every dance. Here ' s a nice slow one. What ' s this? I can ' t breathe. Is it legal to dance this close? Finally, the music stopped, and the bright lights were extinguished as the tired little mum sighed with relief — the mum had survived. Soon after she arrived home, her parents asked how the events had gone. With a pleased grin, she answered, Oh, if flowers could only talk. “Now, this won ' t hurt a bit. Thomas Miller performs the complicated surgery of pinning a homecoming mum, while patient, Brenda Franks, fearfully awaits the inevitable piercing stick of the pin. In a forceful speech concerning school activism. Coach James Hathaway demands the Warriors to fill both sides of the gym during the game against Phoebus. St ia«ge C t6atti itg ( Adding her own touch of class, Kathy Preston displays her spirit by participating in Green and White Class Day. k- I Many different and strange outfits could be seen during the two weeks Kecoughtan ' s Warriors were able to display their creativity — football and basketball Spirit Weeks. Because football and jerseys go together. Hat and Jersey Day was an appropriate start for football Spirit Week. A collage of football jerseys filled the halls with a rainbow of colors. Scurvy Day was observed by students attired in rag-tag clothing. The most active day was Toga Day. Mostly seniors returned to the age of ancient Rome and wore togas, fashioned from sheets and tied with rope. Shirts, ties and nice pants for boys, nd dresses for girls were seen as students shed their Levis for Dress-Up Day. Then, everyone showed his school spirit by donning green and white on Green and White Class Day. During basketball Spirit Week, students suffered from “there ' s alot of school still left letdowns. Those who remembered over the weekend wore zany hats to express their moods or just themselves on Monday ' s Hat Day. Everything from feathers to cowboy hats could be seen on the heads of the spirited students. Tuesday the bums roamed the halls as everyone dug-up sloppy clothes for Bum Day. Charcoal smudged faces and pillows stuffed into overalls were popular among many bums. Wednesday was supposed to be 50 ' s Day but snow closed the schools, so Thursday was a combination of 50 ' s Day and Mix and Match Day. Saddle shoes and leather jackets helped recreate the 50 ' s, along with the slicked back hair for boys and ponytails for girls. Mostly sophomores jumbled up their clothing for Mix and Match. Two different shoes and uncoordinated colors were just a few of the i deas the students had. Friday was Green and White Class Day. As always, this day had the most student participation. Finally, the pep rallies topped off the two weeks of activity and boosted school spirit. Famished toga wearers, seniors D.J. Bickert, Dickie Morrow and Gary Dronen line-up in the cafeteria to buy hot lunches to help them through the rest of the day. Toga Day finds Bob Prato fashioning his outfit after those seen at the toga parties of the hit movie, Animal House. SPECIAL EVENTS 23 Came ta Sfcns cA ' ond After sitting in the dark room all summer for three long months, school finally started, and I received my first assignment-football. I liked football, but for two straight months of going just to a gridiron can get to any camera. After football came the basketball season, which was a welcome change, yet that season seemed even longer. I missed the Cross Country and Girls ' Tennis seasons. I was really getting depressed. Next, I was assigned to cover the Miss KHS Pageant. 1 could not believe it. In two hours, I was oiled-up, my lens were all shined, and I was ready to go. Scheduled for a Friday night, the pageant, sponsored by the senior class, was a gala event, and I was a VIP. I went right in, did not need a ticket and had the best seat in the house for I could sit anywhere I wanted. Loaded with film, I was ready to go. Finally the lights dimmed; the ITampton Arts and Humanities Jazz Band started a snappy tune, and out strolled Bryan Turner and Holly Thompson to preside over the ceremony. The nineteen contestants were intr oduced, modeling sports apparel. Because of two ties, ten of the nineteen contestants were chosen as finalists, instead of the customary eight. Each of the finalists exhibited her special talent. One played a classical piano piece, one danced, and a few sang popular or even their own songs, to name just a few examples of the diverse talent. Intermission arrived at the perfect time. After I had finished two rolls of film, I needed to rest and reload once more. Following intermission, the contestants modeled their evening gowns, and I could not take pictures fast enough. Each of the finalists answered thought-provoking questions, and then the judges began tabulating the scores. Tension rose during the brief break; the results were compiled and counted. Junior Mary Edgette was awarded the Scholastic Award. Third runner-up and Miss Congeniality went to senior Suzy Cunningham. Senior Pam Meadows was second runner-up; winner of the talent award, and first runner-up went to Chari Pepin. Finally, with deliberate hesitation, making the tension unbearable, junior Paige McKinley was crowned Miss KHS 1979 by Linda Duck, second runner-up in 1978. Inevitably, the evening ended. Unfortunately the time passed too quickly, but the memories would sustain me forever. Even if I spent the rest of my days oh a sports field, 1 would fondly remember the Miss KHS Pageant and be content with my fate. Accompanied by Bill Stewart, Debbie Edwards plays the popular tune Stairway to Heaven on her flute. I 24 SPECIAL EVENTS Concentrating intently, junior Chari Pepin demonstrates her ability to play classical piano which won her the talent award as well as First Runner-Up. Receiving the laurels lauded to a newly crowned queen, Paige McKinley accepts the warm congratulations from Linda Duck. Taking the microphone, Dominique Fequiere gathers her thoughts before answering the question. SPECIAL EVENTS 25 “Don ' t cry Emily. I ' m glad you tell me about the faults in my character. Fumbling in an improvised soda shop, Kim Niemberger and Steve Pobanz enact the nervous intensity of young love. Here chick, chick, chick. Feeding her imaginary hens, hometown Mother Gibbs, or Jade Jewett, hastens through her morning chores before running to chat with her neighbor. Anthropologically, man ' s history here dates back to Early Amerindian tribes . . . Entranced in his favorite subject. Professor Larry Pfeiffer enlightens the audience while David Bym disbelievingly peers on. 26 SPECIAL EVENTS Yep, this is a.really great show, smiles Our Town’s lead, innovator, and inspiration, David Bym. Is the mafia infiltrating Grover ' s Comers? No, it ' s just Sam, alias Garth Wallis, and the undertaker Bill Browning wandering through the town ' s graveyard of animated tombstones. dlfiGCtion Stage Manager: This play is Our Town, written by Thornton Wilder and produced by the Kecoughtan Drama Department, (stressed) Producer: Add the time and date. S.M.: But it ' s not in the opening script, (puzzled) P.: Well, it is now. Remember to project. S.M.: Ladies and gents (loudly). Our Town will open, thanks to our capable and ambitious director. Miss Jeanne Smith, on March 16 at 8:00 p.m. in the Kecoughtan auditorium. Okay? (sarcasm) P.: Better, but it ' s no miracle. Now enunciate and add a few lines about the lead. S.M.: Gladly (stressed). The leading role will be played by myself, David Bym, and the rehearsals get longer and longer, (drawn out). No stage props are used, leaving the play ' s characters to demonstrate creativity not only in acting but in pantomine. P.: Good (mild), leave out the line on rehearsals, it ' s not in the script. Add a little background on setting and move forward, you ' re blocking the houses. S.M.: All right, (irritated) Our Town illustrates the lives of two families in a small town called Grover ' s Comers, New Hampshire. Although setting is in the early 1900 ' s, this play unfolds a message relative to all ages. Any better? (concerned) P.: Tremendously! (earnest) Your northern accent is much better. That is about all I have. Any questions from the rest of the cast? Cast: Disregarding the rush of finding a director, the rush of getting costumes, and a deficit budget, how is the play? Producer: It ' s great, just super! (emphatic) It ' s a success! Okay, everyone study your lines, rehearsal is tomorrow from 7-11:00 p.m. The show is in five days, and let ' s go home. Stage Manager: Hurrah! (tired) SPECIAL EVENTS 27 4s Danny Matranga applies his “John Hancock” to the guest list, his date, Rita Harding, reviews the names of classmates already present at the Ring Dance. As they wait for the special ring turning moment, juniors and their dates join hands and form a circle around the dance floor. 28 SPECIAL EVENTS X t X Caught in a dream world of their own, Susan Handley and Paul Farquharson succumb to the mood of the evening. As the special hour drew nearer, I paced back and forth, waiting for my date. Finally, he arrived and we left for our favorite restaurant where we dined in elegance. The romantic decor and first class service added to the enchantment of the evening. When we reached the site of the dance, music, provided by “Twelve O ' Clock High, echoed through the halls of KHS. As we entered the Annex, its everyday atmosphere had been transformed into a “Dream World, the theme for the Ring Dance. Misty clouds and sparkling stars created a “heavenly mood. The evening floated on as we danced and socialized with other couples. Before the turning of rings, chairpersons Lisa Diffenderfer and Alfred Crews presented sponsors Mrs. Nancy Shrout and Mrs. Shirley Wingfield with roses in appreciation for their year long help and support. Under the direction of president James Hicks, the impatient juniors and dates joined hands and formed a ring. Within seconds, rings were turned for the eightieth time. During the theme song, Billy Joel ' s “Everybody Has a Dream, the Class of 1980 believed for a couple of moments that they might never wake up from their “Dream World. After the dance, we joined other couples and attended parties given by fellow juniors. As the evening drew to a close, we left behind our junior year and took with us glittering stars as souvenirs and a peaceful “heavenly feeling. SPECIAL EVENTS 29 QAiinne)G8 Glowing in the stagelights, superlative seniors were honored in the 1979 Hall of Fame, held May 22. Seniors enjoyed graduation skits and musical entertainment, while the MC ' s gave gag awards to the winners. Although the assembly was three weeks before graduation, students added another special event to their memories. Most Likely to Succeed Andy Yuengert Jade Jewett Most Intellectual Bruce Rittenhouse June Peters Most School Spirited Wesley Witten Jean Peters Most Understanding Mike Halabuk Suzy Cunningham Biggest Procrastinator Mike Williamson Anna Morales Most Talented Doug Casher Linda Blacken Best All Around Alonzo Smith Julie Harding Friendliest Cooky Kimball Kelly Bullock Most Industrious Sam Harris Susan Swartz Most Popular Alvin Allen Dennis O ' Connor Mary Lambert Best Dancer Lenny Poslik Pam Meadows Biggest Flirt David Knopp Mary Beth Meads Best Dressed Vince Stubbs Ellen Clark Most Athletic Nat Brown Donna Hatch Wittiest Curt South Keely Hamilton Best Looking David Hughes Mitch Hines Kelly Humphrey Most Creative Tyrone Burrell Blair Merrick Class Clown Larry Pfeiffer Shelly Spencer Quietest Joe Croswell Toni Nystrom Most Talkative Charles Dickens Ellen Lane Displaying the athletic prowess which earned her the Most Athletic award, Donna Hatch easily lifts her 500 pound barbell. With the evil grin of a mischief maker, Doug Casher, the Mad Pie Thrower, interrupts the awards presentations with a present for the MC. 30 SPECIAL EVENTS Preparing to teach the fourth year Spanish class, Anna Morales reviews the poem i,Quien Sabe? Having just given a vocabulary quiz in Latin I, Karen Crusberg asks if there are any words the students need repeated. lOW Cliaog . First there was chaos, and there was naught but unbroken silence. For at Kecoughtan the usual sound system reminding Warriors, to reach their destinations on time was broken. Upon this discovery, students scattered through the labyrinth on a hastened journey. As it is with such powerful gods, Julie Harding transformed herself into the person of Principal Harry B. Dyche, Adding to the confusion, several daring individuals took over the responsibilities of the teachers, relieving them from their Herculean tasks. Early in the day, the novice instructors exhibited their teaching skills, drawing on all their past twelve years of schooling. Suddenly, a great smoke arose. An individual, deserving of the Furies ' wrath, released a canister of tear gas in the main passage way. The harmful fumes spread quickly and disarmed everyone. The fire alarm sounded. Students and teachers left their classrooms unaware of the existing danger. Immediately, they became enveloped in clouds of smoke, reducing many to weak entities. Burning eyes and throat irritation assailed students, teachers, and administrators. Finally, the mortals were released from their daily obligations. During the following hours, the school was purified. At long last, there was harmony. Enjoying the lighter side of a principal ' s job, Julie Harding checks her calendar for future appointments. SPECIAL EVENTS 31 Radiating the true spirit of the Prom, prince and princess Mike Hathaway and Kelly Bullock stride happily towards the dance. ©ne Sto tmu cAliaftt Up and down, all aroundl Exhibiting the moves that look the smartest on the dance floor, Esther Lumsdon and date rival June Peters and James Hicks for the Most Intricate Dance Steps award. Tradition. The hallowed halls of Kecoughtan are steeped in it. Some traditions, however, are unwelcome, such as the dark, cloudy skies, gale force winds and torential rains on Prom night. Once again, couples arrive at their Prom site, wet, windblown and disheveled. The Class of ' 79 had succumbed to custom. Clouds or no clouds, the show proceeded and couples entered the world of a formal ball of the 1920 ' s, an era of reckless times, elegance, abundance and fast, crazy dancing. Sleek, shiny miniature cars adorned each table, creating an atmosphere of those roaring years. The Prom was located at the renovated Chamberlin Hotel, and its high ceilings and antique architecture and fixtures enchanced the overall effect. Wandering to and fro between the dance floor and lobby, the weary dancers gathered with faculty and friends to discuss the evening ' s events. Under the guise of powdering their noses, girls ducked into the lounge to exchange experiences and capture moments of happiness on film. Inside the beat went on to the long, continuous disco tunes of Harvest. Highlighting the prom was the announcement of the court. Applause went up from the crowd as the names o Dennis O ' Connor and Julie Harding were named as second prince and princess, Mike Hathaway and Kelly Bullock as first prince and princess, anc as Prom King and Queen, Bill Stewart and Debbie Edwards. As the lights lowered, strains of The Long and Winding Road began, each note bringing the end of the night closer. As the clock struck one, the lights brightened, and the band instruments were put away. Loosened ties and heavy tux jackets were gathered as girls tried to revive wilting corsages. At last couples filed out wearily. Ah, but the night was young and the parties were just beginning, and so ' 79 ' ers readied themselves for the night in the true roaring twenties fashion. 32 SPECIAL EVENTS ‘You ate how much at dinner? laughs Linda Duck to her friends Holly .Thompson and brother as VMl cadet John Bangert expresses his disbelief as well. All that for us! Amazed by the preparations, Delvin Whitlock and Denise Persons ready themselves upon entrance to the Virginia Room at the Chamberlin Hotel. Realizing that one last song and the magical eve will come to an end, seniors and their dates draw closer and slow dance the few final moments away. SPECIAL EVENTS 33 Summoned from their slumber by raucous alarm clocks, seniors anxiously turned on radios to hear news concerning the weather conditions for the long awaited Senior Skip Weekend. As newsmen gave forecasts for the holiday, hopeful seniors finished packing their cars, pushing in the last suitcase, cooler, and sleeping bag. Seniors, unable to leave home due to various obligations, went to local beaches to catch the warm rays. Those fortunate enough to journey beyond the city limits drove through 1-64 (the road to freedom) and headed for Virginia Beach, Nags Head and Cape Hatteras. Upon their arrival, they gave their rooms a quick glance before hitting the beaches and various tourist attractions. The nights brought a deluge of parties, bringing seniors from every mile post together for moments of jubilant celebration. A few pioneers traveled to the rolling hills of Virginia in search of peace and solitude. The serenity of the mountains was a welcome antidote for those suffering from workitis.” Rejuvenated by their brief vacation, seniors entered the halls of KHS wearing various beach t-shirts and displaying golden tans and sore, blistered feet. For beachcombers and mountaineers. Skip Weekend proved to be a memorable occasion. . . . while visions of Charles Pretzels dance in his head ... David Gordon takes a few minutes from the day for recuperation. f ! l1 ' Engaging in the household task of cooking dinner, Mike Moore stares dumbfoundly at the soupy concoction. On their way to audition for the movie Gidget, Dickie Morrow and Greg McCants rehearse beach bully expressions before they try their luck on the waves. 34 SPECIAL EVENTS Their expressions speaking louder than words. Cooky Kimball and Laura Meier realize that graduation is only a week away. Opening with the traditional processional of graduating seniors. Class Night, held June 1, documented significant events of the Class of 1979 during its high school years. Planned and performed by a small core of seniors, the annual program featured skits and entertainment reflecting moments from class history. Historian Cathy McCarthy showed a photographic history of the class, while a tape played Times of Our Lives. The nostalgia of the moment brought back many memories, and tears to some, who sadly reflected on the friendships and close ties made in school. As seniors realized that high school was finally ending, they painfully committed Class Night to their minds for future remembrance. Cracking a joke at her eagerness to accept her award. Principal Harry B. Dyche presents Susan Handley with a Jefferson cup, traditionally presented to highest honor graduates by the senior class. Bewildered sophomore June Peters, stares in disbelief at the actions of seniors waiting in the guidance office. Passed out at a party celebrating the joys of being legal,” Bill McKay, in a l.D. skit, mistakes the floor for his bed. SPECIAL EVENTS 35 Running the gamut of emotions — satisfaction, apprehension and excitement, Debbie Edwards, Laura Meier, and Dennis O ' Connor converse with parents and friends after the ceremonies. Wondering how many pieces of cake she can manage to smuggle out under her gown, Denise Person turns from accomplice, the nervously smiling Donna Burton. Quickly reviewing his speech, Representative Paul Trible mentally prepares himself for the discourse he plans to deliver. 36 SPECIAL EVENTS I Pausing for a moment, Congressman Trible gazes out over the audience while continuing his speech on the positive future of each student. ge«io (2 f« gc tiou8 bu9in628 Solemnity prevailed as seniors silently filed into the auditorium in crisp caps and gowns to attend the Baccalaureate service held on Sunday, June 3. Before the service, the A ' Cappella Choir inspired the audience with “God of Our Fathers for the processional. Both the invocation and benediction were given by the Reverend Paul B. Logan. Emphasizing the need to be active in civic affairs. First District Congressman Paul S. Trible, Jr. delivered the Baccalaureate address to attentive seniors and their parents. He urged all present to do their duty and participate in government by voting and studying the issues. As seniors marched out in the recessional, the A ' Cappella Choir sang You ' ll Never Walk Alone. Afterwards, seniors mingled with family and friends in the cafeteria while underclassmen served punch and cake. After Baccalaureate, Vincent Stubbs, Michael Belsches, Marcus Eddie and Victor Watson find time to relax and catch up on the latest gossip at the reception in the cafeteria. SPECIAL EVENTS 37 I After several graduation rehearsals ended in turmoil due to overly rambunctious seniors, the fated date of June 9 arrived with virtually little practice. However, as seniors donned their caps and gowns and heard the opening notes of “Pomp and Circumstance, they realized the seriousness and finality of the following ceremony. LIGHTS! CAMERA! ACTION! Upon entering the mammoth Coliseum, seniors were stricken with a feeling of smallness and insecurity. The long, nervous journey to their assigned rows and seats added to their shaky state. It was not until the seniors sat down and gazed upon the familiar faces of classmates, that they relaxed and actually heard the words of various speakers. Reverend Chester L. Brown delivered the invocation. Soon to follow was senior class president June Peters who spoke about the past three years at KHS, recollecting triumphs and tragedies. Speaking on behalf of the class were Andrew Yuengert and Jade Jewett who presented their personal views on priorities and success. Superintendent of Hampton Schools, Dr. William A. Anderson spoke of the tremendous accomplishment of the senior class while offering his best wishes for the future. With the completion of Dr. Anderson ' s speech, the moment all seniors were waiting for arrived — the handing out of diplomas. Whether seniors received their diplomas in silent dignity or raised it high in the air with shouts of glee, the fact remained the same, they were all graduates. The new title was confirmed by the traditional turning of the tassle. After the benediction by Chaplain Charles Caudill, the recessional began. As the graduates entered the lobby, they were overwhelmed with tears, reminiscing and anticipation. Twelve years of schooling had come to an end. With the completion of this feat, graduates made the decision of whether to join the ranks of professional workers or to proceed to college. When the decision was made, the seniors had experienced their first of many trials upon becoming a GRADUATE. CUT! IT ' S A PRINT! Me and my shadow . . . Mr. Ben Rich stands seemingly ( along, waiting to guide the last few rows of graduates i to their designated seats. Smiling at the arrival of his hard earned diploma, Tyrone Burrell prepares to greet the Superintendent of j Hampton Schools, Dr. William A. Anderson. Having just experienced the transformation from senior to graduate, a dignified Mike Williamson leaves the commencement exercises with diploma in hand. Now for the tricky part! Having just received her diploma, Elaine Holly carefully walks down the steep steps. Offering his hand to graduate, Dickie Morrow, Dr. Anderson congratulates him on his accomplishment. SPECIAL EVENTS 39 Excited about his unexpected nomination as an alternate to Boys ' State, Mike Gillett finds it difficult to ignite the laboratory burner in chemistry class. Displaying symmetry of outstanding traits, the statewide delegates to American Legion Boys ' and Girls ' State ventured to week long convention of intense government studies. With the girls attending Longwood College and the boys at Lynchburg, the honored few attentively listened to state legislators lecture on government affairs. The delegates hoped to apply the speakers ' comments to their government studies. Gaining insight to the complexities of government, the twelve student delegates from Kecoughtan, in conjunction with the other statewide delegates, labored diligently to form city and state governments. After the close of the convention, the proud delegates returned home with intense interest in the affairs of their local After receiving a nomination to Boys ' State earlier in the week, Kecoughtan ' s future Einstein, Tim O ' Connor eagerly accepts both the math and science awards. Showing signs of nppreciation, a Girls ' State delegate, Mary Edgette is presented the Universtiy of Virginia ' s Thomas Jefferson award for being the outstanding American History student by Mrs. Sarah Alligood. government. 40 SPECIAL EVENTS : ' W, � i Realizing the difficulty of the challenging courses at Governor ' s School, Anne Yuengert studies for her history exam, attempting to keep her mind sharp. Shedding the normal 8:00 to 3:00 school routine and entering into a true-to-life land of enchantment was the offer extended to a select few. Rising juniors and rising seniors, upon nomination from their schools throughout the state, toiled through the formalities including resumes, recommendations, essays, and activity sheets, all in hopes of packing up their bags to encounter the Governor ' s School for the Gifted program. Among the 425 students who participated in the agenda, were Kecoughtan ' s Anne Yuengert and Randy Swartz. Early spring notification from the Governor ' s School committee was founded upon academics and creative ability with both students traveling to Mary Washington College for music and art. Included withing the academics schedule were political science, painting, drawing, philosophy, and mythology. The arts oriented programs combined classes, lectures and movies. Emphasis during the entire month was based upon learning, working, and remaining active. Genuine enthusiasm abounded from each promising participants, while constructive socializing sprouted potential lasting friendships. Roommates were couples with the same interests, and often, each was from small towns and large cities to offer cultural diversity. Activities and individuals of a variety of bakcgrounds discovered that within the freedom to plan was the enthusiasm to learn, founded in spontaneity. Individuals were urged to reach beyond experiences and they were spellbound at their multiple accomplishments which were yielded. Studying hard pays off, as Randy Swartz discovers by being chosen to attend the prestigious Governor ' s School. 41 SPECIAL EVENTS Visions of Victory Beginning in early August, the KHS sports scene came to life and energetically entered the fall season. Traditional football, grueling cross country, and girls tennis teams finished their respective seasons and showed that Kecoughtan sportsmen were hearty competitors, ready to put forth that 110% effort to win. The Warriors ' experiences in athletic competition helped shape and mold their shields, composed of each individual ' s personality, hopes and dreams. Although the fall sportsmen had less than desirable records, they did learn valuable lessons in competition and sportsmanship, and they discovered their physical as well as mental potentials. With winter came an occasional snow and the beginning of winter sports. The varsity basketball sport scene looked very promising, with pre-season newspaper predictions that Kecoughtan should be one of the top teams in the district. The predictions, unfortunately, were proven inaccurate as the Warriors, even with the district ' s number two and number three scorers, fell to a 6-14 season. The grappling Warriors also suffered a disappointing season, ending with a 6-6 record. However, Kecoughtan ' s flying fish, the KHS swim team, recipients of yet another district title, finished their season with a highly respectable 7-1 record. Through all the anguish and defeat, the players and students somehow maintained their composure and pictured on their shields a valuable insight into the rules of competition. With the additions to their shields and their heads held high, the athletes and students looked forward to a better season in the spring sports. Starting in early March, the spring sports scene was very much alive, and the athletes were filled with an incredible sense of anticipation for success in the various sports. As early season favorites, the varsity baseball team hit and ran its way to a district championship with a 16-5 season record. The varsity soccer team won another district title, but failed to win in regional competition. A victim of insufficient participation, the KHS Boys ' track team never had enough athletes to win any of their meets. Overall, the spring season was more successful than any other, and this contributed to a feeling of school spirit. Sports played a significant part in the lives of the Kecoughtan students, both the athletes and the spectators, as tools for mental and physical training. Warrior athletes portrayed their experiences and new insights on their shields of memory. In a brilliant display of concentration and textbook perfect shooting form, senior Mark Wasinger displays the Warrior athletic spirit in his attempt to score another two points. SPORTS 43 Can 1 make a 90-yard field goal?” Warrior place-kicker Jerry Olson speculates on his chances of making the crucial three points. But Coach, he got in the way!” Barry Rose explains the ' demolition” of a Denbigh player. BLITZING the offensive backfield, Sam Massey makes Monarch Mash out of Menchville ' s quarterback. 44 SPORTS Fire! Scott Nault rears back and unloads a pass down field to a Veor of the Cone A year of building and conditioning, set up by a tough bald coach, set the pace for gridiron action on the reservation. The Warrior football players held a healthy respect for Ole ' Bullet-Head and kept their distance when he passed. As practices got harder and windsprints got longer, phrases such as bite the Bullet boosted morale and kept the team going. The coning process, another popular morale booster, consisted of placing one ' s hands upon his head in a cone-like fashion. Or, if a cheerleader was present, a player might relieve her of the megaphone and place it upon his head with the point shooting upwards. The coning process was not meant as an insult but rather as a compliment, showing respect for a man who deserves a great deal of it — COACH HOWARD JACKSON. 1978-79 Varsity Football Scores KHS Q Bethel 22 KHS 14 Warwick 13 KHS 0 Hampton 12 KHS 2 Lafayette 7 KHS 7 Menchville 0 KHS 0 Tabb 26 KHS 8 Ferguson 13 KHS 35 Pembroke 0 KHS 13 Phoebus 4-6 0 Front Row: Donovan Spencer, Kenneth Bassett, Chuck Harris, Jeff Pace, Grover Harris, Sam Massie, Jeff Heggen, John Dodson, Mike Boehme, John Williams. Second Rozv: Coach Jerry Gentry, Darlyn Felton, Todd Lynn, Mike Webb, George Lockard, David Christiansen, Clayton Holley, Leslie Cox, Mike Belches, Tony Singleton, Jack Jenkins, Cedric Singleton, Head Coach Howard Jackson. Back Row: Coach Jerry Privette, Paul Farquharson, Herbert Matthews, Lemuel Powers, Nat Brown, Mike Cornwell, Alonzo Smith, Scott Nault, Aaron Bryant, Coach John Pauls. SPORTS 45 n€ THAN CATHCRS Meeting for the last time this year, the Warrior football team held their annual pow-wow at the White Fox Inn to honor the outstanding braves who earned more than just feathers for their performance. While reminiscing about events of the past year, Coach Howard Jackson presented the outstanding Braves with the trophies that they deserved. Jack Jenkins was the honored player who received the Best Sophomore award. Jack played in the offensive backfield and as a defensive linebacker and was one of the few sophomores who had the mental and physical strength to be an outstanding Varsity player. Senior Brave, Alonzo Smith, was the proud recipeint of the Best Lineman trophy. Receiving All District honors, a full four year grant-in-aid to Virginia Tech, and showing leadership, desire, and ability, Alonzo was chosen as Kecoughtan ' s 1978 best lineman. Quarterback, Scott Nault was chosen as this year ' s Best Back for his outstanding five game season as quarterback. Playing only half the season at the quarterback position. Scott moved to third best quarterback in the Peninsula District, statistically. David Hughes was the senior with the highest grade-point average, thus receiving the Highest Academic Average trophy. Punter, place-kicker, and offensive guard, Jerry Olson, made Most Deserving Player. Jerry exemplified leadership qualities on and off the field, an extraordinary attitude and an unselfish desire to give of himself. Now for the Grand Finale! The Warriors ' Most Valuable Player for the year 1978-79 was . . . senior offensive back and defensive linebacker, Aaron Bryant. Aaron was selected as a 1978 first team All District line-backer. Leadership, attitude, desire to achieve goals, and the ability to perform, also helped Aaron to win the Most Valuable Player award. After dinner. Principal Harry B. Dyche spoke on events concerning the past year ' s efforts. The cheerleaders gave the players hand-made key chains, shaped like footballs, accompanied by a warm smile and a good-luck next year wish. Expressi ng his gratitude for a job well done, an eloquent Mr. Harry B. Dyche speaks to the 1978 football squad on the principals of sportsmanship. Disproving the stereotype of football players being dumb jocks, David Hughes earns the Highest Academic Average trophy. 46 SPORTS Amid applause from fellow teammates, Aaron Bryant vaingloriously receives the Most Valuable Player award. Food! Coach Jerry Gentry reaches for the rolls as Coach Jerry Privette waits patiently for the crumbs. SPORTS 47 CHALLENGE — that abstraction served as an impetus for the six who formed the Cross-Country track team. They possessed the necessary physical and mental stamina. CHALLENGED by Coach Lew Faxon, an experienced runner and holder of six national AAU track titles, who trained alongside the team every step of the way, the harriers ran and ran and ran. The season was rigorous, unbearable and painful at times for the six athletes. Led by team captain and most valuable runner, Robert Hite; and Mike Moon, the most inspiring team member, the team was hampered by inexperience and plagued with injuries. Meeting the CHALLENGE, the runners threatened powerhouse teams, losing by narrow margins. Unlike other familiar sports such as football and basketball, there were no breaks in the action for rest, no time outs for strategy, and no substitutes for injuries. It was just the individual, all alone, with no help from anyone, to do the job. The six not only possessed willingness and dedication but the spirit to continue the CHALLENGE of never giving up. Considering the inexperience, injuries and powerhouse opponents, the Warriors were destined to fall, and when the harriers fell, they did so fighting every step of the way to the last tape. It was a losing record; however, the CHALLENGE the six accepted was fulfilled honorably. Trying to work out a cramp by stretching, Mike Moon prepares for another 2.7 mile run at Gosnold ' s. Senior Vic Watson and a foe concentrate on last minute instructions about the race course before they begin their trek. 48 SPORTS While his harriers take a mental break. Coach Faxon ponders over the team development. I ! After a grueling race, Joe Kilgore extends his hand eagerly to take his position stick. 1978-79 Cross Country Scores KHS forfeit Ferguson KHS 50 Menchville 15 KHS 36 Warwick 21 KHS 42 Lafayette 19 KHS 38 Bethel 21 KHS 47 Phoebus 15 KHS 50 Denbigh 15 KHS 38 Hampton 22 forfeit 0-8 Prior to a confrontation with the Phoebus Phantoms, Seniors Robert Hite and Mike Moon mentally prepare for the upcoming race. Front Row: Wayne Selnau, Robert Hite, Vic Watson. Back Row: Coach Lew Faxon, Mike Moon, Joe Kilgore, John Sanders. SPORTS 49 Ending the season with a disappointing 6-14 record, the KHS Varsity Basketball team was a much better squad than the record showed. Even with senior Alonzo Smith, member of the first team All-District, and Stephen “Mo Rivers, who won the fourth highest District scorer honors, the team was unable to pull together to win, losing many games by narrow margins. With a squad of twelve young men looking forward to a good season. Head Coach Jim Hathaway and Assistant Coach Revis Conrad, managed and coached the team to three major accomplishments. By defeating Phoebus (74-64) for the first time, the Warriors were awarded their first crown. As a high scoring, mobile center, Alonzo Smith scored 26 big points while the senior playmaking guard, Mike Hathaway, followed with 14 points. Their second crown came quickly in the following week as the Warriors out- scored the Lafayette Rams (53-52) for the first time in three years. Connecting for 14 points, Stephen Mo Rivers spurred the team on to a single point winning margin. Topping off the season with a third and final crown, KHS beat a Newport News team, Denbigh, away from their home court for the first time in four years. A game of teamwork, hot shooting, and the courage of the players not to accept defeat resulted in a 63-60 Warrior victory. Unfortunately, disaster struck the team after the season when two games had to be forfeited due to player ineligibility. Over all. Coach Hathaway was pleased with the efforts of the individual players. Looking back, one could discern a substantial amount of team improvement was achieved as two outstanding individuals paced the team and helped form a more successful, spirited team. 1978-79 Varsity Basketball Scores KHS 78 Pembroke 72 KHS 69 Ferguson 78 KHS 58 Bethel 48 KHS 70 Menchville 88 KHS 47 Warwick 64 KHS 61 Hampton 73 KHS 61 Cox 68 KHS 58 Phoebus 64 KHS 63 Denbigh 60 KHS 68 Pembroke 73 KHS 74 Phoebus 64 KHS 53 Lafayette 52 KHS 68 Ferguson 81 KHS 51 Bethel 46 KHS 60 Menchville 85 KHS 59 Warwick 70 KHS KHS 68 Hampton Denbigh 75 KHS KHS 63 Phoebus Lafayette 64 6-14 Forfeit Searching to make a game winning assist, senior Mark Wasinger makes a critical decision in the last seconds of a game. Violently disagreeing with a referee ' s call. Coach Jim Hathaway finally decides to put his foot down. 50 SPORTS Confident of the Warriors ' inevitable win, Michael Robinson turns away momentarily from the game ' s progress while his teammates look on. Not Q King Do Crowns Moke Taking the jump shot which carried Stephen Mo Rivers to second team all district honors, a deserving attempt to block a two point play in vain. Shooting his way to first team all district honors, Alonzo Smith outjumps a Hampton Crabber for another basket. SPORTS 51 With a disappointing record of two wins and fourteen losses, it was a learning season for the Junior Varsity Basketball team. Entering the season with little speed, height, or experience, the Warriors attempted to make the best of their tough situation. Improvement was Coach Mark Vandervort ' s goal for the season, and it was attained as the players acquired a determined, positive attitude about their team. During the strenuous practice sessions and the intense competition of games, the junior cagers learned the tough way to play sound basketball by utilizing teamwork, thus gaining valuable experience for their upcoming varsity seasons. According to Coach Vandervort, the team was led by standouts. Cam Cosby, Todd Ames and James Sweat. Selected by his fellow teammates as the most valuable player. Cam Cosby was a key offensive weapon with quickness and speed. Other team leaders were Todd Ames, a top rebounder, and James Sweat, an aggressive defender with quickness and rapid acceleration. The purpose of the junior varsity is to work toward varsity, and the spirited determination of the ' 78- ' 79 junior Warriors provided a bright outlook for next year ' s varsity. 1978-1979 JV Basketball Scores KHS 26 Ferguson 53 KHS 40 Bethel 44 KHS 29 Menchville 40 KHS 34 Warwick 74 KHS 28 . Hampton 59 KHS 27 Denbigh 31 KHS 34 Phoebus 32 KHS 34 Lafayette 50 KHS 48 Ferguson 56 KHS 45 Bethel 54 KHS 37 Menchville 49 KHS 43 Warwick 69 KHS 34 Hampt on 43 KHS 28 Denbigh 30 KHS 40 Phoebus 35 KHS 40 Lafayette 41 2-14 With textbook shooting form, sophomore Cam Cosby attempts to make another jump shot for two more points. Season to Leorn t I Front Row: James Sweat, Cam Cosby, Jimmy White. Back Row: Coach Mark Vandervort, Kevin i Gaskin, Duane Elmore, John Butler, Wayne Robinson, Todd Ames, Manager Conrad Baines. j 52 SPORTS SquQuus Shootin ' A group of thirteen girls from grade nine to twelve, headed by Coach Lester Sapp, comprised the Girls ' Basketball team. Despite a disappointing season, the Lady Warriors managed to place one player, Anita Dixon, on the All-District First Team. Team honors, again, went to Anita Dixon who deservedly received Most Valuable Player honors. Donna Hatch ' s ball-handling skills and good outside shot landed her the Best Offensive Player award, while Renee Tellinger and Chris Turner shared the Best Defensive Player award for their outstanding ability and defensive hands. Beating Denbigh twice and Hampton once, the Lady Warriors only managed to triumph three times during a season of fourteen games. A lack of true teamwork hampered the ladies ' efforts to the point of defeat. Yet, Anita ' s First Team All-District honors made the three-out-of-fourteen game season a bit more tolerable. 1978-79 Girls ' Basketball Scores KHS 17 Ferguson 38 KHS 34 Bethel 35 KHS 49 Menchville 57 KHS 39 Warwick 47 KHS 48 Hampton 37 KHS 53 Denbigh 49 KHS 30 Phoebus 65 KHA 34 ■ Lafayette 43 KHS 39 Ferguson 45 KHS 48 Menchville 49 KHS 37 Warwick 58 KHS 45 Hampton 50 KHS 59 Denbigh 51 KHS 43 Lafayette 3-11 52 Springing into action, Anita Dixon outj i amps her Pembroke counterpart, gaining a cruci iai tip for the Lady Warriors. SPORTS 53 With an unstable performance throughout its two month season, the Kecoughtan Varsity Wrestling team managed to keep its nose just above water. The team satisfied coach Bill Cawley ' s and his assistant coach. Buddy Denton ' s season expectations for , the team. The Warriors came up with an even record of wins and losses both in and out of the district. Kecoughtan ' s wrestlers were left slightly dazed after winning only two out of their first five matches. A two and one half week lull followed in the season. Taking advantage of this. Coach Cawley wasted no time to instill a little grim determination to pull the Warriors out of their dive. Rising to the occasion, the Warriors blasted out of their hole by winning four of their las1 seven matches. When the smoke dared, Jerry Olson had performed the most takedowns of the Warrior season (16); George Mizusawa had pinned an opponent faster than any other Warrior (33 seconds); and Bruce Berube pinned more opponents than any other Warrior (7). Bruce was also chosen the Most Valuable wrestler by his teammates, and was named second in his weight class in the district. Out of eight teams, the Warriors ' even 6-6 record earned them a fifth place in the district. With the experience of two returning varsity wrestlers and the athletes who will move up from the JV squad, the team for next year seems bound for success. Nearing a pin, George Mizusawa looks to the referee in anticipation of the count. Grappling UJrollarcoQster With an iron grasp, Tony White holds his opponent ' s foot while jockeying for an advantage over his wary opponent. 1978-79 Varsity Wrestling Scores KHS 18 First Colonial 42 KHS 32 Tabb 30 KHV 23 Bethel 43 KHS 15 Hampton 37 KHS 34 Pembroke 22 KHS 24 York 30 KHS 11 Menchville 44 KHS 54 Phoebus 13 KHS 30 Lafayette 22 KHS 27 Denbigh 31 KHS 39 Ferguson 22 KHS 48 Warwick 15 6-6 Can you pick the Warrior out of this tangle of arms, legs, heads and feet? (Hint: the head on top belongs to a battling Bruce Berube. 54 SPORTS Using all of his resources in both tactics and strength, Jeff Meier tries to prevent an unfavorable reversal. As the 1978-79 season came to an end, the JV Wrestling team ' s efforts were apparently not reflected in their 5-5-1 record. Yet their success, according to Coach Bill Cawley, was all in the eye of the beholder. Although the deceptive record showed nothing spectacular, experience was obtained as the team gained valuable insight in competitive wrestling. The results of these experiences were highlighted by the performances of George Tate and Rusty Melton. These athletes were co-recipients of the Most Valuable Player award. Despite the fact that the team of fourteen was more than twice that of last year ' s bantam squad, there was no real increase in actual participation by the players. Opposing squads usually had only five grapplers, limiting the number of Warriors allowed to compete in each match. Hopefully in the coming year, these junior grapplers will enhance the varsity with the strength and experience necessary for an outstanding wrestling team. As trainer to the Warrior wrestlers, Coach Bill Cawley refers to the playing chart for the next sparring match. Front Row: George Tate, Doug Meier, John Perrotts, Gino Mizusawa, Mike Boyd. Second Row: Steven Minear, Rusty Melton, Troy Crosby, Tim Caison, Maynard Brown. 56 SPORTS Record Takes Douun Sucess ■ 1978-79 JV Wrestling Scores KHS 21 First Colonial 21 KHS 52 Tabb 12 - KHS 19 Bethel 25 KHS 15 Hampton 4 KHS 6 Pembroke 19 KHS 18 York 3 KHS 11 Menchville 23 KHS 15 Phoebus 3 KHS 6 Lafayette 12 KHS 9 Denbigh 12 KHS 24 Warwick .5-5-1 0 While getting entangled in each other ' s arms and legs, Gino Mizusawa and his opponent take some time out to stare at their shadows. ' a ■ ' V -• ' ■ j ' - -If - • ■ t � • •• . t. ■ V. A,’, -df jf. .t ' • ' -« f v , ' ' = Assuming the role of the legendary Gingerbread Man, half-back Randy Jones instigates a game of follow-the-leader. ntmo-Sphere of Perfection Nobody ' s perfect, and the Warrior soccer team was painfully aware of that. After years of indisputable domination, the hooters suffered their first blemish in their previously unblemished LOST column. The odds had been gaining on the Warriors and finally became an unavoidable obstacle as they struggled to a 3-2 loss to Phoebus in the first game of the spring season. The team was able to overcome their early season difficulties, which left them at 1-1-1 after the first three games, and they were able to post a winning record for the first half of the season. The second half again began with a game against Phoebus. This time, however, the Warrior defense stood its ground to an almost perfect game, ending the match on a 1-1 deadlock. This left the Warriors in a precarious position, and in a position to which they were not accustomed, second place in the race for the district title. The team had no choice but to try to win its remaining games and to hope that the first place Phoebus team would begin to lose. That was exactly what happened, with the Warriors, under the leadership of Coach Joe Hagy, prevailing at the close of the season by a full one and a half games. The Warrior team overcame many obstacles, including an inexperienced front line, sporting two sophomores, to close their season in the first place position and with a firm grasp on the dynasty that had been so fiercely contested by the Peninsula District teams. The Warriors achieved yet another distinction, along with copping the District title. The team placed the highest number of players on the Peninsula District All-Star team. Bill Wilson, Randy Jones, David Richards, and Eric Clexton were all elected to the Peninsula District first team. As District champions, the Warriors gained an automatic berth in the Eastern Regional game. Poor luck prevailed for the Warriors, as they were unable to repeat as the Regional champs, losing to Cox High School from Virginia Beach by a score of 3-1. 58 SPORTS 1978-79 Varsity Soccer Scores KHS 2 Phoebus 3 KHS 4 Lafayette i KHS 0 Denbigh 8 KHS 7 Warwick 2 KHS 6 Bethel 2 KHS 2 Menchville 1 KHS 4 Hampton 0 KHS 3 Lafayette - f ■■71. ,1 KHS 4 Ferguson i;v o KHS • 1 Phoebus . KHS 4 Denbigh ■h— KHS 6 Ferguson 1 KHS 3 Warwick 0 .KHS 3 Menchville 1 .KHS 1 Bethel 1 : KHS -Hampton 12-3-1 0 , a : Breaking through the Menchville defensive line, sophomores Brian Flinn and Ken Korpak attempt to direct the ball into that evasive net. Scarely avoiding a headlong collision, Randy Jones skillfully plays one-on-one with a Menchville opponent. SPORTS 59 TujoBcid Returning to lead the ' 78- ' 79 JV soccer team, Coach Leonard Thomas worked his squad to a 5-2-1 season. Managing to pull together the individual talents of both the defenseive and offensive players. Coach Thomas successfully pieced together a winning group of dedicated soccer players. Falling short of an undefeated season by only two games, the grass kickers suffered defeat both times at the feet of Fort Monroe. Only one point kept the team behind during the course of both fateful games. However, remaining undefeated in the district washed away the pain of loss. Sweeper, Jerry Daniel, was voted Most Valuable player by his teammates for his outstanding defensive agility and offensive adaptibility. Best Defensive player went to Tim Duffy, who, due to his long kicks, was noted for his bionic” foot. Finally, Best Offensive player was awarded to Tom Viets, who sparked the offense, through his ball handling finesse, to a season total of nineteen goals. Topping the season off with a final victory over Denbigh, the Warriors ended up on top of their district. Proud of his team for their sportsmanship and teamwork. Coach Thomas closed the season with a feeling of accomplishment. Attempting to save a penalty kick, goal keeper, Paul Farquharson, dives in an effort to keep a vital point from being scored. Heads up! is the cry as Tim Duffy and Jerry Daniel successfully complete a back-to-back clear. 60 SPORTS Front Row: Jate Yonkos, Jerry Daniel, Billy Edgette, Eric Obeck, Ted Nixon, John Denning, Robert Messier, Karen Whited, Mary Weiss, Eileen Edgette, Tony Coulson. Back Row: Coach Leonard Thomas, Tim Coulson, Paul Farquharson, Wythe Jones, Kurt Obeck, Mark Lehmkuhler, Lee Dech, Greg Schneider, Mike Messinger, Jim Brown, John Hughey, Patty McCarthy, Paul Seal. Displaying his defensive skills as sweeper, Jerry Daniel quickly kicks the ball out of his opponent ' s reach. 1978-79 JV Soccer Scores KHS 4 . Langley 0 KHS 5 Denbigh 2 KHS 0 Ft. Monroe 1 KHS 2 Langley 0 KHS 1 Ft. Monroe 2 KHS 3 Denbigh 3 KHS 4 Denbigh 2 4-2-1 SPORTS 61 n Choke Selection 1978-79 Varsity Baseball Scores KHS 9 Gloucester 0 KHS 1 J.R. Tucker 6 KHS 4 Douglas Freeman 9 KHS 1 Warwick 0 KHS 8 Phoebus 0 KHS 2 Bethel 1 KHS 5 Hampton 0 KHS 2 Highland Springs 3 KHS 5 Ferguson 3 KHS 1 Denbigh 0 KHS 7 Lafayette 4 KHS 16 Menchville 3 KHS 8 Warwick 1 KHS 3 Phoebus 2 KHS 1 Bethel 0 KHS 10 Hampton 2 KHS 4 Ferguson 2 KHS 1 Denbigh 5 KHS 8 Lafayette 0 KHS 4 Kellam 2 KHS 2 Western Branch 16-5 3 Picked in a pre-season coaches poll as the “team to beat, the 1978-79 Varsity Baseball team proved to be a good selection. The team, led by senior captains Mark Wasinger and Alvin Allen, and seniors Mike Cornwell and Don Riley, compiled a district record of 14-1. The Warriors lost out on a chance for an undefeated season when they lost to Denbigh 5-1 after winning their first thirteen games. The regular season closed out with an 8-0 win over Lafayette. This was the seventh shutout recorded by the team during the season and set a school record for shutouts in one season. By winning the Peninsula District championship, the team earned the right to represent the district in the Regional tournament. The Warriors ' first opponent was Kellam High School from the Beach District. Led by the timely hitting of Mike Cornwell, and the outstanding relief pitching of sophomore sensation Dick Neil, the team came away with a 4-2 victory. In the final game of the Regional Tournament, the Warriors faced Western Branch from the southeastern district. The season ended for the Warriors with a hard foe, well played 3-2 defeat. Senior Alvin Allen was voted by his teammates to receive the honor of being Most Valuable player on the team. Other award winners included Alvin Allen and Dick Neil being named Most Outstanding pitchers, Mike Stevens leading hitter, Alvin Allen and Mark Wasinger captains award, and Col Robinson Sportsmanship Award recipients Randy Willson, Lionel Boudreaux, Alvin Allen, Dick Neil, Sam Massie, Scott Nault, Chris Mounts, Kurt Rowland, Steve Maier, and Darryl Robinson. Alvin Allen, Dick Neil and Mike Cornwell were awarded for their outstanding play during the season by being named to the Peninsula District All Star Team. Mark Wasinger was awarded for his outstanding high school baseball performance by receiving a full scholarship to Old Dominion University. Overall, the season was an exciting success for the KHS baseball team. Coach Buddy Denton, and the exceptional standouts. In perfect stride, senior Alvin Allen rounds third base on his way to homeplate during a very advantageous Warrior hit and run play. Intent on adding to his team leading batting average, junior Mike Stevens watches the pitch from a Denbigh adversary. 62 SPORTS ; Despite his slugging determination, Darryl Robinson can only catch a small piece of the ball and foul it off homeplate. With casual, methodical ease and skill, second baseman Don Riley calmly and confidently throws another opponent out at first base. Front Row: Corrine Foster, Susan Dargle. Second Roiv: Kurt Rowland, Don Riley, Darryl Robinson, Chris Mounts, Sam Massie, Lionel Boudreaux, Steve Maier. Back Row: Alvin Allen, Mark Wasinger, Mike Cornwell, Randy Willson, Mike Stevens, Larry Lawson, Scott Nault, Dick Neil, Ricky Jobson, Coach Buddy Denton. SPORTS 63 i t i . ‘JU-- With the stance of a professional, Chuck O ' Donnell swings for Warwick ' s first pitch. ' U . r.t 0 m 4 ■ ' ' ' A Js t . 64 SPORTS Lessons raking a few practice swings, Steve Small prepares to bat as Mike Rawles I awaits his turn on deck. Putting all of his muscle into it, Jimmy Snead fires the ball towards the plate as teammates James Sweat and Chuck O ' Donnell looks on. I Leorned Experience helps, but it won ' t make up for determination and a strong desire to win. Practice helps, but it won ' t make up for a lack of a serious attitude towards the game. These were the two hard lessons learned by the Junior Varsity baseball team under the guidance of Coach Johnny Green, a physical education teacher from Tyler Elementary School. Nevertheless, the 1978-79 season ended for the JV team with a commendable eight wins, seven losses record. This full schedule, as compared to the ten games played by the JV team last year, was instrumental in developing an important sense of unity and team work. Demonstrating a promising skill, Mike Rawles pitched the Warriors to victory in five of their eight wins and captured the Most Valuable Player award. Jimmy Snead, backed by relief pitchers Randy Powell and Steve Small, pitched in the remaining three Warrior wins. These outstanding performances, combined with the quality of the rest of the well-rounded team, furnished the team with a successful season. 1978-79 JV Baseball Scores 0 Warwick KHS 5 KHS 3 Bethel 7 KHS 1 Hampton 5 KHS 4 Phoebus 3 KHS 6 Ferguson 2 KHS 1 Denbigh 0 KHS 11 Lafayette 4 KHS 0 Menchville 3 KHS 7 Warwick 0 KHS 14 Phoebus 6 KHS 1 Bethel 3 KHS 7 Hampton 6 KHS 5 Ferguson 6 KHS 7 Denbigh 8 KHS 4 Lafayette 8 — 7 0 SPORTS 65 fust zvait ‘til Districts. Disgusted at losing his race by a head. Good starts are important to winning races. Demonstrating good freestyle starts, Kevin sophomore Rick Murray promises to defeat his opponent at the Oakes and Peter Slusar in lanes 3 and 5 begin the first length of a 500 meter race. District meet. T Concentrating on psyching herself up for Phoebus rival Ann Cummings, co-captain Janna Johnson - “ ’ i thinks about her freestyle turn techniques. 1978-1979 KHS KHS KHS KHS KHS KHS KHS KHS Swimming Scores ' 80 V? Lafayette 102 . Bethel If) 79 Hampton 112 121 85 121 83 Bethel Phoebus ' -’ i 3 Lafayette Phoebus Hampton 7-1 74 66 SPORTS FIN-nishing First Off to a “flying start with a two point victory over ' 78 district champ Lafayette, Kecoughtan swimmers compiled an impressive 7-1 season district record, losing only to Hampton. Guided by co-captains Garth Wallis and Janna Johnson, the team landed a 16 point victory over Hampton at the annual Relay meet at the Old Hampton Community Center. Throughout the season, members made many personal sacrifices. Since none of the high schools were equipped with a pool, swimmers travelled to either the Community Center or Hampton Institute for daily hour and a half practices. Kecoughtan rotated pools and practice hours with other area high school teams to give them an opportunity to practice at the Center where meets were held. Often these practice hours interrupted family dinner plans. School activity funds accounted only for the cost of sweatsuits and travel to Williamsburg for the Lafayette meet, so swimmers furnished their own swimmsuits, caps and goggles. They also provided their own transportation to practices and me ets. Although regular season wins brought honors to the team, the season ' s high point came with the defeat of both Hampton and Lafayette in the district championships held at Hampton Institute in February. The flying Fish won six out of twenty events and tied a district relay record, while senior Kevin Oakes set a new record in the 500 meter freestyle. Their solid victory brought the district trophy back “home to Kecoughtan for the first time in six years. Divers Loney Nunemaker and Jeff Jessup also added to team strength with strong finishes in District competition. Coach Chuck McFadden ' s Flying Fish rounded out the year with an awards dinner. Sophomores Melissa Stickle and Dan Newhall were honored as the Most Valuable swimmers, while Tim Raines was named Most Deserving and Most Improved was awarded to diver Darlene Robbins. Good Warrior swimmers were not made overnight. Coach McFadden worked to perfect stroke techniques, starts, turns, and to strengthen team members. Sore, cramped muscles, tired bodies, and unfinished homework were often results of long, difficult practices. However, all the discomforts seemed to pale in the limelight of the district championship. Front Row: Coach Chuck McFadden, Sarah Miller, Karen Ameson, Darlene Robbins, Melissa Stickle, Janine Pfieffer, Ted Lockard. Back Row: Susie Huntley, Greg Kashin, Rick Murray, Mike Vaughan, Dan Newhall, Steve Bergin, Garth Wallis. Soaring like a bird, Darlene Robbins executes a beautiful swan dive to gain Warrior points against Bethel. Churning water on the last length of 100 meter breaststroke. Sue Randolph takes her last breath before hitting the wall. SPORTS 67 Stroking it out all season long, the Kecoughtan golfers worked hard to uphold their winning image. Led by senior captain, Dave Simm, the team lost to only two teams. After numerous postponements, the team finally met with fate, as they succumbed to Ferguson by only three strokes. With only one defeat going into their final match, the Kecoughtan clubbers relinquished possession of the district title to Hampton, as the crabbers won handily. Although hopes for a disfrict crown had been stripped away, the team still won a birth in the regional competition. The season ' s standout was sophomore Jeff Scheumann, who consistently turned in scores in the 70 ' s. David Simm and Mike Parker, Kecoughtan ' s top playing seniors, turned in classic rounds as well, although their performances did not meet their personal standards or goals. Coached by Mr. Don Taylor, the eight-man team consisted of five seniors, two juniors, and one sparkling sophomore. The seniors were David Simm, Mike Parker, Andy Barber, Curt South, and Mike Moore. Returning next year will be juniors Tom Johnston and John Flanders, and sophomore, Jeff Scheumann. With the talent returning. Coach Taylor will be able to confidently await the following season. T€nM, PAR €XCeLL€NC€ Saying the magic words, Curt South holds his enchanted putter, trying to coax the ball into the hole. 68 SPORTS Biting his lip with determination, John Flanders fires a shot towards the final hole, and an eventual victory against Warwick High School. Up with the good swing, down with the bad! Tom Johnston eases the tension before tee-off time with Ferguson High School. 1978-79 Golf Scores t f KHS 317 Phoebus 350 KHS 342 Denbigh 358 KHS 319 Ferguson 316 KHS 334 Menchville 342 KHS 330 Bethel 339 KHS 321 Warwick 410 KHS 335 Lafayette 358 KHS 331 Hampton 321 6-2 Wishing to hit the ball again, John Flanders asks Coach ' Don Taylor for advice on the rule. SPORTS 69 It ' s a bird!. . . It ' s a plane! . . . no, it ' s super-put, thinks Barry Rose as he puts another shot. “If at first you don ' t succeed . . . try, try again! That was what the Warrior track team did. They tried and tried and tried, but to no avail. A lack of experience held most of the team members at bay, while the veteran Warriors pushed themselves to their limits. However, the individual efforts of these athletes did not quite hack it. Although the team failed to triumph in any of their five meets. Coach Brian Hebert kept the team striving for perfection in the field, while pushing for speed and endurance on the track. He sent relay teams to the Hampton Institute Relays. Peninsula Relays, Colonial Relays, the Peninsula Districts, and the Eastern Regionals, but they managed to pull out one sixth place at the Peninsula Districts. In spite of their losses, the Warrior track team kept up their spirits by trying harder to improve. Before separating to compete in their individual events, the Warrior track team holds a quick pow-wow. 70 SPORTS j 1978 7 9 rack Scores Ha|n t| n 44 Vsffx ' MHk “KHSk ' liO Lafa) tte i KHs ' ' 47iA It i KHSv ' ' 42 ' . 94 loa Attempting to put the shot into orbit, sophomore John Crist gathers his strength for a final practice throw. SPORTS 71 ep On rockin ' Dash! Shot! Jump! Mile! What did all these have in common? Events for the Girls ' Track team, of course! Others included discus, long and high jumps, 220, 440, 880 and mile relay. Although the Girls ' Track team was the victim of a disappointing 2-4 season, the source of the team ' s vigor originated from its endurance runners. Sophomore Maureen Hinnebusch made it to regionals in her strongest events — the mile and two-mile. Senior Cathy McCarthy also made it to regionals for the mile while sophomore Wendy Hopson placed seventh in the high jump in regionals. The track team tied for seventh in districts and third in the city-wide meet. An awards banquet was held and three trophies were awarded. As selected by the team, the Most Valuable Player Award went to sophomore standout, Maureen Hinnebusch. Most Deserving was received by senior Cathy McCarthy, while Most Improved went to sophomore Liz White. Although the team had less than a fantastic season, they met their opponents with a positive attitude. With this attitude and strenuous practices, the girls were led through a season which was profitable through individual accomplishments. 1978-79 Girls ' Track Scores Pem|)roke Warwick Lafayette Bethel Phoebus 2 — 4 Protecting herself from the sudden downpour, Ms. Nancy Hibbard watches intently the results of the race. A fast, high-stepping Laura Meier hangs on to the baton, knowing that she must overtake her opponent before the finish line. 72 SPORTS I Front Row: Maureen McCarthy, Nancy Foster, Chris Gentry, Joy Denning, Cathy McCarthy, Mary Glynn. Second Row: Debbie Edwards, Maureen Hinnebusch, Debbie Cannan, Liz White, Pam Hammett, Benita Green, Karen Williams, Karin Edwards. Back Row: Wendy Hopson, Karen Emerson, Nancy Owens, Tarlette Cheeseman, Chris Turner, Jennifer Sporer, Laura Meier, Paige McKinley, Denise Cook. Showing off their unique athletic agility, Maureen McCarthy and Joy Denning are hams in the Endurance is the main necessity for long distance camera ' s eye! running as Cathy McCarthy shows here at one of the many practices. SPORTS 73 n BIT OF GLOftV Lightning never strikes in the same place twice, except on Kecoughtan ' s tennis courts. Once again the Warrior racqueteers fell short of the district title, winning only five out of their eight district matches. However, the burn was not as bad as it all seemed. Young players including Todd Ames, Cam Cosby, and Randy Swartz gained valuable experience while the veterans on the team polished up their forehands, backhands and over-head smashes. Coach Mark Vandervort ' s final hopes for regaining district dominance faded into the net when the Warriors suffered a final defeat of 4-5 at the hands of the Warwick Raiders. Yet the year was not without a bit of glory. The racqueteers smashed both Denbigh and Phoebus 9-0 and aced their way to victory over Bethel with a score of 8-1. Even though the team had their outstanding victories under their belts, they were not able to put it all together and pull out a victory against the defiant Warwick Raiders. Eying his opponent triumphantly, Mark Therianos follows through with a winning forehand stroke. 7 4 ) I KMMtll IttABcS Positioned and ready for action, junior Front Row: Billy Hannah, Cam Cosby, Mark Therianos, Mike Williamson. Back Row: Coach Mark James Hicks awaits the serve from his Vandervort, James Hicks, Roger Rector, Todd Ames, Randy Swartz, Robert Goss. Phoebus opponent with confidence. 74 SPORTS Demonstrating the proper form for a low forehand, Coach Mark Vandervort helps team members in improving their individual games. 978-79 KHS KHS Boys ' Tennis Scores Pembroke HRA Poquoson Denbi C ' Mauiy jX Harhpton Phoebus Lafayette HRA Poquoson Menchvill Bethel Maury Warwick Disguised in an apparently ordinary conversation, Cam Cosby and Roger Rector plan some last minute strategy before their next match. wwrmmi SJ’CMrS ' 75 Senior Jean Peters introduces the new move in tennis — the Robot. Bjorn Borg! Where? With looks of amusement, amazement, and adoration three members of the team react to a teammate ' s joke. Too many problems — scorching sun, injuries, and inexperience created a so-so Girls ' Tennis Team. Early in August, the team began lengthy and strenuous practices. The many injuries and the blistering summer sun caused lethargy. The girls ' schedule was shifted to a fall sport because of a feud over the courts between the girls ' and boys ' teams. Due to ten new members, the team was inexperienced although four veterans returned from the previous year. The team got off to a slow start as they lost their first three matches. After additional practice and extra coaching by Coach June Tharpe, the girls pulled through with a record of 4-4 for the season. At the team ' s get-together in January, Becky Savage was noted Most Valuable Player by her teammates while Valerie Doggett was chosen Most Deserving. Lynne Newton was awarded the special Coach ' s Trophy. Although the team ' s record was not outstanding, the girls felt they had achieved team unity and sportsmanship through all their troubles. KHS ' s Number One, Becky Savage serves another ace against her opponent. 76 SPORTS Unity Overcomes Lethargy Where oh where has the tennis ball gone?” wonders junior Susie Montefusco as she frantically searches for it. As Becky Savage and Val Doggett accept their trophies, they appear to be all smiles. 1978-79 Girls ' Tennis Scores KHS 3 Denbigh 6 KHS 4 Ferguson 5 KHS 6 Phoebus 3 KHS 2 Lafayette 7 KHS 5 Menchville 3 KHS 9 Bethel 0 KHS 7 Warwick 2 KHS 1 Hampton 8 4-4 r s. .M ” F Jm ' ’A ' ' Sc A’,. JB Front Row: Maureen Hinnebusch, Lynne Newton, Val Doggett, Becky Savage, Jean Peters, Belinda Irick. Back Row: Miss June Tharpe, Donna Hatch, Sheri Summerlin, Anne Maloney, Anne Yuengert, Becky Sturk, Susie Montefusco, Kate Burgdorf. SPORTS 77 78 CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONS On many afternoons or mornings, a active by co-sponsoring Christmas ' collage of shields, accompanied by their Mistletoe and Holly Ball and by student owners, was formed as club working to help area charities, members met to discuss, connive, plan. Unfortunately, apathy, an old, and vote on issues and upcoming relentless enemy of clubs, again events for the various clubs. Even with attacked some KHS clubs, resulting in the shortage of clubs and organizations the inability to accomplish planned available to KHS students. Warriors tasks. somehow found enough Between periods of indifference and extra-curricular activities to fill their inaction, the clubs did accomplish busy schedules. some of their projects. Many students Although students were gained fond memories of cooperative disappointed because some of the clubs efforts, meeting with friends, and were cancelled due to lack of sponsors, feelings of satisfaction with a job well they joined other clubs which still had done. These cherished recollections and active sponsors and enthusiastic the new friendships which bloomed members. At meetings and other were recorded on the students ' shields activities, there were no lonely in pictures and symbols, capturing the members as friendships were formed, very essence of their school year at The Keyettes and Key Club remained KHS. CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONS 79 As another Key Club work project is proposed, the meinbers try to picture the idea while Dickie Morrow thinks it is a good idea. Venturing forth in the last week of July to carry on the old tradition of attending National Cheerleading Association camp, the varsity cheerleaders encountered recently established disco movement classes which reflected today ' s current trends. In addition to disco, the varsity cheerleaders, comprised of three seniors and nine juniors, mastered cheers and chants, and brought home the elusive, illustrious Spirit Stick. Devoted sponsor, Mrs. Joan South Blank, competently organized her Before a temporarily subdued football Homecoming pep rally audience, Darlene Robbins and Nancy Foster display their polished knack for taming those wild, swishing pom-poms. Starting the season off with combined effort, the Varsity cheerleaders rise to the occasion with a crowd-pleasing pyramid at the first pep rally. stick with SPIRIT troupe of performers to earn money for camp, by coordinating car washes and aiding the Booster Club Bingo. Practice and preparation for upcoming performances at football, basketball and tournament games began after completion of April tryouts. Also selected long before the start of the school year were captain Jean Peters and co-captain Vicki Creekmore, who together instilled the drive and solidarity which would continue the group ' s dedication to a tradition of excellence. Taking the matter into her own hands, Tina Downes exhibits to the team the proper way to crush a crabber. 80 CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONS Cheering On and Up With duties divided and efforts united, the Junior Varisty Cheerleader instigated a cheering force which urged all good men to rise to the cause of high spirits and enthusiasm in playing the game. For the JV cheerleaders, the only game being played for the entire season was JV basketball, with a noted absence of JV football which reduced their cheer-up duties in half. As did the Varsity cheerleaders, the JV regiment marched off the camp to prepare for their future engagements. Eagerly fulfilling their pledge, the nine sophomores, co-captained by Mariann McLeod and Patty Johnson, later replaced by Hope Polinski, together sought and found their triumph in cheering on players, cheering up placid crowds, and cheering each other. Hey, now you ' ve got the beat! After a summer of practice, the JV Cheerleaders publically perform for the first ' time at the sophomore orientation. I, CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONS 81 Majoring in Batons Perfection is a rare quality, but it can be found in certain people. A tre¬ mendous effort towards achieving perfection summed up the result of the hard work and exhausting energy that the KHS majorettes contributed to making their squad a success. Sponsored by Mrs. Adgeline Hill, the majorettes, with their skimpy outfits, batons and perfectly timed moves, were popular entertainment at the pep rallies and home football games. Headed by Captain June Peters and co-captain Jill Zarger, three juniors and two sophomores came together with these two seniors to coordinate the routines that made the majorettes a popular item. The KHS majorettes practiced each afternoon for at least two hours with the marching band. Fund raising activities for the major¬ ettes included the selling of plants, donuts, and KHS megaphones. Not only did the majorettes perform at foot¬ ball games and pep rallies, but they par¬ ticipated in parades and performed at area malls during the holiday season. Although the hard work and energy was time consuming, the majorettes found it paid off with applause for their efforts. By examining the achievements of the KHS majorettes, one could see that they were majoring in batons. Coordination counts when you ' re playing with fire, as Connie Cohen realizes during the half time pro¬ ceedings. ' A tossin ' and‘a twirlin,’ the KHS majorettes perform one of their many intricate routines at the Basketball Homecoming pep rally. 82 CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONS )rlds Of Twirls After a summer of exhausting practices in a whirly world of revolutions, the Kecoughtan Flag Twirlers opened the year with numerous performances at pep rallies and home football games. Precision and coordination which were obtained with the devotion of time, brought the rewards of applause and teeming appreciation. With an assemblage of seven, the girls acquired their turns to twirl by a group of teachers, including the sponsor, Mrs. Adgeline Hill and the senior members of the squad. Captain Gail Halsey and co-captain Elaine Adams guided the girls in fund raising activities which included a plant and bake sale that brought in a sizeable profit of approximately $119.00 With uptempo music provided by the KHS band, the spirited twirlers performed at various school functions, including sophomore orientation, parades and pep rallies. Upon completion of a proficient year, the flag twirlers carried on the tradition of rotating in untried prospective twirlers by assisting in auditions. With the laying down of their flags, the girls retired wearily and all flagged out. . . .5,6,7, 8! Marching in time to the music, the KHS flag twirlers perform for ecstatic students during a pep rally. CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONS 83 HWENLY MUSE-IC In the beginning there was naught in Kecoughtan ' s void but Mr. Fred Pendergraft. He longed for greatness and the comfort of companionship. In his mind he designed a heavenly symphony that would play for the pleasure of the universe. The task was to create a host of musicians capable of performing the music that he longed to hear. On the first day, Mr. P formed the first trumpet section. Lacking an initial guidance, the trumpets brayed in disunity, each note in conflict with the other. Summoning his talents, Mr. P polished the sounds until they reached a harmonious level of musicianship unparalleled anywhere in the universe. The first day came to an end, and Mr. Pendergraft saw that it was good. As the second day arrived, Mr. P completed the second stage of his vision, as he shaped from the swirling chaos an assemblage of woodwinds. However, their rustic sounds were in need of Mr. Pendergraft ' s refining touch. Filling their hearts with the unison of his greatest hopes, they burst forth in a sound so enticing that even the great Mr. P looked over his creations; he saw that it was good. Even as the third day came to be, the ever-playing orchestra heralded its glorious dawn. Mr. P felt that the sound needed a balance of tones, and he devised the creation of the bass instruments. Molding brass and flesh, Mr. P created a section of trombones and tubas. Only his golden touch was able to harness their booming roar, and transform their music into a beauteous melody. After an arduous day spent in perfecting the drummers ' talents, Mr. P was able to cease his work. Again the sun set, and Mr. P saw that it was good. The sound that issued forth from the heavenly orchestra was glorious, but it lacked the majesty that could be obtained from the support of the final section, yet to be created. Mr. P completed the final task of his vision as he spent the fourth and fifth days creating a huge percussion section. An extra day of labor had been spent fostering the bombastic sound that the drummers emitted, and soon Mr. P had tailored the cadences into complementary rhythms. As his tasks came to an end, Mr. P listened contentedly to the entire assemblage playing together, and he knew that it was good. Although Mr. Pendergraft was not a deity, he did work miracles with Kecoughtan ' s band. Following the shows at football games and parades, all with great success, the band swept away the highest honors at the spring band competition, an d Mr. Pendergraft looked it all over and saw that it was indeed good. 84 CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONS Feeling proud of herself, Claire Boston gleams with approval at the fantastic performance of the band and herself on a tough number. kike a proud father, Mr. Fred Pendergraft boasts of the vast improvement and accomplishments of concert, while ethereal music issues from his horn i ;his band. CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONS 85 No use sitting alone in your room ... coo the cabaret dancers Lynn McCormick, Laura Cooley and Carol Ogden while performing in the Variety Show. Always On Key Seeking perfection, Mrs. Lucille Suttererpractices a piece to be performed at the Baccalaureate ceremony for graduating seniors. A 1 ■ J Singing a combination of television commercials, Mary Glynn, Joy Taggart, Heidi Myer, Sandra Lowther and Anne Maloney present a very Strange Medley at the Variety Show. These microphone wires are going to be the death of me. A ' cappella and Ensemble member, Susie Cunningham, tries to avoid tripping over the cord while preparing to perform a solo. 86 CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONS Holding on desperately to her slight bit of clothing, Suzie Williamson gives an embarrassed grin as she represents a Barrel of Fun in the “Very Strange Melody. Followers of King Tutankhamun dance to the disco beat of the song, King Tut, during the Variety Show. Starting the year on the right note, the A ' cappella choir sponsored the harmonious collaboration, the Variety Show which featured a selection of songs from the summer ' s hit motion picture. Grease. The top forty tune, King Tut, was sung by Wesley Witten. In addition, the audience was captivated by an Egyptian dance routine. In December the mood took a seasonal change. Opening the Winter Concert was the Ensemble, a select group of vocally talented students followed by the Girls ' and Boys ' Choruses. Then the A ' cappella donned their robes and rendered appropriate selections, with an orchestral accompaniment directed by Mr. Raymond Pancarawicz. A final chapter in the ' 78- ' 79 year for the A ' cappella choir was the Spring Concert. The choir bloomed into a melodious array of songs ranging from Latin hymns to popular hits. Performances as successful as these could never succeed without a determined group of singers, and above all without the dedication of the well-organized director, Mrs. Lucille Sutterer. From the Variety Show to the Spring Concert, the A ' cappella choir was always on key. BS.AND ORGANIZATIONS valuable assistance to Coach Ben Rich, Dean of Boys, as she checks the daily absentee list. Displaying clerical talent, Melody West types while reading the newspaper upside down. We couldn ' t do without them! Mrs. Gladys Hardrath exclaimed. She was talking about those omnipresent student aides. These students relinquished hours of their valuable time to serve Kecoughtan . They worked in the attendance offices, AV center and bookstore. Some spent their time in the vast room of knowledge (the library), writing overdue notices and stamping new books. Others worked with Mrs. Betsy Storey, among the noises of clacking typewriters and ringing phones. These aides ignored all distractions and diligently worked to file papers, and corrected the student locator. What did these loyal aides gain in return? Fame? Jewels? Money? No, not those unimportant frivolities. Instead, they gained something far more important — EXPERIENCE. Answering the telephone with a smile, Nancy Seitz performs one of her many duties as a student aide to Dean of Girls, Mrs. Shirley Booth. 88 CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONS Learning for Life A certain club tucked into one of the far corners of KHS was a major fac tor in certain people ' s lives. These people learned home management, wardrobe planning, and community involvement. This club was the Future Homemakers of America, better known as FHA. Sponsored by Miss Patsy Paul and Mrs. Sue Smith, the FHA consisted of approximately 135 willing to learn members who met on the last Friday of every month. Officers were elected for the club, and an executive council was set up in each Home Ec class. The students organized and conducted the FHA ' s program of activities entirely by themselves. Not only did FHA members help others, they helped themselves by learning for their present and future. Guest speakers discussed such matters as modeling, job hunting, interior decorating, architecture, and planning a wardrobe for a career. Most importantly, the FHA members developed their leadership characteristics, aiding themselves in their contributions to individual and family lives. All alone in my little corner . . . muses Cathy Dishman as the FHA meeting draws to an end. Hesitantly awaiting the public reaction her creation, Robin Keen displays her sewing talent. After a brief stint of modeling, Beth Lay carefully arranges her skirt as she receives a compliment from a classmate. CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONS 89 H.S. Welcome Mat FLASH . . . ATTENTION all students! Question of the year . . . What was TAG? Answer . . . TAG was the acronym for Transfer Adjustment Group, and it was just about the greatest thing for new students. TAG, sponsored by guidance counselor, Mr. Arnold Ritt, was a way for new students to get involved with school activities, and allowed them to express their innermost feelings and impressions about KHS. The TAG helped make life more comfortable for transfer students, and made them feel as if they had always been a part of the KHS community. One of the fun activities planned by TAG was a party wherein all members became better acquainted with one another. Another activity was a bake sale, which brought in a profit of $15.00, and from this a portion was used to sponsor one of their members, Kim Paragin, for the Miss KHS Pageant. If you were a curious, new student and joined TAG, you weren ' t considered an odd ball, you were made to feel at home; and you became another member of the Warrior reservation. Got ya there! As Mr. Arnold Ritt seems to be momentarily at a loss for words during one of tag ' s rap sessions, Katya Idiaquiz waits for his answer to their probing questions. Oh yeah! Says who?! Leading the group in a rallying debate, David Bym explains his point of view while Joanne Lawson and Cynthis Farrow prepare to make their rhetorical comments. Hard at work! Patty Olson, Tina Erb, and Cherly Vosika prepare TAG ' s contirbutions to the Tomahawk. 90 CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONS While applying the final touches, Tricia Waagner reassures Tammy Winegrad that there is nothing to fear; her hair looks great. VlCA ' s lonely flower girl, Sandy Weatherford, blossoms with pride over her work. Unknown was the agony of defeat as Kecoughtan ' s Vocational Industrial Club of America (VICA) strived and succeeded to prepare its members for future jobs and careers. Winning four gold, three silver, and three bronze medals in the March ninth competition at Poquoson High School, VICA members displayed their skills in such fields as cosmetology, extemporaneous speaking, and leadership. Victorious in the Fall Rally, the club had yet another reason to be proud of their work. Job-placement was a major part of VICA. Students were offered opportunities to get a feel for certain careers as well as participating in group activities such as picnics and employee banquets. Through these activities and projects, students and employers alike fostered respect for the dignity of work, promoted high standards in trade ethics, and met a final goal of developing patriotism through knowledge and participation in this nation ' s democracy. If my friends could see me now, comments Rosemary Haley while Sue Coumoyer snips, clips, and twists the tangled mess of hair. CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONS 91 Sounding Knock. . .knock. . .knock. . .! echoed loudly throughout the Hampton City Council Chambers as Mayor Jade Jewett opened a Student Youth Council meeting. Hampton City Council formed the group designed to hear the opinions of students. The Youth Council met the second Tuesday of every month to submit resolutions to the Hampton City Council, discuss current resolutions, and listen to student ideas and opinions. Each high school in Hampton sent two representatives to the Youth Council. There were also representatives from Thomas Nelson Community College and Hampton Institute. Each representative served a two year term during his junior and senior years. Kecoughtan ' s representatives were junior Alfred Crews and senior Jade Jewett, who was elected mayor. Students serving on the Youth Council learned about the functions of the mechanized parts of the city machine. Most important of all, they worked to serve their classmates because the Youth Council was as Jade said, a sounding board for students. Regretting not having learned shorthand, youth council members busily copy down anxious student ' s suggestions for wanton improvements in the city. “And you want curfew extended until what hour? Allowing her expression to speak louder than words, Mayor Jade Jewett quietly listens to relevant city concerns. Science in From the aeronautics involved with airplanes to a career of technical writing, the Science Club investigated the facets within the vast scope of science. Under the advisory but not restraining wing of Mr. Roscoe Barber, the club lent an ear to a lecturer from NASA concerning future careers in science, mainly in engineering. Another major project of the club was a field trip to Langley in order to observe the famous F-15 fighter jet. This excursion provided probably the first and last chance for the students to see and touch $14 million dollars worth of technology and titanimum steel at one time. Even though the Science Club was composed generally of senior physics students, the club was open to all students of any science class. The purpose of the club was to persuade the students to partake in careers dealing with science. Because Mr. Barber believed that students should “run their club, the Science Club of approximately fifty members was guided by president Bill Stewart, Vice-president Chris Caudill, and secretary Elaine Adams. The club met frequently to discuss and investigate all spheres of science. Experimenting with concave and convex mirrors, Chris Thomas offers a reluctant Elaine Adams a look at herself. Providing a quick answer to a member ' s question about the next meeting, Mr. Barber exchanges his knowledge with students while Bill Snyder looks on disinterestedly. Stressing the important reasons for being a member of the Science Club, Mr. Roscoe Barber gesticulates to help him in expressing himself. CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONS 93 No editor and a depleted treasury greeted the Torch, Kecoughtan ' s literary-art magazine, and the only Warrior publication which featured student prose, poetry and artwork. Undaunted, staff members rolled up their sleeves and went to work, first to replenish their treasury, and later to assemble the magazine. At first, bake sales were held to raise money, while newspaper was sold for recycling. The efforts brought in pennies. Later, members launched their most successful fundraiser of the year, the annual candy cane sale. For weeks, members sold “sweet messages to be delivered the day before Christmas vacation. For days, they tied bows, clipped messages to candy canes, and sorted canes into delivery boxes. Amid confusion and excitement, staffers distributed messages to waiting students. Proceeds were an enormous boost to the treasury and helped to defray the inflationary cost of publishing the Torch in the spring. Another difficulty, encountered each year, bothered staff members a great deal; contributions for the magazine trickled in until the very last minute when poems, stories, and artwork came in like a flood. The frantic work of sorting, editing, and proofreading began. Late in the year, a new editor took over. Joy Taggart gathered the small staff together for a few weeks of concentrated work before sending the magazine to the publisher. After an inauspicious beginning, the staff finished the magazine and made it available to students in early June. From a slow start to a flying finish. Torch staffers worked with zeal to produce a truly unique magazine. With the help of staffers Paul Farquharson and Petra Tongret, Mrs. Betty Bragg takes on the onslaught of anxious and greedy students picking up their Torch copies. Creativity Rays Off Nearing the publishing deadlines, Mrs. Betty Bragg helps edit some fresh prospects for poetry for the Torch. 94 CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONS On The Air Since ‘65 Where were you Thursday night at 7:30? Chances are you were tuned in to WHOV FM, the Hampton Institute Radio station, listening to Warrior Tom-Tom. Warrior Tom-Tom has been the official KHS radio show since 1965, and Mrs. Joel Grimm the sponsor, almost ever since. This year, there were twelve programs, each giving news and sports updates, and features of special interest to students. Aside from the radio broadcasts, there were also eight television programs run on Channel 2 entitled “Teen Forum. These were panel discussions on topics concerning teenagers such as crime, drugs and pregnancy. The first two programs were done by a squad of seniors, including Larry Pffeifer, Ellen Clark, Greg McCants and Cathy McCarthy. The other programs were presented by an enthusiastic team of Radio and Television students, sometimes numbering as many as forty. Warrior Tom-Tom will continue next year on the same station at the same time, and much student interest is anticipated. Staring expectantly, Tom-Tom staffers wait for the record player to perform miracles as they listen for the right music to back-up their weather broadcast. Enjoying the rhythm, Larry Pfeiffer catches the beat while Jess Hodges is transfixed to the sound of music which will be part of the feature broadcast. CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONS 95 special Delivery. . . Enduring the annual crunch, staffer Karen Crusberg hands out Tomahawks to impatient Warriors. Governing the yearbook fron the highest point, the table, the Triumvirate advisor Mrs. Sophia Romano, copy editor Jeff Wade and editor Susan Handley adjust a few rungs on the ladder, a blueprint of the yearbook. 96 CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONS gripping his head in frustration, Curt South attempts to compose copy as Mike Moon wearily completes another headline. Stymied in his efforts to crop a picture, Demir Bingol asks the venerable copy editor Jeff Wade for assistance. Room D-6 was a typical classroom on the outside, but appearances were deceiving. For inside that room was a microcosm of high school life, encompassing all races, religions and convictions. Gathered together, the students attempted to reconcile difference of thought and opinion to create imaginative copy, artwork and captions. A nucleus of last year ' s staff remained to carry on the traditions of stubbomess, greed, eccentricity and bickering — the usual ambiance present during the sixth period and after school work sessions. Beginning anew, the Tomahawk chose to change publishing companies. Immediately, confusion ensued, and a xenophobia settled over D-6. It was the fight of tradition versus change, picas versus inches and triplicate versus duplicate. One by one, annual members succumbed to the horrific grid cropper, although a few diehards stood by the mannual cropper. Behind every great work, someone special gives an extra effort. Sponsor, Mrs. Sophia Romano was such a person, cajoling, shouting and literally forcing word for word of copy from the pens of hesitant staffers. She played the roles of typist, critic and negotiator. She also typed every piece of copy — a Herculean task. Problems, like lost copy, unacceptable captions, uncroppable pictures and deadlines to meet were prevalent, but the small band of Warrior prosers trekked onward. With the kind words and guidance of editor Susan Handley and the sometimes cynical but helpful copy editor Jeff Wade (the staff ' s mother and father figures), the yearbook slowly emerged from its embryonic state. As the year of transition ended, yearbook workers agreed that it had not been too difficult, but almost impossible! Congratulations, everyone, it ' s an annual, named TomahawkW In desperation to meet a deadline, Nicole Bergin and Nancy Smith continue with their work, oblivious to all activity around them. CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONS 97 Awareness and Invcdvement Community awareness was the most pronounced theme of the 1978-1979 volume of Tribal Tales, which delved into topics as varied as Hampton ' s professional hockey team and the history and reconstruction of the Chamberlin Hotel. Tribal Tales began its campaign to involve students in the issues of the articles and editorials on the drastic budget cuts imposed on the Hampton School System by its School Board. The staff continued this trend with stories on local entertainment, the fifteenth anniversary of Kecoughtan High School ' s opening, and the rampant dangers of mononeucleosis. Headed by co-editors Larry Pfeiffer and Ellen Clark, the ' 78- ' 79 Tribal Tales staff won twenty-one awards in the annual Daily Press High School Journalism contest and captured its Sweepstakes Award for the largest number of awards given to one school for the second consecutive year. A steady influx of reader response and a determination to present all sides of even the most delicate issues made the 1978-1979 staff a respected and dedicated group of young journalists who truly benefitted not only their school, but the entire community of Hampton. Seeking advice on spelling “energetically” for her sports copy, Donna Hatch consults a puzzled Greg McCants. Glancing over a list of Tribal Tales ' ads, Mrs. Joel Grimm ponders ways to gain more advertisements : for next year ' s edition. ? Discussing the significance of handling scissors properly, David Bym tells an attentive Steve Guion of his past experience with scissors. I 98 CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONS Checking her work with a T-square, Lynda Page puts her all into making sure the headline is straight and accurate. Doubiously contemplating one of her ideas, co-editor, Ellen Clark prepares to work on decisions affecting editorial policy. Adding his bit of constructive criticism about Cyrstol Bell ' s latest work, co-editor Larry Pfeiffer is not to be taken seriously. CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONS 99 Click in the Dark Huddled around the chemicals, dektol and D-76, the figures awaited the final product. From the white void, scenes began to focus-sports events, dances, official functions, and candid moments. All were captured on film by the Tomahawk ' s much needed friends-the photographers. Inhabiting their second home, the dark room, the photographers experienced the laborious tasks as well as the fringe benefits. Led by Bryan Turner, head photographer, and Ravi Dhanavada, aide de camp, they tackled the drudgeries — negative filing, negative rolling and mixing chemicals. Surviving those, they then went on to taking, printing pictures (especially of themselves) and working the enlarger. After school, evenings and lunch periods were spent in the dusky confines. Barricading themselves within, the shutterbugs were hesitant to open their door, even to fellow yearbook workers. Inside, photos covered the walls. Throughout the year, annual staffers often turned up at the door of the veritable fortress, demanding photo reprints on the spot. Eager to soothe the savage beast , instead of playing music, the lads printed pictures and presented them to the vehement staffers. Although besieged by frenzied writers, the picture takers remained unruffled and pursued the task of recording the year in pictures — in a calm fashion! Besieged by an annual staffer ' s demand for reprints, head photographer, Bryan Turner bares his teeth and snarls in response. Examining the newly developed film, Steve Guion prepares to remove the pictures from the rinsing solution, commonly known as H 2 O. Exemplifying the epitome of professional photography, a dignified Ravi Dhanvada inspects his subject prior to taking his picture. 100 CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONS Art Aficionados Instructor Blair Merrick commands attention with the help of a sturdy ruler as “friendly” persuasion while she discusses her fundamentals of mattboard cutting to Art League president Jade Jewett and Mrs. Jean Harrell, a co-sponsor of the league. If you loved art, there were several places in the world you could go to — the Louvre, the Uffizi, the Metropolitan Museum of Art, or you could go to the Kecoughtan Art League. The League was the home for art lovers, regardless if the art was abstract or contemporary. Headed by Mrs. Jean Harrell and Mrs. Cheryl Carter, the Art League participated in events throughout the area. Hosting the first district rally, the students showed off their works to the students of other Hampton high schools. This was not the only way the Art League displayed its work. Some of the members exhibited their works in local art shows, and some of the more confident and accomplished students placed their works in local art galleries. The art show sponsored by the Art League of the Greater Hampton Roads was one of the most popular shows for the sophomore and junior members of the Art League, for it provided a chance for them to exhibit their work at Coliseum Mall. For the seniors, there were scholarship shows and other events which offered them opportunities to exchange ideas and techniques with other participants from area schools. The students from KHS also sold silk-screened valentines, and all proceeds went to a scholarship for an Art League member, who planned on the field of art and who showed need for financial aid. Europe had its famous artists, and one day maybe a member of the Kecoughtan Art League would become a famous artist. Chalking up a six-foot drawing to her credit, Susan Kilduff artfully applies pastels to “gramps” as he rolls home from the grocery. CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONS 101 While Eddie Tignor ponders the candidates for SCA, junior class president James Hicks wonders when Rising higher and higher toward the heavens, the his lunch will arrive, flames of the Football Homecoming bonfire, sponsored by the SCA, dance against the October “Attention Warriors! Have you asked that specie someone to the Mistletoe and Holly Ball?” Reminding sky. students of the upcoming Christmas dance, Wes Witten out one of his duties as SCA chaplain. 102 CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONS Casualty Of Defeat was inevitable. The Student Cooperative Association (SCA) fell victim to a severe case of apathy. Leading the army, president Julie Harding tried to boost the morale and enthusiasm to SCA representatives. Vice-president Carl McColman, treasurer Peggy Powers, secretary Karen Pobanz, chaplain Wes Witten, and parliamentarian Jean Peters posed as majors and colonels and led a valiant lastminute effort to stir the student body away from the foxholes and into action. The enemy, apathy, finally won. War broke out late in the summer of ' 78 with the sophomore orientation program and publication of the handbook. Returning juniors and seniors willingly stepped forward to participate in skits for the assembly as well as guide new students to their classes. Battles two and three came with sophomore elections and Football Homecoming. Both of these battles came to a good conclusion as all offices were filled and homecoming went off without a hitch. Battle four was Basketball Homecoming. Like the three previous battles, victory was acquired as a result of pre-planned strategy by the executive board. This battle concluded with a student body pleased with the success of their efforts. Under the supervision of the SCA, the Inter-Club Council, made of representatives from clubs and organizations to promote cooperation among clubs, attempted to continue its weak resistance against the ememy. Because of teacher complaints that students were absent from class too much, ICC meetings were scheduled after school. However, because the number of clubs was significantly smaller than last year, the enemy In a last minute moment of indecision, Rusty Wertman pauses before stuffing his ballot into the box during SCA elections. War gained an advantage. With fewer clubs and after school meetings, apathy again surged forward. Apathy stuck in the form of poor attendance at SCA meetings. Attendance problems combined with lackadaisical attitudes of some of the officers became a constant strain on battle strategy and hampered student response. Defeat became imminent with the cancellation of a planned dance marathon. Designed to raise money for a new marquee, the marathon fell through because of ill-planning b y its organizer. Executive board members resigned themselves to defeat; apathy had come out on top again. At year ' s end, the defeated army held elections for the new SCA, junior and senior class officers. The number of students signing up to run for offices reached a record low, an indication of apathy ' s final victory. The war was lost; battles ended and apathy abounded. CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONS 103 A look inside of room E-1 gave the viewers a peek behind the DECA scene. Filled with mannequins, scrapbooks, and pamphlets, the DECA room was a busy place. Advisors, Mrs. Virginia Johnson, Mrs. Pam Szynal, and Mr. John Kreimer, commenced the DECA year with the installation ceremony for the executive board. Elected officers were President — Rusty Stewart, Treasurer — Debbie Rowan, Historian — Laurie Nunemaker, and Historian — Rachel Rodriguez. With the holiday spirit in the air, DECA hosted the Christmas Craft Shop in room E-1. In the District Competition, which was held on the Peninsula, Becky Johnson took second place in the Food Service Series and third overall in Food Service at the Master Employees Level. The KHS DECA took Club of the Year. Due to its strong unity and dedicated leadership, DECA was once again very successful. From an overall view of activities and accomplishments earned by the club and its individual members, one can clearly see that it was a busy, hard working organization. During DECA ' s Fall Rally, Robin Tyson and Tom Walton dance the night away. 104 CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONS Compiling a DECA notebook can be tedious, so Denise Brand takes a short break while Rachel Rodriguez finishes arranging her notebook in an orderly fashion. Moving to the latest disco sounds, Michael Robinson and Sandra Barnes provide the audience with two for one — entertainment and fashion. Arranging the merchandise of earrings allows DECA member, Cindy Trott, with a chance to peek through the racks for customers. Modeling pj’s” does not cause Vickie Creekmore any embarrassment as long as she has her furry friend along for security. CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONS 105 L amour de francais Aimez-vous francais? Twice a month, approximately fifteen students gathered in C-13 and discussed various ideas. Sponsored by Mrs. Betsy Kelly, the French Club was involved in several activities. To raise money, members stalked up and down the halls searching for prospective candle buyers. The club also sponsored a trip to Le Charlieu, a French restaurant in Norfolk. Consequently, some students were able to dine on authentic French cuisine for the first time. In December, the Club held a Christmas party, creating a French holiday. Students prepared food from original French recipies and brought the goodies to class for their fellow students to sample. Included on the tasting” menu were French bread. Brie and Camenbert cheeses, chocolate eclairs and quiche lorraine. What a gourmet ' s delight. As the meetings of the Club continued, discussions of future activities were always at the top of the agenda. A love of what was French kept members showing up at meetings. Examining a candle, John Leybold wonders why a Giggling and eating do not mix as Rosie Briggs discovers while enjoying a sample of French cuisine and an candle being sold by the French Club would say American joke at the French Club ' s holiday party. made in Japan. Inspecting the merchandise for defects, Janna Johnson, Mary Bullard and Mrs. Betsy Kelly involve themselves in working on the candle sale project to raise money for French Club activities. 106 CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONS I Best in the Land Confident of his superior prowess and good ' ole Lady Luck ' s favor, Deric Giddens dozes between moves. Eenie, meenie, minni, moe, thinks senior Chris Thomas as he chooses his next piece for movement. Making sure a rook cannot move diagonally, Mr. Arnold Ritt refers to his Official Rules on Chess manual. Into the elusive land of victory, the chess team marched and reigned. Under the guidance of their kings, Mr. Arnold Ritt and Mr. Jerry Castle, the chess team began a session of jousting tournaments to determine the champi¬ ons of the Peninsula. A record of 9-0-1 was the outcome of the tournaments as the chess team excelled well above its competition. Chosen from the pawns in the chess club, the all senior chess team ranked highest among the district ' s ten other competing high schools. Rooks Lee Neuse, rated number one, and Deric Giddens, rated number two, led the team to victory. Rated third and fourth were bishops Chris Thomas and David Phares. Fifth rated knight Chip Hackney and alternate knight David Saunders brought up the rear respec¬ tively. The fate of next year ' s chess team was unknown due to the loss of the en¬ tire team to graduation. CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONS 107 Even though receiving a NHS pin is special, Rita Gillett concentrates more on keeping the pin on her dress rather than in her shoulder. members raised money, collected canned goods for the SCA holiday baskets, and presented speakers to the membership. Doughnut sales at daybreak every Tuesday brought the blues to members who, nevertheless, took pleasure in their enterprises. From the profits supplies for the clinic were bought. In addition, a fifty dollar scholarship was awarded to Garth Wallis for his superior academic standing. Meetings were highlighted with guest speakers such as Mrs. Jackie Harris, associated with the job skills center of the Hampton School Board. She showed that sometimes personalities were a combination of masculine and feminine characteristics. Interested members glimpsed the honors college program at Hampton Institute. Through an informative newsletter, members were spurred into action and learned about upcoming events of the Society. Many thanks were extended to the sponsors, Mrs. Minnie Bembry and Mrs. Evelyn Moore, who were responsible for the new, positive image of the National Honor Society. Cha Creating a new image kept the National Honor Society busy, for in the past, the organization met only for inductions and the picking up of hoods for graduation. However, the blue prints of NHS were altered for 78-79. The Looking up to better things, Sally Lewis and Rick Welsh stand erect while accepting applause for their induction into the National Honor Society. Delivering a speech to those in attendance, Mr. Edward Szetela, former principal of Kecoughtan, tells of the privelege and importance of being inducted into the NHS. 108 CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONS Aspiring Journalists Explaining to Sandie Yamasaki the benefits of being inducted into Quill and Scroll as an honorary member, Susan Handley finally gets her point across. After solemnly accepting a pin and a membership card, the entire group stood to receive applause. They stood straight and tense. When it was all over, smiles spread across their faces. These students were just inducted into the Quill and Scroll, the honor society for aspiring journalists. Inductees represented all three Kecoughtan publications — Tomahawk, yearbook; Tribal Tales, newspaper; Torch, literary-art magazine. Students selected for this honor had worked on one or more school publications. Their duties ranged from writing copy, cropping pictures, laying out pages, taking pictures, and selling ads. After the sponsors of the newspaper (Mrs. Joel B. Grimm) and yearbook (Mrs. Sophia P. Romano) spoke about the students and their contributions, a reception for the new members and their parents began. Cutting cake for hungry Quill and Scroll members and their guests, Anna Morales lends a helpful hand in serving refreshments after the induction ceremony. Attempting not to pinch himself with the sharp pin, Steve Guion proudly dons his Quill and Scroll pin. I CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONS 109 Knights of the Kiva In the tradition of King Arthur ' s noble knights, the Kecoughtan Key Club served numerous tidewater organizations. This circle of cavaliers clad in dress shirts and ties journeyed far and wide to befriend the community. In one instance, with paint pails and cleaning brushes in hand, the fearless youths slayed the dingy walls of the Peninsula Rescue Mission. During the Christmas rush, the Key Clubbers donned their finest armor to hazard the perilous halls of Coliseum Mall to collect money for the Leukemia Foundation; a phenomenal amount of $227.00 was amassed. Deeds deduced and decided upon were debated at the Round Table, alias the Kiva. The knights were directed by Mrs. Sophia Romano. She sponsored the club after others declined. Accompanied by fair maiden Keyettes, the chivalrous Key Clubbers, co-sponsored the successful Mistletoe and Holly Ball. In addition, they sponsored a team of eleven Key Clubbers in March to participate in the Inner Key Club Basketball Tournament held at Menchville High School. The team gaited away with a respectable third place. Whether unfledgingly protecting the weak, or daring to give generous treatment to foes, the knights of the Key Club continued to fulfill their coat of chivalry and the quest for a better community. Making themselves at home, veteran Key Clubbers Chris Hilliard, Jeff Meier, and a lounging Loney Nunnemaker prepare to interrogate the next applicant for the Key Club. Should I clean it up or scrub it down? wonders Bill McKay as he lends a hand at the Peninsula Rescue Mission. Mesmerized by the slow passage of time, Alan Kilgore and David Schiefer impatiently wait for the Key Club meeting to begin. no CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONS Tackling the lighter side of the Key Club, secretary Alfred Crews prepares to demolish his third piece of cake during the refreshments at the induction ceremony. . . . and then explains Bryan Turner to the rest of the foursome, we put the sodium nitrate in the icing as senior Bill McKay finda a quick loss of appetite. I I CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONS 111 With the precision of clock-work, the able-handed Kecoughtan Keyettes got to the point of the matter and mixed a quantity of time and service into their calendars. A handful of experiences spanning a variety of localities appeared constantly, as did the inflow of refreshing new members. A dose of assistance was extended to an assortment of local hospitals. In the course of time, money collections were received for St. Jude ' s Children ' s Hospital, holiday favors were constructed for Mary Immaculate, and the days of the Christmas season were made complete with Christmas gifts for Eastern State Hospital, and carolling at Hampton General. Time passed quickly at the exceptional Virginia School for the Deaf and Blind, as bonds of friendship were formed with young eight and nine year olds. Friendships were also struck with grandmothers who were adopted for the year. Taking a turn toward firsthand encounters which were school oriented, the Keyettes concentrated on a batch of diverse callings. A monthly Careers Weeks was originated which consisted of knowledgeable broadcasts on the public announcement system and the construction of displays on bulletin boards. Round the clock labor was exerted to register a worthy car float at Homecoming, and additionally, tedious hours were extended together with the Key Club to successfully wind-up the Mistletoe and Holly Ball. Assuring that their invaluable memories of service would not be lost in time, the Keyettes put together a scrapbook of reminders. Gradually, their timepiece wound down at the year ' s end, but not before they discovered their strength in numbers. During the surprise birthday party, Mrs. Debra Mortimer samples the treats created in honor of her 20th? . . . 21st? . . . uhhh . . . 22nd birthday, while Mrs. Cheryl Carter remains amused at the unsolved mystery. Taking a break during a lengthy, long winded district meeting, Claire Olsovsky strains to remain lighthearted and in good humor during an assemblage of Keyettes throughout the area. Doing it just as the airlines do, key stewardess and treasurer Mary Edgette prepares her cart to serve tray favors for one of the Keyettes ' many journeys to hospitals. 112 CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONS ] Serving out rations of lemonade, kool-aid, tea, and various other” assorted beverages pleasing to the j palate, co-conspirators, president Arlis Terry and Val Doggett ready refreshments for a cover dish supper to I install new officers and welcome recently inducted members. I Delighting in a bit of grandmother ' s homemade edibles, Anne Yuengert and Becky Sturk find that there ' s ] standing room only while at the Keyettes adopted grandmother ' s home. 1 CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONS 113 114 ACADEMICS AND FACULTY Every student at Kecoughtan brought questions asked in literature courses to the school his own individuality and and on controversial current issues in the variety of shields worn by the social studies. Moreover, the exchange students helped make high school a of ideas between teachers and students meaningful experience for all. and between individual students Equipped with their individual shields, created a close-knit learning seniors, juniors, sophomores and new atmosphere. Whether challenged students entered their respective creatively in an English class or by the classrooms a little apprehensively, tough college level Calculus course, happy to be with friends but not quite Warriors met these challenges and ready to return to the routine of obtained better understanding of the schoolwork. Each individual ' s tremendous world surrounding them, academic needs were met through the Donning their individualized shields, variety of courses offered, such as the the students, the lifeblood of KHS, more practical business courses. With grew in the knowledge of facts and in its veteran teaching staff, Kecoughtan the opinions of others. At year ' s end underwent another fine academic year they added new symbols to their in ' 78-79. The students ' shields helped shields, depicting their increased enhance the classroom experience as knowledge and greater dreams gained each student was called upon to express during the year at Kecoughtan. his personal ideas on profound ACADEMICS AND FACULTY 115 A calm, cool and collected manner was the basic necessity for the administrators to ensure survival without acquiring a case of insanity. Executing a job that would have distressed the best of men, they maintained a smooth and efficient learning institution with a cooperative effort extended by faculty and students. Twenty-five years of teaching and administrating on all levels prepared Principal Harry B. Dyche with the experience needed to perform his duties. Much of his work demanded his after school hours as well as precious weekends, when he would have rather been on the golf course chasing that ball which was said to have eluded him much of the time. Throughout the school day, Mr. Dyche combed the halls, dropped in on classes, and intermingled with students. Conversing with students was an enjoyable experience, for the students had a true sense of honesty to tell you like it is. Coordinating with Mr. Dyche were three assistant principals: Robert Croft, Walter T. Jones, and Larry Waddell. Supervising the overall curriculum and academics of all departments was Mr. Croft. Conversing with department chairmen to smooth out teacher schedules which encompassed courses to be taught, by whom, at what time, and in which room, was a job which required competency and efficiency. Mr. Walter T. Jones directed the general administration of building and school equipment. At the onset of the year, he spent much time in the halls assisting frustrated students whose lockers were jammed, or who could not operate such a complicated piece of modern technology. In charge of student affairs, extracurricular activities, and the direction of the athletic department was Mr. Waddell. Ties with club sponsors, coaches and the Student Council Association were established through close collaboration. An intense interest in ensuring smooth execution of school functions led Mr. Waddell to spend much of his time at extra-curricular functions such as football games and wrestling matches. Harboring great faith in the students and faculty-student relationships provided for an excellent learning and social atmosphere. This attitude was a blessing which allowed the administration to utilize time which was essential to delve into other dilemmas. Wondering what he got himself into this time, Mr. Larry Waddell grimaces as he turns over his hand to Dawn Carter for a manicure during DECA-VICA Demonstration Day. 116 ACADEMICS AND FACULTY =If ¥ii¥©ill With a look of sheer disbelief, Toni Veltere and Tina Bentley are dumbfounded at Mr. Dyche ' s request for Titelest golf balls. We ' re in heaven! Mr. Harry Dyche, Mr. Robert Croft and Mr. Walter Jones are on cloud nine observing the angels of KHS amble down B-hall. ! ACADEMICS AND FACULTY 117 Annual report from the lifeship Colony Kecoughtan: things flew along fairly smoothly throughout the year. There were problems, but the maintenance-guidance personnel were able to repair multitudes of perplexing predicaments that soared into their path. Commendation for a combined effort was decided upon for this resourceful department. Outstanding was its leader, Mrs. Jane Price, who signed aboard Kecoughtan in 1968. Invaluable to the function of the department, she assisted the crew of the ship with their problems, and helped prepare them to go onto lifeships of higher learning. Mrs. Price occupied her spare time with social and craft work. Other members in the maintenance-guidance department performed their duties with amazing skill. A favorite among the squad was Mrs. Alma Luck, who joined the craft five years ago. She worked well in the department as acting specialist on one to one relationships with the crew members. Outside of crew duties, she enjoyed baking cookies and journeying to New York City to see Broadway productions. Another popular hardworking member was Mr. Harold Parrish. On Kecoughtan for seven years, he adapted a straightforward, understanding manner with a concentration of his time spent upon financial aid. His hobbies included sports, especially fishing and basketball. Additional members of the crew aided in guidance, while particularizing in separate, exclusive endeavors. Mr. Arnold Ritt managed arrangements for individuals to attend the Governor ' s School for the Gifted and sponsored the Chess Club. Co-sponsoring the National Honor Society, were Mrs. Evely Moore and Mrs. Minnie Bembry. In addition, Mrs. Bembry coordinated scholarship information. Deserving the credit presented to them, the personnel of the department was solely responsible for the smooth guiding of the lifeship Colony Kecoughtan. Demonstrating to John Leybold the ropes of choosing from a variety of courses, Mrs. Minnie Bembry assists another of the many Warriors who require scheciule changes. While Carolyn Reynolds waits for her pass to return to class, Mrs. Jane Price winds up their discussion about the number of courses required for graduation. 118 ACADEMICS AND FACULTY Concentrating on a difficult schedule change, Mr. Harold Parrish succeeds in figuring out how to correct another of the many conflicts in a student ' s schedule. Helping students through counselling is not the only job of Mrs. Alma Luck; she also aids students in finding part time employment through the Job Placement Program. Typing her way through school, Mrs. Evelyn Moore takes care of a fraction of her counselling paperwork. ACADEMICS AND FACULTY 119 V Reading over Mrs. Beatrice Grimmer ' s shoulder, Mr. Larry Waddell gets a sneak preview at the principal ' s report that she is proof-reading. hi !! Secretary for the Guidance Department, Mrs. Gladys Hardrath finds that a secretary ' s work is never done. Although the celebrational sounds of ringing, clicking, buzzing and alternately loud and soft voices constantly were heard, there was no party scene in the vicinity of Kecoughtan ' s party of three principal secretaries. Maintaining organization, Beatrice Grimmer, Betsy Storey, and Gladys Hardrath performed the chief functions necessary for smooth continuation of daily proceedings. Personal secretary to Principal Harry B. Dyche, Mrs. Grimmer coordinated administration appointments, answered limitless student and teacher questions. She was also responsible for the perfect baccalaureate and graduation programs. Mrs. Storey, the prime receptionist in the main office, received a constant barrage of inquiries on the phone lines and organized attendance data. Although the work was perpetual, she managed to enjoy the company of inflowing students, remain calm, and make everyone feel welcome to ask questions. An additional dedicated worker was the guidance secretary, Mrs. Hardrath. Her job entailed compiling complete data for the entire student body. Tedious hours of coordinating counselor appointments, preparing college transcripts, and distributing class rank made the lengthy days pass quickly. Functioning as part of the school machinery, these three secretaries put in polished performances throughout the entire year. Remaining separate in duties and roles, but equal and united in expended energy and hours, this trio executed their somewhat odd beat daily to the familiarity of those party sounds and business demands. A student aide can be invaluable, and Nancy Seitz proves it as she lends a helping hand to Mrs. Betsy Storey in the main office. (] k I Large transaction! Rick Payne looks on a Cindy Madison engages the services of Sherri Childress and Audrey Dorman in the purchase of valentine candy. Keeping ahead of all the work required of her, Mrs. Alese Evans works on the Fund Ledger. Well-stocked with their most popular items, the bookstore is ready for another between class attack. If you were hungry for a snack and lunch was yet to come; if you were in need of a ballpoint pen for your test the next period, and all your friends had spares which wrote in red, green, and purple; if you were the treasurer of a club and its members were requesting a report, and your last ledger entry balanced at negative $100.00 . . . where could you have found relief? In these instances, the unanimous response would have been the bookstore, which catered to the multiple needs of students while curiously storing no books. For many students, the ringing of the bell signifying the end of class was the sounding of a battle charge to hurriedly bound to the bookstore. With Mrs. Alese Evans manning her work station, and Sherrie Childress, Toni Veltre, DeeDee Stietenroth and others acting as student aides, the daily transactions of sales, bookwork for clubs and organizations, check writing and money deposits, flowed smoothly. Profits attained were used to buy school necessities. One of the major changing factors which eased the confusion often encountered in previous years, was the removal of various sales sponsored by clubs and classes. These sales were transferred to the cafeteria which allowed easier, less crowded access for the majority of students. With a reduction in the number of students making pitstops into the bookstore, there were many sighs of relief from Mrs. Evans which were echoed in the voices of the student aides. ACADEMICS AND FACULTY 121 Stopping to ponder over how many times she has processed new material, Ms. Bette Bishop begins the tedious task once again. Looking for sources of revenue. Miss Nancy Spain sorts through the cards for overdue books of unsuspecting contributors. Explaining the intricate new video cassette machine to new student aides, Mr. Lloyd Thomas stresses that the machine is very expensive, and requires tender love and care. To have a wide expanse of literature tempting her and lying within arm ' s reach, and no time to read, one of her favorite hobbies, was the irony of head librarian Miss Nancy Spain ' s job. Professing her love for the variety found in her job. Miss Spain specifically identified the tasks of ordering magazines, books, audio-visual supplies, and other materials, the processing of new items, and the tedious time-consuming job of tracing overdue books. During her leisure hours. Miss Spain retreated to her home at Buckroe Beach. Enjoying boating, sailing, and swimming, and vacationing in North Carolina during the summer months provided Miss Spain with a well-rounded year. However, it was evident that her work life was equally enjoyable to her, providing an endless supply of new books, and constant contact with friendly students. Operating the separate audio-visual division of the library was Mr. Lloyd Thomas. Experiencing his third year at Kecoughtan, Mr. Thomas settled into his duties which included the maintenance of sound filmstrips, tapes and albums, and the cataloging, labeling, and identifying of these items. Many new additions were added prior to, and during the year. Among the new additions were a microfilm reader printer valued at five thousand dollars, a t housand microfilm pieces, audio-visual carts, and projectors. Protection of the items valued at over $100,000 was furthered by the installation of solid doors to totally enclose the library area for after school security. With his time divided between two jobs, two classes at Madison University, and a wife and two children, Mr. Thomas nevertheless managed to be proficient in his work load. To have the dedication and enthusiasm to get the job done well, and postpone pleasurable meals of fiction, television, plays, music and tapes contained within their stocks, was a credit to both librarians. Furthermore, their jobs provided them with an incentive to continue to absorb contemporary literature and current events. 122 ACADEMICS AND FACULTY It ' s beginning to look like Christmas! Relaxing after a long day of wading through absentee excuses, Mrs. Shirley Booth exhibits her hand-crafted tree ornaments. I forgot to turn off the water in the bathtub, and the house flooded.” I was out chasing someone else ' s house. Hello, I ' m calling from Tennessee. The engine of my car just fell out. These were just a few of the jewels students actually tried to pass off as tardy and absent excuses to Coach Ben Rich, Kecoughtan ' s Dean of Boys. Coach Rich, or Uncle Ben, as he sometimes was affectionately called, had the tremendous task of verifying the daily barrage of absence and early dismissal excuses from the male populace at Kecoughtan. Some of the phonies were easy to spot. One boy lost four grandmothers in three years. A dean ' s responsibilities, however, entailed more than just handling absences. Mrs. Shirley Booth, Dean of Girls, coordinated homework assignments and homebound instruction for students restricted to their homes due to illness or family tragedy. In addition, Mrs. Booth voluntarily supervised the early morning detention class each day. Together, both deans helped students with special problems, helped locate runaways, and handled minor discipline problems. Mrs. Booth referred to these duties as crisis counseling. Obviously, Kecoughtan ' s deans had their work cut out for them. Unlike the Guidance Office, their offices did not run on an appointments system. We saw people whenever the need arose, stated Mrs. Booth, adding, no two days were alike. To escape from the tensions and frustrations of their work. Coach Rich and Mrs. Booth pursued activities outside KHS. Coach Rich, a sports enthusiast, enjoyed refinishing furniture, fishing with his family, and working in church activities. Mrs. Booth, active in crafts, spent her f ree time sewing, crocheting, making Christmas ornaments, and hunting for interesting rocks. One more time — did your car get hit by the firetruck before you got two flat tires or after you hit the school bus? queries Dean of Boys, Mr. Ben Rich, as he hears another excuse. ACADEMICS AND FACULTY 123 y©b Knowing that no job is finished until the paper work is complete, Mr. Bruce Johnson tears the final piece of paper in half. Ease on down, ease on down the hall . . . Mr. Berook Green makes a last check of the hall as he finishes sweeping. Did you ever wonder while leaving a pep rally who was going to clean up all the balloons and shredded paper? Did you ever stop to think before you threw an orange at an unsuspecting passerby who was going to mop up the mess if you missed? And did you ever speculate about who wiped the bathroom walls clean of those catchy rhymes, hot bits of gossip, and promising telephone numbers? Chances are you didn ' t. The answer, of course, was the custodians. Pulling either the 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. day shift or the 2:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. night shift, they constantly battled the quick witted graffiti poets and demented vandals. Shamefully, they got little appreciation and much discouragement. Although Kecoughtan had little true aesthetic appeal, without the labors of the custodians, it would have been uninhabitable. According to Head Custodian Robert L. Callis, who had been at KHS for three years and enjoyed the school, the biggest headache was still the never-ending broken lights, windows, and plumbing fixtures. Summing it all up, vandalism was the root of all the custodians ' problems. However, Mr. Rufus Murphy, who worked the night shift, felt that vandalism had declined since the previous year. Maybe there was a glimmer of hope after all. On those occasions when you zeroed in on a poor soul with an apple slice, or showered your friends with confetti at a pep rally, or described your history teacher on the bathroom walls, it might have been a good idea to remember who was going to have to clean up after you. 124 ACADEMICS AND FACULTY Two young soldiers were in an unusually silent battlefield. Treading their way back to camp, one came upon a locked box. Upon opening the rectangular compartment, he knew the contents (books, rulers, pens) would be valuable ammunition for upcoming wars. In a hurry not to be absent from the commander ' s roll call, the soldier caught his hand in the closing door. Wounded, he made his way to the installation ' s clinic. In charge of healing bruised and battered Warriors, Mrs. Myra Hastings assisted the soldier to a seat and proceeded to dress the injured hand. While the patient recuperated, Mrs. Hastings continued her work detail. Telephoning weakened Warriors unable to travel to the battlefront, Mrs. Hastings assisted Mrs. Shirley Booth with absent students. This task completed, Mrs. Hastings began researching the troop ' s shot records. An all out immunization program began and ended when the last shot record was updated and refiled. By late afternoon, Mrs. Hastings had successfully impersonated several officers and joined the ranks of counselors, mediators, psychiatrists and friends to better fit the needs of individual patients. Hearing the welcomed sound of taps, the troops and their leaders marched home. General of Healing, Mrs. Hastings smiled with satisfaction as another day at the battle ended in success. What a marvelous invention, the telephone! Mrs. Myra Hastings talks with a homebound student about his return to the regular classroom. ACADEMICS AND FACULTY 125 Travelling along the slopes of Interstate 64, students were confronted with demanding courses presented to them by the KHS Math Department. Many pupils turned at the first fork in the road which led to the essential elements of math. Here the basic properties were learned in such courses as From Fingers to Computers and Math for Living. At the next intersection, Warriors were instructed in the fundamentals of Consumer Math. The course. Owner-ship of Property and Taxes, aided prospective business tycoons by applying the business concepts of banking and taxes within a math class. After transversing several potholes in the road, the students came to a Y-intersection. General Math was to the left and the tougher honors or college preparatory courses were down the right fork. If general math was the route chosen, the students decided between the bumpy trails of Algebra and Geometry. The rugged path to advanced courses was surrounded by the foothills of Trigonometry, the Math Analysis Mountain, and, the seemingly insurmountable Mount Calculus. To reach academic success in these courses, the KHS math geniuses had to scale the respective courses and their requirements. Despite the various areas covered, each course presented challenges, although the ultimate route was determined by a student ' s initiative, potential, and sense of direction. I ' ve got to finish! thinks Demir Bingol as he races against the clock to complete his geometry assignment in less than five minutes. Enjoying a bit of mathematical humor, Tim Powell attempts to re-focus his attention on the day ' s Math Analysis lesson. Expressing less than enthusiastic pleasure, Tim Lehman and Laura Meier copy down their mathematics assignment of three pages. Computing the best way to escape the low points of math class, Gail Moses leafs through a plant book Appearing to be a dedicated student completing his Math Analysis homework, during Computer Math class. Larry Caison perfects his doodling techniques. ACADEMICS AND FACULTY 127 This was a three year voyage through the universe of Kecoughtan. We were on a mission to investigate rumors of an invasion. As we stopped off at the different galaxies of Science, Art and English, nothing was amiss. Now we entered the Math galaxy to check on the different worlds there. Our first stop was Algebra, where we paid attention to two well-known instructors. Miss Zelma Lockley and Mr. Erich Downing. Profile on Miss Lockley: taught Algebra I and II. Diverted time with arts and crafts. Profile on Mr. Downing: also taught Algebra I and II. Maintained the position of head waiter and bartender at Horne ' s. Also established on planet Algebra was Mr. Gary Merryfield. Profile on Mr. Merryfield: Instructed Algebra I and II, then commuted to Trigonometry to teach other advanced human beings. Passed time with an interest in cars, planes, and sports. As we observed the teaching and learning taking place, all seemed to proceed well. Next we moved on to the planet Geometry. Stationed there was a real rebel, a Mrs. Martha Tarkenton. Profile on Mrs. Tarkenton: Taught Geometry. Also was a housewife and mother. Oh, no! This was all 1 could take. This was where the invasion of insanity was taking place!! It must be stopped! Help . . . Don ' t worry; it was not really a math invasion, although some would like anything to liven up their math classes. Even if it was not as exciting as blowing up your lab partner in Chemistry, you needed Math as a guiding star to steer by for the voyage through the galaxy of life. Gazing beyond the walls of the classroom, Mr. Gary Merryfield appears to be daydreaming about his lifetime plans to build an airplane. Disapproval marks the face of Mr. Erich Downing as he discusses the frequent tardies and absences in his i General Math class. ' While explaining a factoring problem at the blackboard, Mrs. Peggy Winston stresses a point in the algebra lesson. Scanning a few Math Analysis tests, Mrs. Mary McFarland puzzles over the low jscores cluttering her gradebook. Looking intently at her students ' grades, Miss Zelma Lockley adds up the homework scores for a final average. ACADEMICS AND FACULTY 129 Adhering to the adage Variety is the spice of life, Kecoughtan ' s English Department offered numerous and varied courses — from Modern Grammar to enrichment courses such as Acting Characters. Certain courses experienced a tremendous surge of popularity. It was standing room only in the Good and Evil class as students sat on tables and stood to study works of literature and art and their biblical references or counterparts. Composition for College was flooded by seniors eager to improve and refine writing skills in preparation for college. All students were required to complete two courses in the language area, three each in the literature and composition sections in order to graduate. Schedules were often juggled to accomodate student requests. Some students, from their sophomore year, looked forward to Independent Study, a cou rse that entailed the development and presentation of a project that dealt with some phase of the humanities. Many Warriors enriched their vocabulary through Word Power, and learned to reason logically in Clear Thinking. Indeed, no matter what courses they enrolled in. Warriors were assured of learning many fascinating facets of English. Happy that one of her students has completed successfully a book report, Ms. Jackie Turner smiles to herself with satisfaction. Forming a barricade, Donna Rose, Julie Patterson and Debra Staton begin yet another bout of reading anc writing. 130 ACADEMICS AND FACULTY Varying greatly from the hum-drum classroom routine, students in Creative Writing express their true “selves” with the aid of their masks. Chronicling the day ' s happenings, Alicia Green keeps a secret journal in order to preserve the memorable events in her life. Whoa, Nellie! What light through yonder window breaks — no, wrong play!” A scene from Shakespeare ' s A Midsummer Night ' s Dream is brought to life by players Carl McColman and Peter Slusar. ACADEMICS AND FACULTY 131 Not sure a bout her grades, a student confers with Mrs. Polly Butler about her average for the nine weeks. 132 ACADEMICS AND FACULTY - mfmm wmk Reciting a soliloquy from Shakespeare ' s Julius Caesar, Mrs. Alberta Boyd stresses the key phrases to her class. Exercising a bit of magic, the wizards authoritatively conjured-up English opportunities of high academic excellence which enchanted apprentice students. For those already learned in various aspects of English-craft, the wonder workers dared to cast a spell upon their captivated audience which magnetically uprooted students second sight, refining their skills. The varied curriculum, designed to afford students with the greatest educational channels possible, was only exceeded by the highly trained administrators who taught it. Hosting a field of seventeen, the English Department sprinkled light upon portented academic hardships that would be encountered in college level labor. In addition to assigned teaching duties, many of the English teachers spread their responsibilities outside the department. Dually pledging herself to the massive yearbook task and Key Club was Mrs. Sophia Romano. Sponsoring the Torch, a literary-art magazine, was Mrs. Betty Bragg, while Mrs. Joel Grimm carried the burden of Kecoughtan ' s newspaper. Tribal Tales and the school radio show. Warrior Tom-Tom. Dividing her days in both the English and Social Studies departments was Mrs. Evelyn Dawkins. Being the largest department in the school posed additional problems for the English leader, Mr. Garland Wesson, but who seemed to arrive at workable solutions by waving his mystical knowing wand. Together with Mr. Wesson, the conjurers fused their thoughts and exorcised major dilemmas. Eyeing the class in disbelief, Mrs. Alease Gant is astounded at the new rules for composing paragraphs Thumbing through her class quizzes, Mrs. Evelyn Oliver smiles with that her students invent. approval at the unusually high scores. ACADEMICS AND FACULTY 133 Confronted with a variety of courses in four areas — Biology, Chemistry, Physiology, and Physics — students found that science was no picnic if one wished to pass. The sophomores picked up this idea very quickly in Biology upon meeting face to face with a formal lab write-up. After the initial shock, they realized the joys of prodding paramecia, distilling grape juice and feeding chameleons. In chemistry the temptation to do little “no-no ' s lurked around every lab table. Behind all the fun and games, however, were the future world ' s scientists hard at work, performing experiments, concocting chemicals, recording results, writing reports, and studying for tests. Dissecting was easier than trying to put an animal back together. This was Physiology! Students also met the science department ' s pet skeleton, affectionately named Matilda. In general, the class studied what makes living things tick, from planaria to people. In Physics students were introduced to what makes things go up, down, and all around. Classes worked with sound (as if the school needed more of it); light, and the powers of electricity and heat. Nobody got zapped, but sometimes the teachers wondered who was trying to do what. Anyone walking near F hall might be assailed with strange lights, noises, and smells — this meant science students were hard at work (most of the time.) Explaining a broken microscope slide to Mrs. Virginia Hawkins, sophomore Charles Keatts blames it on the wiggly paramecia. A human unicycle in the Physics room? Senior Mike Moon thinks it is an interesting idea as he studies inertia firsthand. 134 ACADEMICS AND FACULTY What did you say was in here — calcium hydro who?” asks senior Debbie Edwards of junior Mary Edgette during a chemistry experiment. Striving to prevent a small explosion during their lab, juniors Jimmy Livesey and Tim O ' Conner make careful measurements VERY carefully. It ' s not likely that junior Jack Thomasson is setting up this experiment to prove whether or not a new bride can boil water. ACADEMICS AND FACULTY 135 It seems to me, Mrs. Maggie Oliver explains, “that twelve tests with identical wrong answers is mighty suspicious.” Putting the final touches on correcting a lab report, Mrs. Debra Mortimer sighs as she finds that another student believes that four times five is nine. When I was young, Mr. Leonard Thomas jokes, “we didn ' t have calculators. We could count on our fingers faster than the eye could follow. 136 ACADEMICS AND FACULTY ©if Tossing and turning in discomfort, the sleepy, heavy-eyed engineer was to have another of many restless, dream-filled nights. “What! groaned the perturbed engineer. Opening his eyes, he saw an amorphous specter towering over him. Slowly, the specter leaned toward the engineer and touched a cool, damp finger to his forehead, sending him falling back through space and time. Upon descending, the engineer found himself standing in a deserted hallway. The specter hovered at his side, pointing ominously into a room. Peering into the room, the engineer recognized his past biology teacher, Mrs. Virginia Hawkins, who was standing beside a small figure introducing a science lab. Seeing her stirred memories of her patience as in the time she explained genetics to him over and over until he understood. He recalled her speaking of her love for sewing and crocheting, and also her earlier years as a math teacher. Turning around, the engineer saw the specter drifting toward another door. Once again, the specter silently pointed threateningly into a classroom. Daring to look in, the engineer saw Mrs. Maggie Oliver, his former chemistry teacher. He recalled her fondness for teaching and how she always worked diligently for those who had trouble. He could even remember the various places where she had taught: Delaware, South Carolina, and Washington, D.C. The shadow touched him on his shoulder and motioned toward another door. Inside, the engineer saw Colonel Roscoe Barber, his one time physics teacher sitting on a desk. As always, he was talking about golf to explain a problem. The engineer remembered the evening he had spent at the colonel ' s house receiving both extra help and old army stories. Mysteriously, the engineer felt something icy touching his forehead. Again, he felt himself spinning and falling, until he was tossed back into his bed, with the specter towering above. Words of praise for his science teachers were streaming from lips. Then, suddenly shaken from his world of illusion to one of reality, he looked up to find that he was talking to himself; the specter had silently and mystically disappeared. Grimacing as a student interrupts her lecture, Mrs. Anne Tucker wonders how any one person can need to be excused for the clinic four times in 55 minutes. Finding that averaging semester grades causes as much heartburn for the teacher as it does heartache for the students, Mrs. Adgeline Hill wearily continues to compute. ACADEMICS AND FACULTY 137 Unaccustomed to a deviation from normal class routine, Donna Hulton and John Leybold enjoy sampling French pastries. “Have an affair with a foreign language, announced a bumper sticker in the language office. Heeding its advice, Warriors enrolled in foreign language classes. Whether they prepared for future careers in the diplomatic corps, strived to fulfill college entrance requirements, or worked to gain a better understanding of the world around them, students enjoyed wide opportunities for study in French, Spanish, German or Latin. Fortunately, Kecoughtan offered a maximum of five years study in French and Spanish, and three years in German and Latin. In addition to learning the individual languages, students participated in a variety of cultural experiences such as folk-dances and fiestas. Spanish students gained a special chance to “try their hands at speaking the language while conversing with the exchange student Maria Saravia of El Salvador. Teacher interests were as diverse as the languages. Mrs. Judith Williamson, department chairman and German teacher, wanted to be an interpreter before entering teaching. In her spare time she enjoyed singing at church and swimming as well as caring for her children. An avid skier, Mrs. Nan Jordan decided to teach Spanish after discovering she had a talent for languages. She has travelled to Spain and Mexico where she utilized her command of Spanish. Itinerant Latin teacher, Mrs. Joyce Frazier liked to read and sing when she was not teaching or devising lesson plans. She taught two morning classes at Phoebus, then rushed to Kecoughtan for two afternoon classes. Epitomizing the typical outdoorsperson. Miss Tyla Matteson, French and Spanish teacher, enjoyed “getting back to nature by hiking and biking on local trails, and skiing. A new homeowner, she also dabbled in interior decorating and refinishing furniture. Although opinions and personalities differed, both teachers and students spent a profitable year having “a foreign language affair. 138 ACADEMICS AND FACULTY Hoping to postpone their French test, Mark Sentman and Mehul Shah contemplate the unlikely possibility of an April snow-storm over the weekend. Wait! Wait! Before leaving for the assembly, let ' s at least finish the dialogue. Emphatically gesturing, Mrs. Judith Williamson attempts to delay the inevitable departure of her German students. No toga parties! Listing ideas for Foreign Language Week, Mrs. Joyce Frazier vetoes a student ' s idea for a true Latin party. It ' s French Club candle time. While carefully filling Kathy Bruce ' s order for 100 green candles, Mrs. Betsy Kelly hopes the French Club will make a sizeable profit. ACADEMICS AND FACULTY 139 What is the Third World? Amherst Project? Contemporary Political Issues? The Social Studies Department examined these and other aspects as they instructed students in history and government. Juniors explored phases of American History. Survey courses encouraged students to seek facts about historical events, ranging from early colonists to the Kennedy assassination. Students, desiring to dig deeper into historical events, enhanced their knowledge by probing the validity of historical events in Amherst. Facts concerning political documents were revealed to juniors in US Documents and Foreign Policy. Seniors investigated candidates for the US Senate and House of Representatives and the workings of the Congress as a whole during their Political Decision Making classes. Although most of the students were not old enough to vote, many of them audited political issues by working on various campaigns. During the second semester, students pursued material concerning specialized subjects such as communism and political parties. Regardless of their interests, students acquired knowledge of US History and Government. Classes helped students search, question and test historical and political issues in order to better understand the issues and their political efficacies. One, two, three, kick . . . it ' s the campaign hop! Campaign workers David Simm and Nancy Seitz take time out from the polls for a moment of relaxation. Are these future Supreme Court judges? Seniors Larry Barker, Arlis Terry, Karen Williams and David Phares discuss a government group project concerning the judicial system. Another southern tradition is to put dunce caps on all smiling peanuts . . . Junior Dorothy Lawrence portrays a southern belle as she presents her history project on the southern colonies. Explaining the causes of the Spanish-American War, Miss Mary Ball reviews her American History students for an upcoming test. Struggling to correctly spell the names of Chinese leaders, government students Robert Alcott and Loney Nunemaker take notes on the relationship between the United States and China. iiini That wasn ' t funny 1 Snickering to himself, Larry Caison seems to be the only one enjoying his joke during government class, as Chris Hilliard and Bill Pell question his humor. Glancing at his Civil War essay for the last time before turning it in, Tom Quick enjoys a private joke with Mrs. Wanda Blelloch during the Survey of American History class. ACADEMICS AND FACULTY 141 Who are these people who smiled while assigning a research paper, grinned while discussing internationals news, and laughed at an exam? Were they psychopaths? Sophomores? Lunatics? No, they were just ordinary social studies teachers. During the day, Mr. Revis Conrad pretended to be an ordinary teacher, grading papers, listening to news presentations, and giving fun lectures. However, by night he threw away this disguise, crept to the basketball court, and became . . . Super Assistant Coach! Away from school, he spent his time body surfing, swimming, fishing and refinishing furniture. From 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., Mrs. Normal Seals worked to inform students of their United States history. When the final bell rang, she became . . . Senior Class sponsor! While wracking her brain to find a site for the prom, she helped to prepare the Miss KHS pageant. At home, her time was filled with reading, sewing and playing the piano. Teaching Amherst, Mrs. Wanda Blelloch filled her days with research assignments on the Civil War, but her nights were reserved for her husband and four year old son. She also found time to relax with needlework. The people who spent their days instructing social studies at Kecoughtan were much more than teachers. They were coaches, sponsors, mothers, fathers, and piano players. They were dedicated people who worked to make learning an enjoyable experience for their students. Astonished at the high salaries of America ' s congressmen, Mrs. Joyce Ellingsworth while arranging his notes for class, Mr. Bill Cawley discovers that wishes that her salary was just half as big. preparing for a lecture can be confusing. ( 1 142 ACADEMICS AND FACULTY Not everyone takes his work seriously all the time, as Mr. Joe Hagy illustrates by finding something amusing in an account of World War II. Are you serious? A skeptical Mr. Soloman Wesley is not quite sure if he believes the students ' responses. ACADEMICS AND FACULTY 143 Climbing the ladder of success should be an effortless task for graduates of the Business Education classes. The students who passed these courses found that success was one rung closer to them than that of students who excluded these courses from their curriculum. The base of the business ladder consisted of three non-vocational courses offered to all classes, which were Business Typing, Consumer Problems, and Business and You. These three courses were taught by Mrs. Joan Blank, Mrs. Peggy Becouvarakis, and Mrs. Nancy Shrout. Reaching up to the next rung, the students arrived at the vocational foothold. This step-up consisted of the classes Clerk Typist, Bookkeeping, Shorthand and Business Law. This level, offered only to juniors and seniors, was taught by such office-hands as Mrs. Shrout, Mrs. Judy McPherson, and department head, Mr. Ira Warner. With the top of the ladder in sight, seniors strived in their final year to attain success by finishing the remaining vocational business courses with a passing grade. These top-notch courses included Office Services, Work Experience, second year Stenography, and second year Business Data Processing. The teachers of these highly rated classes were Mrs. Joyce Mitchell and Mrs. Judy McPherson. This ascent up the ladder of success was not an easy climb, but for the graduates of the Business Education courses, climbing the ladder was a simple task. Can I quote you on the fact, or is it strictly off the record?” inquires Susan Sales as she interrogates a business partner accused of carrying on extra-curricular activities?! Cleaning the copy maching in the Business Department, Mr. Ira Warner wonders if there is an easier way to keep the machine in working order. . . . economic theory relating to the erudition of Keyne ' s interpretation of the desuatude . . . ? Trying to decipher his assignment in Business Law, Alonzo Smith finds his efforts fluctuating as his concentration wanes. Grimacing with joy and surprise, Mrs. Peggy Becouvarakis gladly interrupts her typing class for juniors to deliver roses. To emphasize a point, Mrs. Judy McPherson attempts to grasp the ladder of success while lecturing to her Clerk Typing class. While dictating to her steno class, Mrs. Joyce Mitchell reminds her students to date every letter in preparation for an upcoming dictation test. ACADEMICS AND FACULTY 145 Intently trying to finish, Linda Muir marvels at her dream house that she has been laboring over for some time. Wood-ivorking his way through class, David Boone smooths down the leg of a table to be. Laughing at a creative mistake, Victor Watson hurries to correct what appears to be a building with a tail. 146 ACADEMICS AND FACULTY B ' i 1 . bQ Sm Adjusting the vise to properly fit his piece of wood, Mike Griffith prepares for another work day in shop. Hidden in the back halls of KHS, America ' s future great metal workers, carpenters, and architects diligently worked to achieve perfection. They found that perfection did not come easily. It took erasing, erasing, and more erasing. I should know — I am an eraser. Just the thought makes my nose ache. Every day, the students use a hundred times to erase crooked lines, lop-sided circles, and deformed triangles. Then they thro w me into a comer. They would rather use fancy triangles, T-squares, tack pins, and lead pointers. Whenever they make a mistake, they become angry and rub my face to shreds. Sometimes they do not even have the mercy to use an eraser shield. Some days I am ignored for a long time while they use the machine lathe, bandsaw and drill press. The only times I have a vacation are when Mr. Wellington Saecker or Mr. Aaron Gibson accidentally slip me into his pocket. Mr. Saecker takes me camping, fishing and hunting. When I am with Mr. Gibson, I get a rare day in the sun while he gardens and golfs. Even though working in the Industrial Arts department is not the worst job in the world, I look forward to my retirement. Then 1 will be able to save face with my friends and get a distinguished job, maybe I will become the principal ' s official eraser. Resigned to the fact that the perfect piece of wood does not exist, Craig Burchett reaches for a scrap 2x4 to Listening to his classmate explain the possibility of being able to fit a 5x7 object into a 3x5 space, Jimmy clamp in the vise. Absher jokingly agrees. ACADEMICS AND FACULTY 147 Keeping her eyes shut while sewing Kristin Leaptrot ' s slacks, Miss Patsy Paul hopes she doesn ' t stick her finger. Marvelling at the quick-handedness of their classmate at the sewing machine in Home Ec, Michelle Morison and Anne McDonald pensively ponder upon their turn to be graded as they confront the intimidating machine. Dreaming of his future career as a star, Rusty Stewart feigns sleepwalking under the stage lights at a DE fashion show highlighting sleepwear. 148 ACDEMICS AND FACULTY Efficiently earning the seal of approval, the Practical Arts department, comprised of distributive Education and Homemaking, dealt out a winning hand of numerous training courses. For those interested in earning wages in distributing products and services to the public as salespersons, distributive education, alias D.E., offered instruction on role playing, job interviews, money exchanges, applications and wholesale, retail and service occupations. Instruction courses enabled students to get jobs with an average of fifteen hours a week with on-the-job training at such stores as Jack-In-the-Box, Easy Rental, Rices Nachman, and Jean Nicole. Directing W.llfullv read!, to give up her teddy bear and act like a ‘ is pragmatic operation and teaching big girl, Vickie Creekmore models sporty pajamas in A-B-C S of D.E. were Mrs. Virginia DECA ' s fashion show. Johnson, Mrs. Pam Szynal, and Mr. Is it edible or not? This is the question presented to Cheryl Moore while Arlene Bridgette looks on, seemingly enjoying her own piece of cake. John Kreimer Home Economics, another safe bet to lead to a full hand of knowledge, presented useful descriptions on meal preparations, menus planning, table setting, food purchasing, checking accounts, credit, budgeting, and insurance. Crafts were mastered in the fields of embroidery, macrame, crocheting, and needlepoint. A multitude of speakers unmasked their roles and occupations in bridal consulting, the ministry, marriage counseling, floristry, and photography. For many, choosing to gamble and take a chance on the business world directly out of high school, was risky. However, the effective training and preparation handed to these individuals aided in an increase in self-assuredness and success. ACADEMICS AND FACULTY 149 Try not to get your swishes confused with your swashes, advises Mrs. Cheryl Carter to one of her aspiring young artists. After losing his place, string bass player Terry Nartowitcz frantically tries to catch up with the rest of the orchestra. Welcome to the Scholastic Quiz Show — the show that is fun-filled and fascinating. Here is today ' s intriguer . . . What sang, scribbled and sounded? You have five seconds to answer . . . Buzz! Time ' s up! A talking pencil? No, it was the Fine Arts Department, the center of Kecoughtan ' s artistic creativity, which included the Band, Chorus, and Art. Directed by Mr. Fred Pendergraft, the band played instruments ranging from the French horn to the marimba. The Band presented sharp, polished entertainment during pep rallies, football halftime shows and concerts. A ' cappella choir, directed by Mrs. Lucille Sutterer, provided a musical atmosphere that revealed the vocal talents of students. Our color colleagues, Mrs. Cheryl Carter and Mrs. Jean Harrell, guided the amateur artists through a world of imagination. Yes, that was what our Fine Arts Department was composed of. Before we go, we ' d like to leave this thought to You: A (a sharp) department will never Bb (be flat). Warmly protected from the elements, Ensemble members sing of holiday joy at the Christmas Concert. 150 ACADEMICS AND FACULTY That ' s some key — F, C, and L? ' ' Band Director Fred Pendergraft questions a Music Theory student about the melody of a composition. Intent on their music scores, band members concentrate on making beautiful music at the Christmas Concert. ACADEMICS AND FACULTY 151 “Pen in hand, hard at work?” This studious position taken-on by Coach Roger Watson while grading papers seems to be a standard form for teachers. w©irlk: “Smile for the camera! During health class, Glen Hoffman is seen donning a picture-perfect expression while Ms. Nancy Hibbard waits for an assignment from Lecia Reca. “Forward March! Coach Buddy Denton seems to be a natural leader as he walks across the gym floor with Randy Orga falling in behind. 152 ACADEMICS AND FACULTY Here we go again.” Before starting her daily round-up for class, Ms. June Tharpe stops and takes a short pause. You can ' t have it, it ' s mine! Health and PE teacher. Coach Brian Hebert, seems a little over-protective as he puts up the projector after a film. “All work and no play ... as the saying goes, was found to be atypical of the KHS Health and P.E. teachers despite their busy schedules. Free time and after school hours were times and after school hours were times when Coach Howard Jackson could be found on the golf course or at his favorite fishing spot. He was also the coach of the Varsity Football team which involved grueling work sessions with his players. During the school day, he taught both Health and Physical Education classes. Another member of the staff, Ms. June Tharpe, taught sports, ranging from Table Tennis to Archery. In her spare time, she enjoyed needlework and taking care of her pet cats. Other P.E. teachers included baseball Coach Buddy Denton, who was also the department chairman and Mr. Brian Hebert who coached the boys ' track team. Ms. Nancy Hibbard, in addition to her teaching duties, coached the girls ' track team. Assistant football coach Johnny Pauls taught Classroom Driver ' s Education. Although most gym and health classes consisted primarily of sophomores, juniors and seniors took advantage of the varied courses. Sophomore Karen Papciak takes on a grievous expression as she prepares to trap a badly aimed ball. ACADEMICS AND FACULTY 153 Whether it was watching a morbid film pertaining to the dangers of driving or experiencing the horrors first-hand on the road, Kecoughtan students managed to struggle their way through Driver ' s Education. In the classroom portion of the class, student drivers toiled relentlessly under the direction of Mr. John Pauls, learning traffic signs, right-of-ways, or how to jump-start a car without destroying the occupants. The classroom also enlightened future drivers with the prospect of buying a car and the costs of maintaining one. The medium of teaching never strayed from the main theme, Safety First, which was emphasized again and again. Learning Safety First in the classroom was one matter, but actually practicing it on the road was much more important, as students quickly found in the Behind-the-Wheel segment of the class. Instructors David Holtacher, Samuel Jon es, Samuel Epps, and Joseph Beck led fledgling drivers into the mysterious white trailer, where training began on simulators. magnificent marvels of boredom designed to duplicate actual driving conditions. Finally, the impatient Warriors were awarded the chance to drive on authentic Hampton roads, and they leaped at the opportunity. The instructors taught scores of excited and nervous drivers the skills necessary of all safe drivers, occasionally using their own brake pedals in order to avoid an impending accident. Range instruction also included in the driving portion of Driver ' s Ed held some hilarious situations, as anything within a stone ' s throw of the range was liable to be attacked by an adventurous, yet inexperienced, student driver. For the most part, however, range instruction proved to be a valuable learning tool for the new drivers. With all of the hard work and learning required out of the way, passing students awaited the issuance of their licenses. Today, as students motor into Kecoughtan ' s parking lot, one can see living testament ot the success of Driver ' s Education upon these students. Heaven knows an attempt was made! In a precise, military manner, Mr. David Holtacher commands his forces to perform a new maneuver on the driving range. Uh . . . could you please move those tennis courts for me?” pleads a student driver who lacks confidence in his ability to back-up cleanly. Sophomore Derlyn Felton tries to recall, from his classroom training, the techniques required to open a simple car door My thirtieth kill! A new record! exclaims a student driver after smashing yet another pylon. Upon returning from the roads of Hampton in one piece, Mr. Joseph Beck manages to force a smile of relief. As she embarks on her first journey as a student driver, Kim Spain thinks of life and how sweet it is. ACADEMICS AND FACULTY 155 If your teacher required you to wear a uniform and called out “Hup! two! three four! twice a week, chances were good that you were a student in the Naval Junior Officer Training Corps, better known as the NJROTC. Headed by Commander Edmund Stronski, an eleven year Kecoughtan verteran, NJROTC offered many learning opportunities for a KHS student. The three year course included different subjects and aspects of Navy life. The sophomores experienced a basic naval orientation program which included learning about various types of ships, bases, and people who made up the Navy. Also, no NJROTC would ever again be lost as instruction in navigation taught them to always know where they were going! Field trips were offered to naval bases and short voyages on navy ships to obtain a first hand view of the rigors of Navy life. The juniors received more specialized instruction in such areas as oceanography, more navigation and weather. Seniors underwent rigourous courses in tactical problems, naval history, astronomy and celestial navigation. A shipshape, spit and polish department was run by Commander Stronski and Chief Petty Officer Srthur Slpriggs. These two men were responsible for the NJROTC ' s tradition of high academics and military standards. Individual accomplishments were recognized at the May Awards Ceremony. Ribbons, plaques and trophies were awarded for outstanding achievements in personal appearance, good conduct and performance. Deeply entranced in the lecture on navigation, Mike Boyd and Ronald Harrell dream about their favorite place in the world. Smiling with self-confidence and knowledge, Larry Phelps raises his arm, waiting to be called on. 156 ACADEMICS AND FACULTY Volunteering for a special assignment, Joseph Rorls attempts to obtain A1 Hunt ' s attention. Another difficult, long day of school comes to a close as Commander Edmund Stronski prepares to return home. i I Hey, I know that! James Adams shares his knowledge in military proficiency with the rest of the class. ACADEMICS AND FACULTY 157 158 COMMUNITY SATISFYING LESSON Community activities were an important part of the students ' lives and experiences at KHS. Adorned in shields containing their unique hopes and dreams, many Warriors went out into the neighborhood to participate in events and to take an active role in local and statewide politics. Soon after the beginning of school, students attended the annual Hampton Fair Day at Gosnold ' s Hope Park. Many worked in the booths of games and refreshments and played an important part in making the fair a success. Along with the refreshment and game booths, there were carnival rides, arts a nd crafts exhibits, and political candidates soliciting support from the crowds. In a flash of bands and music, the park was transformed from a place of picnics and gentle, quiet breezes to a hive of happy, chattering people. Throughout the year, community-minded students attended Hampton City Council meetings regularly, expressing their interest in Hampton ' s government. More community conscientious students gave speeches to bring the views of young people before a Council which sometimes needed to get in touch with Hampton ' s youth. Also, with some helpful influence from their government teachers. Warriors were able to work afternoons and nights for their favorite candidates for the first district Congressional race and the statewide senatorial race. On election night, many Warriors were weeping in defeat while others were celebrating at their candidate ' s victory party. Whether their candidates won or lost, all the students acquired new insights into the exciting world of political life and experienced the satisfaction of being directly involved in the affairs of their government. Overall, students enjoyed participating in the community ' s activities and gained valuable experience in cooperating with fellow Hamptonians. Lasting memories of their community activities were formed and portrayed on their shields. r COMMUNITY 159 Greeting yet another government-interested senior. Congressman Paul Trible shakes the hand of senior Joe Croswell before giving his speech. mm m IIU ' [T ) i Carefully planning his descent, the parachutist aims himself towards the target in the center of the fairgrounds. Overcoming the tugging impulse to remain at home on a dreary morning, I rolled stiffly out of bed and stretched my wings. I decided to visit my cousin in Newport News. I flew from my nest into the gloomy expanse of Noah ' s dread. Passing over the Willow Oaks area, I was distracted by the splashing feet of the long-distance runners in the City Manager ' s Challenge Marathon, the opening event in the Hampton 16th Annual Fair Day. I glided along with the forerunner and final victor. Lew Faxon, and followed the human train to Gosnold ' s Hope Park, only to be disappointed to learn the Fair had been postponed due to the weather. My gull spirits thoroughly dampened, I returned to the warmth of my nest, excited by the rescheduling of the Fair for the following Saturday. I was warmly aroused by the early morning, happily aware that the dawn of the Hampton Fair Day was upon me. Entering the transformed fairgrounds, I flew above the swarming mass of people. Blaring trumpets and resounding drums from the marching bands of Kecoughtan and Phoebus led a string of spectators onto the grounds. Sitting atop one of the game booths which ranged from darts to horse racing, I curiously watched the masses milling about, their minds confused over what to see or do next. Due to the wide variety of rides and shows, the Fair had a way of appealing to every generation. A thrilling attraction, the aerial stunt show, was enjoyed by all as they stared in amazement at daring men gliding slowly earthward to a small target in the midst of the Fair. Four men who arrived early were attracted to the Fair for completely different reasons, as the candidates running for Congress from Virginia, John Warner, Paul Trible, Andrew Miller and Lew Puller pursued the support of local voters. Assisted by a number of KHS government students, the politicians distributed campaign literature, shook hands and made a few short speeches. After a long, happy day, the never ending tides of people slackened and slowly drifted away. The rides now stood motionless, leaving the park a steel graveyard. Flying over the deserted park, I steered my way homeward, looking forward to sleep and the hopeful dreams of next year ' s festivities. MORE THAN A FAIR DAY 160 COMMUNITY Leading a band of Warriors on his Senate warpath, John Warner challenges the crowds at the fair, seeking support for the upcoming election. Enjoying the change of scenery, Bert takes a relaxing break from his With a sigh of relief, the paratrooper breathes easier now that his feet are back on Sesame Street responsibilities. firm ground. COMMUNITY 161 GEARING THE SCHOOL MACHINE Appearing a bit dubious about the reaction, Mr. Jerry Sanford, who is in charge of public relations for the School Board, presents his speech on the energy plan to the School Board. 162 COMMUNITY .4s School Board member Mrs. Pat Miller presents an idea regarding the change to the semester system for the English program to chairman Cecil Phillips, he listens and offers his own suggestions. The 1978-7 9 Hampton City School Board began the school year with a renewed battle of the budget which started last year as several drastic budget cuts were announced. Due to the lack of funding, there was little money left over for salary raises or school supplies. Yet, throughout the rain of complications forced upon them, the School Board, led by chairman Cecil Phillips, managed to cope with its difficulties and introduced new programs to the school system. Among these were the reverting back to the traditional semester system for all classes and the combination of various English courses, a plan for the formation of a Middle School system which would group grades six, seven, and eight together and nine, ten, eleven and twelve for high school. The School Board also instituted an energy plan which produced a $20,000 cutback in energy expenses. Geared for future improvements, the Hampton School Board set its sight on a more progressive and efficient system for all Hampton students. [ttempting to work out new ideas for the budget. Superintendent Dr. William Anderson and assistant Superintendent Dr. Joseph Lyles confer with each other. Assistant Superintendent in charge of Instruction, Dr. Joseph Lyles prepares his notes for a speech on the formation of a middle school. COMMUNITY 163 I ! At long last! On the final stretch, Ravi Dhanvada concentrates upon finishing the last Attempting to grin and bear it, Cindy Whited finds out what hundred of the million envelopes he has addressed for Lewis Puller ' s campaign. Representative Paul Trible ' s firm grip really feels like. 164 COMMUNITY POLL-ITIC ELECTION “Hello, my name is Willie Warrior. I ' m taking a survey in your area on the upcoming November election ... This was just one of the typical dialogues utilized by recruiting Warriors at the phone banks of various opposing campaign offices on the peninsula. Vying for the Senate seat were Republican John Warner and Democrat Andrew Miller, and the struggle for a position in the House of Representatives was commenced between Democrat Lewis Puller and Republican Paul Trible. Countless Warriors participated in vigorous campaigns beginning in September and persisting until the weighty day at the polls, November 7th. Mailing letters, making phone calls, correcting phone lists, and distributing literature were the chief activities which comprised the campaigns for both parties. In a flurry of last minute campaigning, the finale to the months of hard work arrived on the seventh of November. A barrage of phone calls was placed, subtly urging individuals to vote, and in addition, further poll work was activated which included literature distribution and handshaking by the candidates. Both campaigns surged forward and the race was a see-saw contest. Conclusively, the Republican party,swept the elections with the landslide re-election of Congressman Paul A. Trible, Jr. and the narrow victory of John Warner by less than 5,000 votes. With only the remnants of a struggle visible in the eyes of industrious laborers and all candidates, the commotion ceased. There were only faint remembrances of phone calls declaring, “Thank you very much for your time and support! Thus, another of the seemingly countless campaigns terminated with the laying to rest of the phone lines. Three little maidens sitting in a row, waiting for Trible, so they can go; Tammy Batten, Susan Handley and Debbie Nichols wait in anticipation of escorting the Republican candidates to Gosnold s Hope Park. Prior to his opening speech, Chief John Warner signals how to captivated Warriors. Seemingly trying to persuade a skeptical Richard Frye to commit himself to a candidate fully, hopeful Lewis Puller appears to be doing a convincing job. COMMUNITY 165 Prepared Proud Filled with students donning their enthusiasm. Their year was capped off individual shields which portrayed their own hopes and dreams, KHS was alive in 1978-79 with the pulse of excitement of the student body. With the help of their fellow classmates, students formed lasting friendships as they worked together on class activities. However, through all the class competition and class loyalties, the students were joined together as a close community, with each sophomore, junior and senior playing an integral role in the school ' s events. After overcoming the shock of entering high school and the orientation program, the members of the class of ' 81 quickly got into the swing of things as they organized themselves and prepared for the Homecoming festivities. Throughout their learning here, the sophomores eagerly participated in the many activities and by year ' s end were firmly settled into the world of high school. The year ' s experiences were placed on their shields in symbols of memory. Proudly, the junior class entered KHS, confident veterans ready for the year ' s events. Attempting to be organized and unified juniors entered into the year ' s activities with with the Ring Dance, which was one of the best ever. Content with the year, the members of the Class of ' 80 depicted their memories and new friendships on their personal shields. Eager for their last year in high school to begin, seniors stepped boldly into the halls of KHS, feeling confident and rather impatient about the year ' s upcoming events. After many hours of meetings, decisions and preparations, the senior class could be proud of its accomplishments and its last major class event, the Prom. Joyously, yet with a little hesitation, the members of the Class of ' 79 greeted their graduation and entrance into the adult world after a ceremonious and meaningful graduation experience. All the seniors portrayed the year ' s activities on their shields, which now contained the memories of their years at KHS and their hopes and dreams for the future. Each student was a significant part of the lifeblood of Kecoughtan. Many experiences and happy memories were pictured on the students ' individual shields. By year ' s end, each sophomore, junior and senior was a proud Warrior, ready for the future PEOPLE 167 The day is done and it is time to relax! Senior Janna Johnson pauses for a breather before venturing to her next class. One of the most nervous and confusing times in life is the transformation from a level of high position to a lower one. This is an occurrence that takes place every year in the area junior high schools, as the “top class-ninth grade-readies for their transfer to the high school as tenth graders. As sophomores, students were the lowest on the totem pole, but in spite of the fears, the rumors, and anxiety, they could hardly wait to experience high school life first-hand. As the school year of ' 78 drew to a close, there was much hustle and bustle in the junior high schools as rising sophomores were selected as majorettes and cheerleaders, while everyone arranged his schedule for Kecoughtan. When the school year ended, all rested, but in late August, the hundreds of “new sophomores were anxious to begin their transformation and first year at KHS. Glancing in disbelief at the quick-handed graffiti of an anonymous culprit, Belinda Bowen proceeds to read the carefully penned gossip on the record cover. Wow! What a sexy hand! exclaims Norene Koronas to herself as she greedily swirls around to grasp the other hand of Chris Johnson at a KHS dance. 168 PEOPLE Attentively watching K.C. O ' Connor perform the popular Schuhplattler, Melissa Overman and Tom Popemack are amazed at her expertise. Down on the otempole The Finished Product ... After long hours of being docked at Jennifer Reason ' s house which served as home port for the sophomore class float, awaiting the start of the parade. PEOPLE 169 Which way is up?!” scream the riders of Busch Garden ' s newest and most exciting ride, the Loch Ness Monster. BEEEEPP! As the final bell signalled the end of their junior high days, future Warriors prepared for a summer fling. Challenging the long awaited whirls and swirls of the Loch Ness Monster at Busch Gardens and battling the waves at Virginia Beach were favorite pastimes. Summer also marked the introduction of “Ultimate Frisbee, an action-packed game of speed and skill, which brought hours of fun for the fledgling Warriors. Viewing the suspense film, faws II, the students participated in vicarious adventures. Others rocked to the sounds of “Kansas or “Genesis. Summer was finally over, and the students headed for the tenth grade at the BIG K. Summer Before... James Adams Donna Addison Karen Adkins Gary Aheimer Janis Allen Susan Allred Belinda Alston Connie Alvis Donna Aman Susan Anderson Karen Arneson Robert Bailey Tammy Balderas Wanda Banks Perry Barber Wanda Barefoot Kenneth Bassett Julie Bates Curt Bennette Steve Bergin 170 PEOPLE Demir Bingol Marian Bland Keith Bliley Christine Bobko Mike Boehme Terry Boyd Ken Bradley Jodi Braziani Bobby Briggs Rosalie Briggs Tereasa Brooks Ada Brown Karen Brown Kim Brown Lan Bui Verna Burchett Anne Burnett Jennifer Burnett Allison Butler Look tough, you guys! If we can ' t out brawn ' em, we have to out brain ' em. PEOPLE 171 Michael Butti Tony Bynum Elizabeth Cabrera Cathy Campbell Deborah Cannan Erica Cantonwine Angela Carter Dale Carter Terri Carter Tarlette Cheeseman Terry Christian David Christiansen Robyn Clark Thomas Codd Mary Cole Lillie Coles Jenny Compton Jeffrey Cook Laura Cooley Charlotte Copeland Cameron Cosby Deborah Coughlin Timothy Crenshaw Susan Crenshaw Low murmurs rippled throughout the auditorium. The curtains opened. Finally, orientation! Were the new Warriors impressed? Fear, boredom, and nervousness were evident on their faces. SCA president Julie Harding got the ball rolling by introducing the administrators and class officers. Various comedy skits, such as the Twelve Years of School, and Football Huddle entertained the sophomores. Accumulating bumps and bruises, the new Warriors stampeded into the cafeteria for their schedules. Once more, murmurs took over as friends gathered to find out what classes they had in common. Advancing into a network of halls, the sophomores searched for their classes. Evidence of upperclassmen ' s pranks — elevator passes, pool and stairways signs — was prominently displayed, creating more confusion for the new students. As the final bell sounded, the sophomores breathed a sigh of relief. Ridicule, nervousness, and fear ceased as the new students were on their way to becoming an integral part of KHS. Privately confessing their junior high school sins, Larry Ashe and Brett Bergman pray for a fresh start in their upcoming high school year. 172 PEOPLE Curtains to Confusion Jonathan Crist Susan Cromer Becky Crooms Troy Crosby Dale Crossett Cathy Crosslin Cleaning up his act as a garbageman, Loney Nunemaker performs in an orientation skit. Melissa Dail Gerald Daniel Susan Dargle Beverly Davis Kathy Davis Robert Deanhofer Michael Dech Joy Denning Raul Diaz Alicia Dickens Robin Dillon Catherine Dishman Anita Dixon Terri Dodson Robert Dowalo Tim Duffy Jennifer Duke Lynne Durkot PEOPLE 173 Eileen Edgette Janet Edwards Karin Edwards Sheri Edwards Lisa Ellis Karen Emerson Tina Erb Michelle Ericson Lisa Eshbach Richard Fee Lori Felker Derlyn Felton Pierre Fequiere Jennifer Ferguson Loree Ferguson Cheryl Fisher Julie Fitzgerald Barney Fleming Chris Foster Corrine Foster Dean Foster Tammie Foster Mike Frederick Taylor Frith Lori Callaway Wilbert Gant Lori Garner Melissa Garris Amid a flurry of confetti, the sophomore class officers wave to their fellow Warriors and Homecoming onlookers. 174 PEOPLE Bathtub Whistles and yells echoed throughout Darling Stadium. Representing the Sophomore Class as Homecoming attendants and perpetually smiling, Susan Dargle and Mari Ann McLeod took their places on the field. When the awards for the winning floats were announced, the whistling and yelling intensified. The Class of ' 81 had garnered the second place trophy. Pull, the Plug on the Pirates was the sophomore float theme. The float, a large bathtub containing an Indian who was pulling out the tub ' s plug, brought oohs and ahs from the spectators. Squeals of delight could be heard from co-chairmen Melissa Overman and Myra Dell who were responsible for the design and construction of the float. Ecstatic with pride, the sophomores stood tall during the festivities of Homecoming and their first winning experience. Applying all six hands, Melissa Overman, K.C. O ' Connor, and Tom Popemack do their share of the sophomore Homecoming float. Lisa Gatling Patricia Germano Brian Gibbons Kendra Glover Randy Godwin Beth Goodbody Lynn Gosselin Kevin Grainger Donna Gravitt Diane Gray Alicia Green Gene Green Bonita Greene Deborah Griffin William Griffith Anna Grose Melissa Gross Shelley Gross PEOPLE 175 Headlining throughout the year to a capacity crowd, the elected performers of ' 81 dared to plunge into the grand circus spectacle of fierce class competition and accompanying chores. Ringmaster Randy Swartz, Alias class president, ably led his entourage to heights of bubbling enthusiasm and attempted triumph and victory. As the class focused their attention on the high wire, an air of awe was directed at Susan Dargle, also class treasurer, for she expertly balanced the books which teetered and swayed from one end to another. Caged into ring number one, Teresa Hinton, otherwise known as class chaplain, prayed for additional help as she endeavored to tame the tigers of the sophomore class. A cracking whip led the spectators ' attention to the third ring, whereupon the voice of Vonja Jones, parliamentarian, was sounded as she kept class meetings in regimented order. Suddenly darkness enveloped the arena as magician Rick Murray, alias class historian, appeared in a puff of smoke. Accompanied by his co-worker Karen Ameson, also known as vice-president, the purposeful events of the extravaganza were permanently recorded in a scrapbook. Executing the final act, class secretary Anita Dixon swayed easily upon the trapeze, assuring communication to all ends of the class. As the house lights went up and the crowd began to thin, much admiration was expelled toward the troupe of seven players. Meriting an encore performance, the executors commanded a certain classy act sure to swell with abundant talent and timely training. Maiy Mansfield Jeffrey Markel Barry Marushi Sam Massie Theresa Maston Barbara Maury Paul McCallum Patti McCarthy Lynn McCormick Mulling over a ridiculously extravagant plan to reconstruct the Loch Ness Monster, sophomore president Randy Swartz giggles as he takes suggestions for the Football Homecoming float from two of his colleagues. 176 PEOPLE Seven Circus Perplexed by class chaplain Teresa Hinton ' s suggestion, treasurer Susan Dargle stares in amazement as she listens to a new money-making idea. Mark McDonald David McFarland Cindy McGhee Robin McKay Mari-Ann McLeod Sharon McVicker Dave Meadows Michael Messinger Sharon Michael Jackie Miller John Miller Terry Miller Erin Milligan Kathy Milligan Robert Montgomery Kay Moore Kim Moore Richard Moore Susan Moran Deanna Morgan Michelle Morrison Rebecca Morris Roger Morris Jodie Moxley Shawn Murphy Elizabeth Murray Barry Nace Martha Neal Richard Neal PEOPLE 177 ooned Stephen Gulbronson Carol Haggard With victory on their minds, the enthusiastic sophomores start off fhe class competition with a rousing cheer for the Class of ' 81. Robert Haggard Donna Hales Michael Hales Jackie Hamilton Pamela Hammette Charlotte Hammonds William Hannah Katherine Hargus Denise Harrell Barbara Harter Joanna Harter Terry Hartman Vivian Hashemzadeh Rebecca Hassell Raymond Hatcher Lisa Hatfield Steven Hatfield Catherine Hawks Michael Headrick Theresa Hearp Marjorie Hendren Colleen Hinnebusch Maureen Hinnebusch Teresa Hinton 178 PEOPLE Pep rallies were fine for all except the Class of ' 81. Even though there were more sophomores than juniors or seniors, there was no team effort among the underclassmen. To counter this apathy, class president Randy Swartz called an emergency meeting to rectify the situation. Sophomores pitched in with ideas and gimmicks, but these were too mundane compared with those of previous years. Determination showed as they worked and planned, but it was to no avail as there were too few posters to equal the reverberating cheers of the other classes. Trying to make a comeback, Randy called another meeting. As a result, posters were designed and cheers, with the help of the JV cheerleaders, were practiced. The sophomores were determined to be in the winner ' s circle. Pep rally time arrived in early December, complete with many sophomore signs and skits, but no voices were to be heard. Unfortunately, the sophomores were left pulling-up the rear again, with another loss. Finally, the last chance — Basketball Homecoming pep rally! The main goal of the disgruntled tenth graders was to balance out the efforts of the last two pep rallies and, with large posters and loud voices, a victory was a sure bet. By this time, the majority of the Class of ' 81 was bored and disinterested, so few showed up for the planning and preparations. Desperate, the few loyal class members tried to organize some type of effective plan. However, wishful thinking could not help them claim a victory as the disappointed Class of ' 81 was obliged to accept third place (last) once more. Jess Hodge Rose Hoffman Sandra Holly Sheer determination! JV cheerleade r, Jenny Compton, claps her hands and stomps her feet in an attempt to spread the fever of spirit and support for the Warrior football team. Katherine Honeycutt Wendy Hopson Merry Hurlburt Saudia Jackson Michelle Jaquish Anthony Jefferson Theresa Jenkins Jeffrey Jessup PEOPLE 179 Leonard Jewett Archie Johnson Diana Johnson Kenny Johnson Michael Johnson Patricia Johnson Noreen Johnston Doreen Jones Terri Jones Vonja Jones Wythe Jones Christine Kalski ick a C ass, Anv C ass Patty Keller Joseph Kilgore Norene Koronas Kenneth Korpak Penny Lam Elizabeth Lambert Kelley Lambert Juan Lancaster Jeffrey Lawson Kathleen Lawson Hoping to make the winning strike, Catherine Hawks concentrates in an effort of perfection during bowling class. 180 PEOPLE William Lazorchak Kristin Leaptrot David Leatherman Renee Leek Celia Lemon Theresa Leonard Barbara Lewis Ellen Lewis Victoria Lewis John Leybold Deborah Llewellyn Ted Lockard Filled with confusion from head to toe, Linda LaSala and Doug Packard obtain help from their algebra teacher, Mr. John Quinn. Decisions! Decisions! What should I take? Biology? Maybe typing? Or . . . When the tim e arrived for sophomores to fill out their schedules, they were confronted with a variety of choices. Since sophomores had certain requirements to fulfill, careful selection was imperative. A typical schedule might consist of Biology, Geometry or Honors Algebra, Tennis, Archery or Health, French I and Creative Writing. The only major variations in schedules were due to elective classes in English, Health and Physical Education, Home Economics and the Fine Arts. For example, in English a sophomore could elect such courses as Major American Novels, Expository Writing, Word Power, and Charles Dickens. Various art and music courses afforded sophomores a chance to develop their talents, or escape the strain of a heavy academic schedule. Nevertheless, sophomores had similar schedules, but they found themselves in classes with juniors and seniors. However, they “held their own with the upperclassmen. At the end of the year, the tenth graders realized that the decisions of their sophomore year foreshadowed more important decisions in years to come. PEOPLE 181 Mary Oakes Linda O ' Clair Kathleen O ' Conner Patricia Olson Melissa Overman Laurie Owens Nancy Owens Robert Owens Jeffrey Pace Douglas Packard Debra Page Shawn Pancyrz Karen Papciak Julie Patterson Charissa Pepin Connie Perkins Janine Pfeiffer Sonia Phares Money, money — that was the name for the Class of ' 81! Although the sophomores could not win, the Spirit Jug at the pep rallies, their fund raising was a huge success. Only about $100.00 was netted from class dues, but the major cash campaign-selling candy bars-brought in a profit of over $400.00; however, no one was quite sure of the exact amount. Eager salespeople had trouble motivating themselves to return the profits to the treasury. A portion of the money collected went towards the cost of building the second-place sophomore float; the rest was left in the treasury for the class ' s junior year. The three top candy bar salespeople! Vivian Hashemzadeh and Rosie Briggs discuss their selling techniques while Chuck O ' Donnell is preoccupied with his own personal finances. John Phelps Karen Pierce Charles Pittman Stephen Pobanz Donna Poe Hope Polinski 182 PEOPLE Thomas Popemack Deborah Posey Katherine Potocko Randy Powell Jennifer Ramberger Susan Randolph Michael Rawles Jennifer Reason Randy Redmiles Craig Reeves Renae Reyes Jon Rhodes Michael Rich Patrick Richards Sherri Roehrle Daniel Rogowski Joseph Rorls Donna Rose Fulfilling the duties as the sophomore class sponsor somewhat enthusiastically, Mr. John Kreimer proposed words of practical wisdom concerning money. Tami Routen Philise Rowe Scott Royster Karen Rummler Tina Salacup Kimberly Sampson Sherri Sanchez John Sanders PEOPLE 183 During the 1978-79 year at KHS, many outstanding sophomore athletes participated in sports. Several girls did exceptionally well. In basketball, Anita Dixon, Most Valuable player, was noted for her natural talent. She also placed on the all district first team. Melissa Stickle, Most Valuable swimmer, was a superior member of the KHS “Flying Fish. Maureen Hinnebusch, voted Most Valuable runner, made third in districts for track. Prominent boys were Jack Jenkins, voted best sophomore in Varsity football and Cam Cosby, the Most Valuable player for JV basketball. Soccer was represented by Tom Viets, while Chuck O ' Donnell placed third in Regionals in Varsity wrestling. And, what would the baseball team have done without outstanding players like Dick Neil and Sam Massie. These athletes will most likely excell to even greater heights — and who knows, they might someday participate in the Superbowl or the Olympics. Adjusting to the rigors of highly competitive high school sports was difficult for sophomores, so John Sanders and Joe Kilgore take advantage of the sunshine to soak up some energy. Mike Saunders A1 Scherrer Jeff Scheumann Greg Schneider Monica Schueren Jeff Schultz John Schultz Paul Seal Sandy Seaman Larry Seely Mehul Shah Juanita Shields Lonnie Simpson Edward Slater John Smith Lynn Smith Mark Smith James Soriano 184 PEOPLE Warrior Wonde Paul Soule Belinda Spears Donovan Spencer Melinda Stanley Debbie Staton Annette Sterling Melissa Stickle Teri Stout Teresa Strickland Cathy Strode Lori Stroop Cathy Sullivan Sherrie Summerlin Randy Swartz Ricky Sypolt Cathy Tate Karen Taylor Linda Taylor ' ' f JV Basketball team members gave their all, as sophomore James Sweat deinonstrates in his attempt to score two more points. Renee Tellinger Janice Thomas Kenneth Thomas PEOPLE 185 Victim of Nature As if it were a law of nature, every sophomore class has always had a difficult time of keeping attendance from dropping at their meetings. The Class of 1981 was a most law abiding class. The apex of the sophomore turn out, approximately 60 from 600, occured during preparation for the football homecoming events. From then on, appearance at class meetings dwindled. Like Sisyphus and his boulder, officers and sponsors attempted to boost the drooping attendance to no avail. All that was left was to hope for next year ' s participation to improve. Attempting to revive their dying class meetings, Liz White and Tina Erb inject a bit of humor into the discussion. Sharon Thomas Mike Thompson Gene Thrash Eddie Tignor Vikki Todd Marsha Trimmer Teresa Vanasse Tom Viets An Vo Cheryl Vosika Alan Walker Kim Wallace Jennifer Wandling Stacy Warman Jacque Washington Phil Watkins Tina Watson Frances Watt 186 PEOPLE Mustering ideas, Susan Moran and Allison Butler converse about an upcoming class project. Steve Watters Becky Weaver Mike Webb Mary Weiss Judy Westlund Patty Westlund Donna White Elizabeth White Jimmie White Vicky White Dan Wilkerson Gil Wilkes Johnie Williams Sharon Williams Doug Williamson Ted Wilson Sherri Winboume Andy Womom Trudy Worrell James Yonkos PEOPLE 187 Life is so simple before high school. Little did the Class of ' 81 know the notches of Kecoughtan ' s ladder which had to be climbed. These might be fantastically fun, pitifully sad or strenuously difficult. The years that were to follow would be the growing and maturing years for learning about high school, people, and living. As the sophomores grew out of their youthful ways, they developed worthwhile projects. Through class meetings, presided over by president Randy Swartz or vice-president Karen Arneson, comittees were formed to perform specific jobs on one of the projects. Among the class ' accomplishments were the float, which took a well-earned second place in class competition, and the candy bar sales which brought in approximately $400.00. Meetings were held at sophomores ' homes to draw posters and advertisements for pep rallies and the candy sales. In the beginning, class members were timid, afraid to speak up at meetings. However, as the year p rogressed, they became less inhibited and freely expressed their opinions and novel ideas on suggested class projects. By the end of the year, the sophomores were ready to show their confidence openly. Their first year at KHS matured them and boosted them up a few more notches on the ladder of adulthood. Trying to keep straight on which foot goes first, sophomores Robin McKay and Christine Kalski march during halftime at a football game. 188 PEOPLE Planning a layout for the Tomahawk, Susan Moran and Allison Butler add on the final touches to a job well done. Hurrying to get their exercises finished before the bell rings, most of the sophomore French students concentrate on their lessons. PEOPLE 189 After the initial confusioi of returning to classes in the fall, the Class of 1980 re-affirmed its decision to make the prospective junior year as successful and memorable as possible through increased class participation. By working hard to prepare for upcoming pep rallies, energetic juniors planned to show their school spirit and add their voices to those cheering for future team victories. Realizing that they would be competing with an exceptionally invincible senior class, juniors held car washes throughout the summer to enable them to purchase various necessary materials for both the pep rallies and the Homecoming Float Competition. Listening attentively to reminiscent descriptions from smug seniors of class rings and the crowing glory of the Ring Dance, the juniors were excited. Discussions of possible Ring Dance themes and decorations commenced as soon as the doors of Kecoughtan opened. Under the guidance of a newly elected executive board, the junior class laid groundwork for a unity to be sustained throughout the year. Fond memories of their sophomore year and hopeful aspirations for their junior year inspired the Class of ' 80 to make the ' 78- ' 79 school year the best ever. Wondering why he was once so excited at the prospect of owning a car, junior Greg Jones accepts his mechanical difficulties with good humor. Did she fall asleep standing up?” asks Mary Glynn of Audrey Newton on the last exhausting night before the Homecoming float competition. j 190 PEOPLE FROM OHAOS TO GLORY Lighting up the gym with his brilliant smile, junior class president James Hicks holds up his end of a pep rally poster. Decorate the Annex with 200 yards of blue gauze? No sweat! exclaims Alfred Crews, junior class vice-president, at a Ring Dance committee meeting. Chatting a few moments before a Green Survival meeting, Kim Bunts, Julie Scheiman and Donna Ciolkosz discuss the club ' s campaign to keep Kecoughtan ' s campus clean. PEOPLE 191 Acquiring a knack for predicting the locale where action could be found, the juniors were more than ready and willing to squeeze the most out of their anticipated too short summer months. For many, play days were purchased with work weeks. Summer loafers stepped through days of lazy relaxation for the off-season months, with sleeping a popular hobby. More industrious individuals sought adventure in Gosnold ' s Hope Park and the halls of the malls within the area. Metal rides to nowhere, as well as social conversation, were enjoyable experiments which were abundantly exercised at Busch Gardens. Unique encounters were occasionally sought at the race track, or horseback riding rentals. Sun worshippers soaked in the penetrating rays of sunshine, lying upon the sands or sailing the breeze in skiffs of assorted colors and shapes. Freelance junior workers adapted to their summer way of life quickly, incorporating a routine of work and play. The assortment of jobs available was relatively limited, forcing juniors to search for any trace of employment hope, which would supply recreational cash. Additional amusement originated from class oriented projects. Fundraising car washes and team sports brought class members together, periodically throughout the summer, which kept the class connections and communications flowing. As the months drew to a close, the beginning of the school y ear arrived too soon. However, the time alotted for vacation was sufficient to make the juniors vigorously receptive to the awaiting class competition and prepared academics. Practicing for the perfect stroke, Cory Lanning dreams of fame and fortune. Watch out Jack Nicklaus! Cheryl Adams Janice Adams Jeff Adkins William Adkins Lynn Alcott Lori Allen Gary Alston Terri Anderson Cheryl Arthur Betty Babcock Mary Baker Tim Ballou Sandra Barnes Bill Basgall Veronica Bass Cassandra Battle Tammy Beaumont Lynn Berry a 192 PEOPLE PLAY DAYS As Brenda Gibson looks on empty handed, Marion Griffin discovers the best way to catch a frisbee — flying with closed eyes! Bruce Berube Jean Beverly Larry Black Kim Blanchard Janine Bobko Karen Booth Jackie Boyd Denise Brand Adrienne Brandon Terrie Braswell Arlene Bridgette Darien Bridgette Valerie Broadway Barbara Brock Diana Brooks Debbie Brown Kimberly Brown Gail Bryant PEOPLE 193 Football Homecoming 1978 was a rather dreary one for the Class of 1980. The Juniors did not fare too well in the three interclass competitions, traditional to homecoming. The first of these was the Volkswagen race, which the Sophomores won by default; the second was the Spirit Jug competition at the pep rally, which the Seniors won; the third and most important event was the float competition, in which the Juniors placed third behind the other two classes. The Juniors shrugged off the first two losses in anticipation of the float competition. They had a “bone to pick with everybody, it seemed when they placed third in the float competition. The Juniors claimed, among other things, rules violations by the Seniors, plain superiority over the sophomore entry, and favoritism on the part of the judging panel. However, there were two bright spots for the Juniors during homecoming. The first was the two sparkling attendants to the queen, Tina Downes and Jennifer Sporer; the second was the fact that the Homecoming Dance, spons ored by the Juniors, was a record success. Despite the setbacks of the Juniors, above the whoops and yells of the Sophomore and Senior classes, the purpose of Homecoming was not lost. The student body came to the football game, in force, not forgetting that Homecoming was supposed to be in honor of the football team and not the class competition. ' 7 hope you know that this shark ' s got to be moved out of the garage to dry, points out junior Paige McKinley to some panic-stricken co-workers. Kimberly Bunts Katherine Burgdorf Dorothy Byrum Lisa Caison Kenneth Campbell Robin Campbell Dawn Carpenter Katherine Cash Sompis Cheney Robin Choiniere Laura Christian Donna Ciolkosz 194 PEOPLE Thomas Clark Mary Clements Connie Cohen Traci Cole Joanne Colvin EVEN BLACK CLOUDS HAVE SILVER LININGS Karen Coughlin Alfred Crews Dale Crossed Gerrie Croyle Danette Daniels Cynthia Darlington Janette Davis Angela Dawkins Robert Denton Katherine Devine Yanna Devorshak Lisa Diffenderfer Valerie Doggett David Dowdy Betina Downes Working feverishly before homecoming amidst float construction debris, juniors Teresa Lehman and Robin Keene enjoy the assembly line process of painting posters. PEOPLE 195 A WILL BUT NO WAY After explaining that is would be impossible to bring in the Dallas Cowboy Cheerleaders for the next pep rally, junior class sponsors Mrs. Shirley Wingfield and Mrs. Nancy Shrout discuss the “real” pep rally plans proposed by vice-president Alfred Crews. Kim Durham Richard Durkee Bruce Duvall Mary Edgette Jeff Edwards Kari Edwards David Ellis Richard Erwin Lorrie Esposito Gary Faircloth Paul Farquharson Donna Ferguson Kathy Fiocca John Flanders Sharon Floyd Steve Fraime Richard Francis Brenda Franks 196 PEOPLE r! t Chaplain Dearly Beloved, we are gathered here today to discuss the upcoming Ring Dance Gary Faircloth presents his idea for the annual junior extravaganza. There was a will, but for some reason there was no way. That was the atmosphere in which juniors found themselves as they vied for Kecoughtan ' s coveted “Number One position. The effort was there, but apparently the quality was lacking. Junior Class president, James Hicks, tried to combat this situation with the formation of a number of committees and special meetings to complement the usual class meetings. The “Bomb Squad, was dedicated in its attempt to come up with a sure-fire way to leave the MARK of the Class of ' 80 at KHS. A homecoming float committee attempted to capture the hearts of the judges, but to no avail. Success eluded the junior class. The pep rally committee ' s aim was to gain prestige for the class through a pep rally victory but, for the most part, success again dodged the juniors. Money was raised through candy sales, and again a committee was in charge of this operation. Key chains and buttons were also sold, but this was not as successful as had been hoped. Although the Class of ' 80 did not attain the degree of success that they had hoped for at the start of the year, the effort and organization shown were encouraging. Unfortunately, success was out to lunch, so the Junior Class had to settle for an old adage — “It ' s not whether you win or lose, it ' s how you play the game. Jerri Fuller Ricky Galing Ben Gatling Chris Gentry Jim Gervais Brenda Gibson Pam Gillaspie Mike Gillett Mary Glynn Jeannie Gonser Robert Goss Marion Griffin PEOPLE 197 DE- OFFICERS AHEAD Hark — “Jaguar! Aloha! These and other code words could be heard echoing through the halls informing juniors of that evening ' s float detail. But who was the source? The source, of course, was the one and only James Hicks, the boss of the junior class. Together, he and vice-president Alfred Crews maintained the class ' affairs. Appointed float chairmen, chaplain Gary haircloth and parliamentarian Alan Kilgore were given the complex duty of overseeing the maintainence and construction of the junior homecoming float. Historian Anne Yuengert took charge of the football homecoming dance which was sponsored by the class of ' 80. The dance proved to be a gala occasion as disc jockey Steve Gimble from WWDE entertained t he boogeing students. The event garnered about $305.00 which helped finance the Ring Dance. Headed by treasurer Tammy Beaumont and secretary Susan Mattox, the prosperous sale of the Nestle candy bars was a major fund raising project. The sale brought in about $850.00 which helped the barren treasury. The two officers also headed the sale of Kecoughtan key rings and spirit buttons, but this project was not so successful as the profits only totaled $50.00 due to a lack of student interest. Under the direction of Alfred Crews, the long-awaited Ring Dance came through with flying colors and proved to be the highlight of the year. On April 28, the Annex was magically transformed into a Dreamland of clouds and mist portrayed on murals and scenic props for the well-dressed dancers to swing and sway to on the dance floor. From Aloha to the homecoming dance, the junior class officers worked diligently. Their fellow juniors followed in their footsteps of hard work and dedication which made the class successful on all accounts. Oh, my back! Junior Class president, James Hicks strains to catch a low flying UFO, commonly known as a frisbee. Julie Griswold Sharon Grow Brian Gustaferro Steven Guion Ronald Gurganus Diana Hale Terri Hall Jeffrey Haney Steven Hardee Rita Harding Margaret Harkness Nicole Harper Amie Heinrich Cathleen Hellmer William Henderson Yvette Henry Ila Heustess Kathy Hickman 198 PEOPLE Brenda Hicks James Hicks Mary Higgins Kathleen Hinnebusch Johanna Hobgood Samuel Hodges Glen Hoffman Susan Holtam Monika Hughes Donna Hulton Kyle Humphrey Constance Hundley Susan Huntley Belinda Irick Eddie Jeffries Belinda Jenkins Richard Jobson Christopher Johnson Thomas Johnston Gregory Jones Teri Jones Roy Jones Dorothy Karsay Gregory Kashin For meee! Parliamentarian Alan Kilgore uses his Steve Martin impression as he frantically wonders which of his admirers it could be. PEOPLE 199 Having entered the ' 78- ' 79 school year with third places at most of the preceding pep rallies, the junior class was hoping for a better year, yet only a meager improvement was accomplished. Despite the effort and hard work that went into each pep rally, the junior class was unable to capture the coveted Spirit Jug, thus losing the class competition. The majority of the class ' concentration was not placed on class competition; much time was devoted to supporting the teams in their respective seasons. Headed by Jennifer Sporer, the pep rally committee employed innovative tactics while totally uniting the class. Dedicated juniors, covered in layers of paint, could be found painting signs in a fashion similar to a disorganized assembly line, in a classmate ' s garage on Saturday afternoons. Many others appeared droopy-eyed at 7:00 a.m. on school mornings frantically hanging posters and rigging balloon releasing contraptions in the gym. Their strategy although teamgeared, fell short of the class ' expectations, as the juniors were only able to achieve second place. However, as the year continued, the class unity improved. As a result, the juniors ' chant switched fro the preceding year ' s We are 3, to We are 2! Robin Keen Beverly Keene Jeff Keene Michele Kendall Alan Kilgore Katherine Knight Tammy Knoblauch Bob Kovacs Janine Lancaster Cory Tanning Dorothy Lawrence Beth Lax Teresa Lehman Russell Littlefield Jimmy Livesey Becky Lopez Mike Lord Gigi Lovett That idea is for the birds, disgustedly imagines Mary Glynn. You ' ll never convince the sophomores that the pep rally was cancelled. 200 PEOPLE Karen Lusk Rod Lyman Todd Lynn Steve Maier Anne Maloney Anita Marshall Pat Martell Debbie Mason Susan Mattox Maureen McCarthy David McFarland Karen McFarland Susanne McKenney Paige McKinley Brenda McLaughlin Kristen McLees Jeff Meier John Miller John Milne Steve Minear Pointing threatening fingers, the juniors vow to thwart the sen iors ' pep rally efforts. We rings had been waiting for the big day for months! We could hardly wait to meet our future owners. After months of being crowded together with rings of endless sizes, designs, stones, and colors, it was about time for a breather! Some rings even lovingly cradled the engraved signature of the one who would eagerly claim them on April 12th. Back at the factory we had heard wild stories from veteran rings that we were about to embark on the greatest adventure imaginable. It seems the excited juniors planned to continue the tradition of “ring-turning and we would each take eighty full turns! The final one would come during an elegant evening event dedicated entirely to us, known as the Ring Dance. The juniors would prepare for weeks to make the dance a success, and we would be in the brightest spotlight! From then on, we would be one of the proudest possessions of our bearers and would be tangible reminders of everything that had made their junior year very special. FROM HERE TO Leaning forward expectantly, Arlene Bridgette gets her first glimpse of her class ring. Susan Montefusco Chuck Montgomery Cheryl Moore Faith Morris Chris Mounts Heidi Myer Scott Nault Donna Newby Lynne Newton Kim Niemberger Michael Nisbet John Noakes Laurie Nunemaker Sharon Oakley Tim O ' Connor Carol Ogden Claire Olsovsky Ray Osowski 202 PEOPLE 1 I Jennifer Sparer is delighted as she carefully (without touching the stone!) turns the ring of Mary Edgette. Lori Ownby Scott Packard Lynda Page Susan Paxton Kerri Payne Stephen Pearce Robert Pell Laurie Pierce Deirdre Pitre rings. Wanda Poe Mac Powers Roy Preston Denise Price Tom Quick Wendy Quinn PEOPLE 203 As the date of the Ring Dance approached, mass hysteria took over the handful of dedicated juniors who composed the Ring Dance committee. These laborers sacrificed money, energy and their precious spring vacation to tackle the job of transforming the Annex into a Dreamworld. When more work piled up and willing workers became scarce, hysteria became a reality. Time passed quickly as colorful murals were painted, and miles of blue curtains were pressed and hemmed to be used as wall coverings. In addition, juniors donated gingerale, coat hangers, and white Christmas lights. CO-chairpersons Alfred Crews and Lisa Diffenderfer, along with president James Hicks, tackled the difficulties that cropped up. Paper for the murals was late arriving, due to delivery and technical problems. The band, designated to play, suddenly broke up a week before the dance; however. disaster was averted when Twelve O ' clock High accepted the offer to provide the music and the theme song, Billy Joel ' s Everybody Has a Dream, for the dance. A few days before the Ring Dance, dreams of completion became realities for the committee members. With the aid of sponsors Mrs. Nancy Shrout and Mrs. Shirley Wingfield and parents of various students, the decorations were finally finished. Murals of rainbows, junior activities, rings, dancing couples, and mirrored tiles were brought to the Annex from their construction sites, the homes of Lisa Diffenderfer, Jimmy Livesey, Dawn Carpenter and Mary Glynn. Silver stars on blue served as a background for the dance area. Tables were set-up in the dining area, and blue curtains with the Christmas lights behind them adorned the edge of the room. Murals were taped and stapled to the walls as the atmosphere of the Junior Dreamworld became alive for the April 28 extravaganza. Although Tim O ' Connor appears to be searching for an exit from the hysteria of last minute disorganization, he is actually putting up mirrored tiles as decorations for the Ring Dance. Tim Raines Michael Rakes Rhonda Ramsey Allison Rascn Lecia Reca Roger Rector Greg Reding David Reese Mike Reiner Greg Rengert Vicki Reyns Lori Richards Tim Rippon Daphne Roane Lisa Robbins 204 PEOPLE Scott Roberts HEAVEN FROM HYSTERIA Attempting to be recognized at a Ring Dance committee meeting, Nancy Smith prepares to present another beneficial idea on how to decorate the Annex. Rachel Rodriguez Lorene Rohrbaugh David Ross Edith Ross Debbi Rowan Cathy Ruehe Kathy Rummler John Ruth Tammy Salomone Mike Sandidge Kay Saunders Keith Schaffer Julie Scheiman David Schiefer Chrys Schneider Victoria Schueren Liz Schuneman 205 PEOPLE Gathering all of their dreams together, the Junior Class formed an atmosphere of pure fantasy and romance at the Ring Dance. Held on April 28, 1979 in the Annex, it was based on the theme Dream World. Music was provided by the local band, Twelve O ' Clock High. A magical illusion produ ced by the decorations entranced the couples as they entered. Juniors were further lulled into this celestial atmosphere when their names and the names of their dream dates were announced. Heavenly decorations including stars, clouds, and tiled mirrors encased the Annex walls. A revolving mirrored ball proved to be the focal point of the dance floor. Tiny white lights glimmered through the flowing curtains which draped the walls of the dining area. Adding to the sentimentality of the evening, and totally enhancing the Dream World were the romantic candles in the centers of tables. Class sponsors, Mrs. Nancy Shrout and Mrs. Shirley Wingfield were presented with bouquets of flowers to express the class ' appreciation for their yearlong support and guidance. Next, the hard working juniors who helped in dance preparations, were acknowledged by dance chairpersons Alfred Crews and Lisa Diffenderfer. At the climatic point before the turning of the rings, class president James Hicks gave a brief thank-you speech. The class ' feelings of unity continued as juniors and their dates formed a circle around the dance floor. Hands were joined as couples waited for the big moment. At James Hicks ' signal, rings were turned and dates were kissed. The theme song, Billy Joel ' s Everybody Has a Dream was sung as the Ring Dance concluded. Now let ' s see Disco Dan said the third step was . . . “recalls Gary Faircloth as he ponders his next move. Kelly Seidnitzer Renee Shackelford June Shackley Ronald Stewart Tina Stinger Susan Strop PEOPLE 206 To symbolize the unity felt throughout the year, juniors and their dates join hands and form a circle around the Annex walls. Laurie Stubbs Becky Shirk Brenda Swain Del Sykes Joy Taggart Edwina Taylor James Taylor Michele Terry Lisa Thacker Mark Therianos Jack Thomasson Glenn Toledo PEOPLE 207 QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS What ' s Trigonometry? Metaphysics? Math Analysis? Take the course and find out! That ' s just what every junior did-eagerly or otherwise-to begin another year of pencils, notebooks, tests, and hopefully, learning. Required US History classes were enlivened by the Class of ' 80 with debates and films on topics such as the Revolutionary War, the formation of America ' s two-party political system, and the use of atomic weapons. These juniors became psuedo-scientists as they attempted to create their own atrocities in an assortment of lively, and often unpredictable chemistry experiments. Many juniors were also involved in active art classes including Drawing People, Arts and Crafts, and Beginning Painting which utilized their creative talents. Future composers and rock-group members received professional advice and performing experience in the orchestra or in Kecoughtan ' s concert and marching bands. For those in the Class of ' 80 with a special interest in foreign languages, five levels of Spanish, German, and French and three levels of Latin were available. Banquets composed of authentic delicacies from the different countries and field trips helped to encourage adventurous juniors to learn a second language. Practical and financially orientated juniors participated in Distributive Education and Home Economics classes. With the aid of the Guidance Office, these students obtained jobs which would give them valuable work experience. By holding down after-school jobs, many juniors transformed their education into concrete (and paper!) benefits. Togetherness gets the job done as shown by Faith Morris, Tina Downes, and Mike Sandidge while performing a chemistry lab. Julian Simerly Cedric Singleton Jill Smith Nancy Smith Pam Smith Pattie Smith Kathy Snead Jackie Snyder Jennifer Sporer Kyle Springer Sheila Sprinkle Erin Stapleton Jennifer Stephenson Petra Tongret Jennifer Townsend 208 PEOPLE iA ' i!. There ' s more to Business Law than meets the eye as Cathy Hellmer and Rita Harding discover in their work. Michelle Trench Chris Turner Rob Turner Lynne Vaughan Michael Vaughan Steve Vaughan Toni Vetre Ann Walker Cheryl Walker Stan Warden PEOPLE 209 For many juniors, their dreams of free time were eventually transformed into visions of dollar signs flashing within their reach. Wanting to be able to spend a good time, Kecoughtan juniors discovered that the only way to solve the age-old money problem was to get a job. This was by no means an easy task. The escape from menial jobs was rarely accomplished. The majority had to be content with the sparse benefits which came with jobs such as phone soliciting, sales and food servicing. Junior Dawn Carpenter found that a job caused problems with EVERYTHING! Cheerleading practices, church activities, and games had to be missed by hardworking Dawn. Ross Mugler, who planned on being a multi-millionaire by age 21, found that his job created only one problem — too much money! Did these juniors let their small problems stop them? NO! As everyone knew, money was everything. Typical of many juniors, Karin Edwards spends much of her after school time at Chick-fil-a, ringing up the customer ' s orders. Yvette Washington Michael Wasiela Faith Watkins Deborah Watlington Kimberly Watson Sandra Weatherford Jeanette Weih Debra West Melody West 210 PEOPLE FRQMRA3S TO RICHES Although lifting grocery bags at Pantry Pride is not the easiest job, it is James Taylor ' s only means of earning money to keep himself financially stable. James Whalen David Whipple Elsie Whitaker Claire White Angela Williams Randolph Willson Daniel Windham Tammy Winegrad Paul Winters Diane Wright Tracie York Tina Young PEOPLE 211 FROM RRSriO LAST Waiting expectantly for the bell to ring to end the lunch period, Heidi Myer is dressed to brave the winter ' s cold. Will you really get a yellow, wrinkled pea if you cross a tall and a short pea plant? questions Mark Therianos as he examines a genetic chart with the assistance of Mrs. Debra Mortimer. Concentrating on the delicate job of stirring her specified chemical After the school day rush is over, Jimmy Livesey, Alan Kilgore, and Roy Preston relax solution, Mary Edgette attempts to complete a lab session successfully. for a few minutes before a junior class meeting. 212 PEOPLE Catching a few winks amid a variety of lively discussions at a junior class meeting, Marion Griffin is oblivious to her surroundings. Long hours, spirit, success and energy typified the Class of ' 80 ' s junior year. Throughout the school year, the juniors put many hours into the various money-raising drives to finance their expenses. Candy bar sales, KHS emblem key ring sales and the football homecoming dance were sponsored by the juniors in the fall. Flowers became the big selling item during the basketball and spring season. For the basketball homecoming dance, mums were sold and later red roses were sold for Valentine ' s Day. Although much of the junior class energy was used on fund-raising drives, the students kept their spirit and class participation high all year, despite a disappointing clean sweep of seconds in pep rallies and a questionable third in the float competition. In the last weeks of April, class spirit reached it peak. Juniors received their rings on April 12 and for the following two weeks everyone enjoyed turning each other ' s rings in anticipation of the Ring Dance. On the night of the dance, couples dined at their favorite restaurant and then proceeded to the dance. There the couples spent an unforgettable night dancing, chatting and thoroughly enjoying the company of their dates. Overall, the Ring Dance was an event to be treasured forever, never to be forgotten. With their junior year behind them, the Class of 1980 looked forward to an even greater senior year. Lingering for a short while after Vocabulary Building class, Denise Brand completes some last-minute work. PEOPLE 213 Projection Of The Future Leaving surf boards, frisbees, and skateboards behind, rising seniors journeyed through the halls of Kecoughtan for their first class meeting. Film projector in hand, senior class president June Peters entered B-3 (known throughout the Peter ' s administration as the rectangular office) and called the meeting to order. In preparation for the upcoming year, highlights depicting the main events of a senior year were to be presented in a brief film. The lights were dimmed, the projector turned on, and the preview unfolded before the nervously awaiting seniors. Various John and Jane Travoltas flashed before the viewers, as the annual Back to School Dance clicked its heels. No sooner had the choroeography begun, when one was engulfed in a colorful array of flowers. Mums, boutonnieres, carnations, and forget-me-nots illuminated the screen, while selling techniques echoed throughout the room. Switching to a more energizing episode, pep rally enthusiasts sprang to their feet for the Victory Cry, and seniors entwined in crepe paper, chicken wire and paper mache constructed a mamothe float. Basketball season dribbled into the movie as ribbons featuring snappy slogans crossed the screen, and dancers demonstrated the latest disco steps during the Basketball Homecoming Dance. Who ' s the fairest of them all? Traditionally, the Miss KHS Pageant answered this question. However, as various Kecoughtan contestants appeared on the screen, one realized the winning qualities far exceeded mere beauty. In the closing minutes of the film, the most spectacular events of a senior year-PROM, CLASS NIGHT, BACCALEAUTEATE, and GRADUATION sprang before the audience. Each occasion was highly exalted as seniors celebrated the events in a style unique to their class. As the preview ended and the lights flickered on, the heartwarming cry of BRAVO reverberated from the audience. Having glimpsed into the future, the newly inspired seniors rallied in their convictions for a successful and gratifying ' 78- ' 79 class experience. Forget about moving to the beat. Let ' s just try to move! Encountering the difficulties summoned by the heighth difference. Will Lundberg and Cathy McCarthy sway to the music. Filling out the various forms needed for purchasing class jewelry, Larry Caison is double checked by concerned classmates, David Richards and Janna Johnson. 214 PEOPLE During orientation practice, senior class president June Peters and dancing volunteer, Lora Pritchett, demonstrate a scene from one of the skits. There must be more to life, thinks Bill McKay as he attempts to read through several pages of a government textbook. Vice-president of the senior class, Karen Crusberg, with the aid of a willing Mike Edgette, tries vainly to distribute mums to people unable to be located. To ensure that the senior homecoming float is up to community standards, Randy Miller and Mary Bickett dress the Pembroke pirate with a satin sash. PEOPLE 215 James Robert Absher Joyce Elaine Adams Valerie Ann Akers Robert Gerald Alcott, Jr. Alvin Bamell Allen III Patricia Rene Allen Kathy Lynne Angle Timothy Neal Bailey Robert James Balderston Andrew Porter Barber Thomas Jeffrey Barder Larry Keith Barker, Jr. Lori Ann Baron Lisa Ann Barroso Lori Ann Barthlome Anna Marie Basgall Crystal Annet Batten Tammy Lynn Batten Crystol Jean Bell Nancy Anne Bell Michael Roy Belsches 216 PEOPLE Summer Daze As Terry Bradshaw ' s toughest competitor, Mike Edgette demonstrates his passing skill with the football. As the weather became warmer and the number of days before June 7 grew shorter, the Class of ' 79 prepared for summer vacation with visions of sleep-in mornings and late nights on the town. Summer days began around noon with stops at the Willow Oaks Pool or Grand View Beach. After a short swim, the more energetic seniors tried tennis, ping-pong and soccer. When temperatures reached an exteme high, a shopping trip to the air-conditioned malls was a wise activity as an escape from the stifling heat. Local tourist attractions provided seniors with a variety of places to go. Days were spent exploring the historical sites of Colonial Williamsburg and Yorktown, braving and enjoying the rides and games at Busch Gardens and Kings Dominion, and harrowing the mighty waves of Virginia Beach and Nags Head. For the few seniors who desired to get farther away, family trips across the United States and to Europe provided an answer. A continuous supply of funds for various activities was attained through an assortment of short term jobs. Sitting around the pool as lifeguards or operating rides at an amusement park were just two examples of the wage opportunities. Carefree nights were spent at local theaters or concert halls. Such movies as Animal House and Grease and groups such as the Rolling Stones provided enjoyable entertainment. Summer days came to an end too soon. Seniors were reunited at the 1-64 Holiday Inn when their graduation portraits were taken. As they saw each other in graduation gowns, their future seemed uncertain, but the summer would be remembered. Nicole Ann Bergin Ann Marie Berry Patrice Elizabeth Berry Dale John Bickert Mary Elizabeth Bickett Donna Marie Bishop Linda Denise Blacken Jo Ellen Bluestone Claire Beth Boston Gwendolyn Hope Bowden Trade Ode Bowling Robin Lynn Bowman Joseph Patrick Brackin Craig Steven Breen Stuart Bridges PEOPLE 217 ictory At Sea Ship ' s bells rang out as the senior Warrior ' s vessel docked, securing its sails after its last football homecoming upon the high seas. As the night ' s mist began to obscure the harbor, the weathered sea captain June Peters reflected upon her crew ' s valiantry. Stationed on the wharves and at sea, the senior crew had remained strong, true masters of their last homecoming battles. Our first bout, sighed the ' old salt, ' was on a clear Thursday eve. While the last glimpses of sunlight fleeted over the horizon, senior shipmates, junior boatswains, and sophomore deck-swabbers reported for duty in the VW race. Although the shipmates hauled in a first place timing, both the senior and the junior crews were disqualified. Sophomore deck-swabbers carried to shore the first place trophy. Alas, sighed Captain Peters, We will capture victory at sea! On a brisk Friday afternoon the second battle began. An albatross circled overhead, leading stray senior crewmen to the gym for a sixth period pep rally. With the legendary blessings of this albatross, and posters that rolled down from the gym ' s upper deck, senior shipmates bellowed in first place in the Spirit Jug Competition. Alas, twas a tedious battle! On the eve of Friday, the classes encountered turbulent seas. In exhaustion, the sailors faced their final battle — the float competition. The senior shipmates had set their sights (and long hours of duty) upon a whale — this whale and its flatbed were hauled in as the senior float. In the form of a float, the Leviathan overtook a dingy of Pirates who had deserted their ship. Slashing his tail about, the mammal demolished the dingy, FIN-ishing the fleeing Pirates. After overcoming the Pirates, the whale surged ahead to surpass the other floats. Gallantly, the senior shipmates accepted the booty of this intense battle — the first place trophy. Alas a glorious victory! With the clanging of the senior vessels last bell, Captain June Peters stepped off her ship onto the wharf. Our crew had banded together in unity, when any less effort would have caused our ship to falter on the stormy seas and sink, reflected the skipper as she stepped ashore for her last time after football homecoming. Alas! David Winthrop Brown Donna Dollin Brown Michael David Brown Nathaniel Tasco Brown, Jr. William Dee Browning Kathy Joann Bruce Aldea Dawn Burnett Donna Marie Burton Alverdia Renee Butler Mommy didn ' t mean to make your clothes so tight and stiff. With tender loving care, Jade Jewett prepares the dressings of the senior float. 218 PEOPLE David Ashley Butler Terry Denise Byrd And the float has to be done tomorrow? sighs a haggard Sam Harris as he constructs the beginnings of the flatbed. Larry Eli Caison Timothy Scott Caison Joy Lorraine Carter Douglas Lee Casher Winona Marie Castonguay Christopher Kelly Caudill Sheryl Yvonne Chambers Patricia Diane Champine Beverly Anne Chase Sherrie Lynn Childress Harold Vance Chrisman, Jr. Cynthia Christensen Eric Andrew Clexton Pamela Louise Coates PEOPLE 219 Would bu With visions of an elegant prom at whichever site was chosen, Seniors zealously began the task of raising funds necessary for the dance ' s success. Often, Seniors spent their summer afternoons at the houses of class officers where money-making ideas were exchanged, argued, killed and some even accepted! As the summer passed, the list of ideas lengthened. When school commenced, the ' 79ers had laid the foundations for a record breaking money making year. Fundraising can be a diversion as well as a chore. Students conversed, drank, ate, and, even danced at the Back-To-School Dance. As the sponsor of the dance, the Class of ' 79 collected profits to the tune of $220.00. Following Kecoughtan tradition, the Seniors next sold mums, and breaking away from the annual custom, boutenieres were sold, thus yielding higher profits. Basketball season introduced yet another entry into the race for money. Basketball ribbons, displaying school spirit, were sold by eager Seniors. Throughout the year. Seniors, waging a battle against time, sold, sold, and sold anything and everything to raise much needed funds. All work and worry were forgotten on that magical eve. Prom Night. By the way, would you like to buy a ribbon — for just 2501! LiketoBuy...? Two for you, two for me . . mutters president June Peters as she divides the remaining mums between aide-de-camp Suzie Williamson and herself. Alisa Fay Coffey Wendy Lee Conley Jimmy Daryle Cook Kimberley Jill Cooley Jacqueline Juanita Cooper Sherri Michele Cooper Linda Elizabeth Corey Doran Michael Cornwell 220 PEOPLE Carolyn Sue Coumoyer Stephen Hamilton Cowles Lisa Catherine Crampton Vickie Lynn Creekmore Mary Anne Criste Gayle Roxanne Crosby Joseph William Croswell Karen Anne Crusberg Suzanne Cunningham Ok Kyong Curry Barbara Anna Curtis Cynthia Marie Davis Ronda Marie Davis Sandra Marie Davis Karen Sue Deal Tammy Lynn Dean April Yvonne Denn Tina Marie DePrinzio Teresa Leigh DeRyder Ravindra Kumar Dhanvada Demonstrating that there is more to carnation wrapping than meets the eye. Bill McKay staples the final touch, and the flower is ready for delivery. Charles Leslie Dickens Laura Kay Dilley Roberta Lynn Dinger Russell Blane Dodson PEOPLE 221 When the opportunity arrives, the Senior Class does not hesitate to show who they know is NUMBER ONE. Rilvalry for possession of the Spirit Jug kept the Class of ' 79 on its toes. Keeping the Spirit Jug and being the first class to sign it twice were the ' 79 goals. Each pep rally represented the freedom of the jug to fall into the hands of any class. Knowledge of this possibility kept class spirit at a feverish pitch. Because the first pep rally was scheduled before the classes got together, school spirit instead of class competition dominated this rally. However, plans for the three remaining pep rallies were put into effect by everyone. However, the seniors reigned supreme in every pep rally. Flashing signs, descending balloons and rolled sheets were just a few of the gimmicks used by the seniors to catch the judges ' attention. Finally — V-I-C-T-O-R-Y! The goal had been achieved. The Class of ' 79 would appear twice on the SPIRIT JUG. These were super seniors!! Anne Wooldridge Doop Joann Beverly Dorman Michael Patrick Dowdy Michael Patrick Downes Gary David Dronen Linda Sue Duck Sandra Elizabeth Dunigan Kathleen Earhart Penny Lynn Earley Theresa Marie Earwood Michael Joseph Edgette Deborah Lynne Edwards Doris Denise Elliott Vincent Christopher Emmons Stephanie Leigh Farmer 222 PEOPLE 2 times 79 Why is everyone looking in different directions? It ' s just a split second before the seniors become organized into the oneness necessary to perform in unison. Dominique Marie Antionette Fequiere Joellyn Louise Ferguson Miriam Diane Ferguson David Edward Fly Doreen Gay Foster Nancy Elaine Foster Dena Foust Sondra Dee Fults John David Futrell Lisa Renee Gardner Donald Allan Gear Robert Bums Gibson III Deric Neil Giddens Jeffrey Paul Gill Sandra Faye Gillaspie Rita Rose Gillett Janice Lynn Gonser David Lee Gordon Linda Ann Grishaw Carey Gamer Hackney, Jr. Michael Patrick Halabuk Gail Ann Halsey PEOPLE 223 Living up to the name of Senior was not easy, but the old-timers of KHS accomplished this task by using good organization at class meetings. Congregating twice a month in B-3 with Mrs. Norma Seals as class sponsor, seniors always had a full agenda to discuss. Presided over by president June Peters, class meetings proved to be successful. Class participation increased from previous years. More seniors were given the opportunity to vote for such things as homecoming attendants and prom songs, since voting was handled in the cafeteria during both lunches. Among the more important topics discussed by the senior citizens were the construction of their homecoming float, which received a first place in competition; strategy that led the Class of ' 79 to win three consecutive pep rallies; and sale of spirit ribbons to spirited Warriors. Also included was the Miss KHS Pageant which was directed by the Senior Class, and proved to be a financial success. With the whereabouts of the prom up-in-the-air, along with the prom theme, seniors met with other seniors to express their views and voted on various choices. Winding-up the year with brief meetings concerning Class Night and graduation, the KHS seniors looked back on the year with pride at the way they had lived up to their great name. Keely Laine Hamilton Susan Kay Handley Lloyd Howard Hansen II Juliana Clarisse Harding Versat i le Senior Citizens Dividing her attention between Prom theme suggestions and the recent article on “How to Sponsor a Successful Senior Class, Mrs. Norma Seals supervises a Senior Class meeting. Steven Paul Harris Jill Letecia Haselden Josie Jacqueline Hashemzadeh Donna Lynn Hatch 224 PEOPLE William Keith Hatcher Michael Echlin Hathaway Thomas Wilson Hayes Kathleen Anne Headrick Bonnie Jean Hefner Elizabeth Ann Hellmer Christopher Edwin Hilliard Robert Earl Hite III Patrick Bartley Hogston Elaine Kay Holley Covering her face in disbelief at the suggestion of The Cannon Ball as Prom theme, Theresa Weicht grins, while Sharon Weade just smiles. Christie Lee Holliday Robert James Hollinger Gloria Jeanette Holly Johnny Holly, Jr. Kimberley Renee Holmes Melinda Leigh Howard Pamela Sue Howard Richard Davis Howell David Lee Hughes Kelly Anne Humphrey Kathy Jean Hunt William Norris Hunt, Jr. Wendy Jayne Ingels Olander Delener Jackson, Jr. Terry Alan James PEOPLE 225 Susan Jane Jarmolowski Jade Marie Jewett Curtis Dale Jimenez Edward Louis Johnson Garnett Leigh Johnson Gregory Michael Johnson Janna Patricia Johnson Margaret Rebecca Johnson Terry Goodman Johnson Lawrence Page Jones Randall Steven Jones Jennifer Ann Kavanaugh Jacqueline Carolyn Kennedy Susan Eileen Kilduff Edward Jorge Kimball William Lawrence King Gary Lamar Kirkland Sharon Mae Koronas Eric Wayne Krob Donna Lynn LaBarre Teresa Lynn Johnson Lamb Mary Elizabeth Lambert Ellen Estelle Lane Rhonda Carol Larsen Janet Dee LaSala Eileen Margaret Lawson Michael Richard Leavey Most Industrious?? Accepting “Lazy Letters as awards, Sam Harris and Susan Swartz are bestowed with the title of ' Most Industrious. 226 PEOPLE The Very Best From back stage cam e the sound of Ruffles and Flourishes, while spotlights zoomed on the speakers. The show was about to begin! Opening with the aura of a Broadway production, the 1979 Hall of Fame assembly on May 24 played to an auditorium full of seniors. Voting took place three weeks earlier, and seniors eagerly awaited the results. The Master and Mistress of Ceremonies, Larry Pfeiffer and Jean Peters, announced the winners of each category. They awarded each winner a gag gift representative of the category, along with a ribbon and certificate. Momentarily diverting students ' attention from the Mc ' s, entertainers Debbie Edwards and Bill Stewart played Stairway to Heaven. The MC ' s were only able to present a few awards before the Mad Pie Thrower in the person of Doug Casher struck an unsuspecting Larry Pfeiffer with a pie. When Larry rushed off stage to clean up, Jean paid Doug for hi s deed. A few minutes later, Larry reappeared with a pie and got his revenge by hitting Doug. Moreover, the assembly was to be interrupted once more by a series of unlikely Most Likely To skits which featured the Most Graceful Senior (who tripped at graduation) and the Senior Most Likely to Sleep Through Graduation. These skits provided comic relief from the awards show format. Several new categories were added this year, including Most Creative and Class Clown, in addition to the more familiar categories like Most School Spirited and Most Likely to Succeed. Despite the various interruptions, the Academy Awards of Kecoughtan gave those few distinguished seniors a chance to stand in the limelight, if only for a moment. Brian Charles Leonard Karen Marie Leonard Sally Ann Lewis Karen Ann Leybold Rosalinda Lopez After being awarded “Most Talented, Linda Blacken and Doug Casher display their talent, or lack thereof, with the yoyos given as awards. Esther Margaret Lumsdon Karen Ann Lupton Paul Edward Lyon Catherine Sue Maratellos PEOPLE 227 Mark Andrew Marshall Mary Jo Maston Daniel Joseph Matranga, Jr. Michael Alvin May Kenneth Henry McBumey Maria Therese McCallum Upon reaching his refuge from the responsibilities of school, Rich Welsh sets out for a weekend filled with sun, music and water. Gregory Alan McCants Cathleen McCarthy Carl Daniel McColman William Leslie McKay Jr. Virginia Marie McLean Duncan Preston McLellan II Daniel Arthur McNeil Willie McQuillen Pamela Anne Meadows Steven Keith Meadows Mary Beth Meads Leigh-Ann Mears Laura Ann Meier Marcie Lynn Melton Karen Lee Michael 228 PEOPLE I Escape to 1 Freedom Unaware of the wall of water crashing behind him, Greg McCants paddles the surfboard unsuspectingly toward shore. Near the school year ' s end, escape was the topmost concern of senior Warriors. On Friday, May 25, the free spirits achieved the long awaited pnvilege of legally skipping school. A free Friday, attached to Memorial Day weekend, was fondly called Senior Skip Weekend by all those suffering from “senioritis. Some students journeyed to the mountains or beaches. Others found escape at home. Refuge was found at Myrtle Beach, Virginia Beach and Nagshead. Renting cottages, enjoying the sun, partying, and swimming were all a part of the escape tactics. Those looking for freedom in the form of a day of fun trooped up to Busch Gardens or Kings Dominion to experiment with foods from other countries and to enjoy breathtaking rides. Seniors, into roughing it, fled to the mountains for days of backpacking, sleeping under the stars, and fishing. Escape came in many forms and fashion. It did not matter where freedom was found as long as seniors found themselves among friends. Pamela Ann Millard Gary Lee Miller John Michael Miller Randy Lee Miller Russell Gene Miller Sarah Elizabeth Douglas Miller Ted Christian Miller Thomas Eric Miller Thomas James Miller, Jr. Gwendollyn Melissa Monteith Patricia Lynn Montgomery Michael Thomas Moon Darlene Joan Moore David Joseph Moore Michael Thomas Moore PEOPLE 229 Anna Louise Morales Erin Moran Edward Harvey Morris Vernon Dennis Morris Paul Richard Morrow, Jr. Gail Anne Moses Michael William Motley Steve Martin Mullaley Robert Edward Murray II Cherie Monet Mustico Deborah Lynne Nichols Loney Gerald Nunemaker, Jr. Toni Corrine Nystrom Kevin Fielding Oakes Jeffrey O ' Connell Nancy Ann O ' Connell Dennis Alexander O ' Connor Jerry Lawson Olson Jessica Lee Ortiz Faith Suzanne Otero Bound by the inane ruling by the Hampton City School Board, once again the senior class experienced numerous problems in their plight to obtain a prom site. Finally, with a little luck and help from people in high places, namely Mr. Harry B. Dyche, seniors managed to acquire the Chamberlin Hotel. With the site determined, chairman Larry Pfeiffer and vice-chairman Sally Lewis began preparations for the big evening. At an earlier meeting, the class had decided on the theme, The Roaring 20 ' s. In compliance with the theme, miniature Stutz-Bearcats decorated the candlelit tables, and the hotel itself 230 PEOPLE seemed to reflect the grandeur of the twenties. Although not reckless flappers, the couples on the dance floor certainly did trip the light fantastic. A charged atmosphere prevailed throughout the night as the festivities reached peaks of excitement. All of the efforts of a few dedicated seniors seemed to come together as the incoming couples smiled at first glance at their surroundings. Refreshments disappeared rapidly as the evening became a round of good food, dancing and conversation. Yet, another prom came to an end — the worry, the frenzied preparations and of course the fun. Smiling from ear to ear, Mike May and Pam Roberson make the efforts of all who worked on the prom worthwhile in their unmistakable display of happiness. A Site For Sore Eyes Grateful for a chance to relax the pace, dancers gladly slow dance to the sounds of Harvest. Rosetta Ruth Pace John Franklin Packard David Lee Palmer Tracey Rae Palmer Kathleen Loretta Parker Daniel Milan Pasko David Ernest Pasko Robert Houston Patsell Dana Marie Paulus Richard Allen Payne Marjorie Lena Pearce William Richard Pell Paula Kay Perry Denise Ruth Person Jean Annette Peters PEOPLE 231 Culminating the Class of 1979 ' s expectations of victory, Sally Lewis signs the Spirit Jug. 3 fears and Tears As a tape played “We May Never Pass This Way Again, seniors solemnly filed into the auditorium. Three years of their high school life were about to flash before their eyes. Class Night opened with the introduction of Susan Swartz and Bryan Turner, the MC ' s. The spotlight then flashed from the MC ' s to 1976 for a skit about sophomore innocence. The scene then tripped forward to the prom as Jackie Cooper sang The Long and Winding Road. l.D. Necessary, a skit, reminded of the difficulties in obtaining beer before becoming legal. Next, Carl McColman and Larry Pfeiffer read the class prophecy. The action embodied itself in a pep rally skit tracing the accomplishments of the Class of 1979. Then the spotlight quickly brought the audience to the present, when Mrs. Normal Seals, class sponsor, awarded class officers and other industrious seniors with gifts of appreciation. Historian Cathy McCarthy reached into the annals of ' 79 history with a photographic view of class activities, which brought tears and laughter to seniors as they recalled each moment. At the conclusion of the program, the class poems were read and Bryan Turner and Principal Harry B. Dyche presented Highest Honor students with Jefferson cups. As seniors rose to leave, they took a bit of the past with them, while they envisioned the future. June Lynnette Peters Laurence Myles Pfeiffer David Wayne Phares Jaime Denise Pierce Karen Anne Pobanz 232 PEOPLE David Wayne Porter Knowing “We Will Never Pass This Way Again, seniors Kathy Lewis, Liz Idiaquiz and Maria Seravia march solemnly to their seats during Class Night. Leonard Edward Poslik Timothy Ray Powell Margaret Mary Powers Robert Wayne Prato Kathy Dawn Preston Christopher Brian Prince Lora Kay Pritchett Lisa Adele Proskey Carolyn Elizabeth Reynolds Deborah Ann Rhodes Kenneth Helmick Rhodes 11 Barbara Kay Rice Brian Gerard Richards David Wayne Richards Donald Lee Rickard, Jr. Donald Arthur Riley, Jr. Bruce Eugene Rittenhouse Dale Hanson Rivenbark Steven Harold Rivers Deborah Curtis Roane James Edward Robinette Darryl DeWayne Robinson Susan Kelly Rollins PEOPLE 233 Talkative and excited seniors gathered in the cafeteria to line up for Baccalaureate. A solemn mood was set up by the processional God of Our Father, sung by the A ' Cappella Choir. After the seniors silently filed into the auditorium and took their places, Reverend Paul B. Logan delivered the invocation, and he later gave the benediction. Speaking to the graduates. Congressman Paul S. Trible opened his speech by emphasizing the fact that their parents are the most important people in their lives. The encouragement and support given by parents can never be repaid. Congressman Trible also stressed the importance of involvement in government. Baccalaureate came to a close as the graduates marched out to the recessional, You ' ll Never Walk Alone, sung by the A ' Cappella Choir. Refreshments, provided by the faculty, were served in the cafeteria, allowing seniors to mingle with their family and friends. Time For Reflection Discussing his future, Bill McKay listens attentively to what his father has to say to Mr. Al ix Turner. Emiko Donna Rods George Barry Rose James Michael Sandefur Melissa Ann Santa Barbara David Sidney Saunders Rebecca Jo Savage Jack Frederick Savedge Edward Paul Schaffer Leonard Stuart Schmidt Nancy Seitz Robin Lynn Shank Teresa McLuer Shinabery Susan Ann Silvia David Wayne Simm Angela Carmen Simmons 234 PEOPLE Wesley Newton Sims, Jr. Ren e Cynthia Singletary Michael Stephen Siviter Peter Kirk Slusar Robert Walker Small Kathleen Suzanna Smithwick William Todd Snyder Jerry Curtis South III Moni Lee Spady Cynthia June Spears Elizabeth Kay Spencer Michelle Lavonne Spencer Sherry Eskew Spencer Caron Marree Stevens Brian Yates Stewart Russell Keith Stewart William Lester Stewart Leanna Dee Stietenroth Edward Joseph Stillwell Mark Stephen Stout Barry Girard Straughen Earleen Strickland Vincent Sterling Stubbs Susan Ingrid Swartz Sheryl Inez Sweat Ramona Kay Sylver Arlis Cecilia Terry Fidgeting with his program, Loney Nunemaker remembers how nervous he was before the service. PEOPLE 235 Senioritis Quenched Senioritis was to be quenched in a two hour ceremony at the Coliseum. The Class of ' 79 began arriving at 1:15, Saturday, June 9, more alive than they had been since the last nine weeks of school. Friends met in the lobby, beaming with excitement yet to come. At 1:45, the lobby was cleared and the class was split as the males and females went to their respective sides to await the sound of the processional music. Starting right on time, the band played the fanfare to Pomp and Circumstance, and the teachers began their march. Nervously, the graduates filed into the proper area. When the last person entered, the music stopped, and Principal Harry B. Dyche gave the signal for the boys to remove their caps. After the invocation, the graduates sat down. The ceremony proceeded on to speeches, awards, and finally the receiving of diplomas. Class president June Peters stepped forward, smiled at her classmates, and together they turned their tassels. This motion finalized the transition from senior to graduate. The benediction completed, the recessional began. Teachers formed two lines, allowing the graduates to leave the graduation area in an orderly fashion. Senioritis dissolved in the realization that the Class of 1979 ' s days at Kecoughtan were finished. 236 PEOPLE Taking his final steps from Kecoughtan and proceeding toward the future, Mike Halabuk clutches his diploma. Melonie Deann Test Christopher Ernest Thomas Holly Fay Thompson Charles Andrew Thrash Cynthia Sue Trott Bryan Keith Turner Catherine Ann Tyree Michelle Annette Vanasse Patricia Annette Waagner Jeffrey Reed Wade Dwayne Lee Wall Colleen Wallace Garth William Wallis John Roger Ward, Jr. Kelly Jo Warman Gareth Henson Washington Mark Thomas Wasinger Victor Gideon Watson Sharon Lee Weade Lori Annette Weir Joseph Richard Welsh Teresa Rose Westlund Anthony Dwayne White Cynthia Diane Whited Karen Maria Williams Linda Gay Williams Rebecca Gail Williams Rhonda Lynne Williams Michael Carter Williamson Susan Gail Williamson Jacqueline Wilson William Gordon Wilson Paul Curtis Winters Wesley Curtis Witten Terry Lynn Womble Virginia Elaine Gilliland Woody Robert Charles Wright Daniel Scott Yeck Tami Lynn Younger Andrew Michael Yuengert Jill Leiani Zarger PEOPLE 237 Destination Unknown Emerging from the throes of adolescence and attempting to enter the ranks of that elusive adult haven, maturity, the Senior Class entered Kecoughtan, conscious of its authority. Seniors roamed the halls, not knowing whether to project the wise venerated student image or one of a self-assured member of elitism. Class ties remained strong and the camaraderie strengthened as the year progressed. Lulled into a false sense of security by the familiarity of the school routine, seniors were abruptly awakened during the second semester with the arrival of college and job rejections, rank announcements, CPA ' s and non-filled requirements. Thus the race began. Some students doubled classes, and others hurriedly filled out applications in hopes of a second chance. Once through this difficult phase, seniors settled into an apathetic attitude. Suddenly after two and a half years of good grades at all cost, the motto was do just enough to pass. In place of poetry and formulas, provisions and routes for Nags Head and other vacation places were memorized. As the year drew to a close, a realization dawned — for many this was the last time they would see their classmates. What had been a class, a united group of diversified individuals, was soon to be like a broken pane of glass, splintering in all directions, never to return to its original state. Approaching rapidly, the end of the year was heralded by such events as Senior Skip Weekend, the Prom, Hall of Fame, Class Night and Baccalaureate. Class favorites had been chosen, and the class had been blessed. Finally, after twelve years, a lifetime to the naive seniors, graduation appeared on the horizon. At last, it was within reach, something tangible, no longer a vague thought to be pushed into the back of one ' s mind. The seniors walked up the platform, and as they descended they left their school years behind them. The road divided into many different thoroughfares and each one chose his or her path-destination unknown. Hammering together the frame of the whale on the senior Homecoming float, Russell Miller puts his best work into it. Giving out the long awaited graduation announcements, Lori Weir and Sherri Cooper spend a delightful time meeting new people and renewing old acquaintances. 238 PEOPLE Spending an enjoyable afternoon campaigning for Paul Trible and John Reminiscing over her past three years at Kecoughtan, Holly Thompson attempts to Warner, Elaine Adams practices her patriotic salute. push the thought of graduation out of her mind. Looking forward to a summer spent working on computers at NASA, David Saunders is ready to graduate. With the same consistency of spirit throughout the year, the Class of 1979 manages to win class competition at three out of three pep rallies. PEOPLE 239 f;imes Rohi ’i Absher VAerie Ann Akers: FHA; DECA. Alvin Barnell Allen III: Football, V.; Baseball, JV, V. Patricia Rene Allen: Student Aide; DECA. Kathy Lynne Angle: FHA, COA. Robert James Balderston Andrew Porter Barber: Golf. Thomas Jeffrey Barder Larry Keith Barker, Jr.: MHS; Who ' s Who Among High School Students; Science Club; NHS. LoriAnn Baron: SCA, rep.; COE. Lisa Ann Barrosa: Sociology Club; ICC, rep.; SCA, rep.; Keyettes; I Dare You Award; Youth Cares Award. Lori Ann BarthJome: FHA; French Club; SCA, rep. .Anna Marie Basgall: (T) Bethel High School. Crystal Annette Batten: A ' cappella. Tammy Lynn Batten: Keyettes; A ' cappella; Spanish Club; Tomahawk; Hampton City chorus; Quill and Scroll; SCA, ex. bd.; Flag carrier; Who ' s Who Among High School Students. Nancy Anne Bell: Swimming; SC.A, rep. Michael Roy Belsches: NJROTC; Football, JV, V; A ' cappella. Nicole .Ann Bergin: Swimming; FHA; NHS; Tomahawk; Quill and Scroll; (T) Layton High School — Ski Club. Ann Marie Berry: Student Aide; SCA, rep.; Keyettes; MHS; Prom V.-Chairman Chairman; Sen, Class, ex. bd. Patrice Elizabeth Berry: Cheerleader, JV; SCA, rep., ex. bd.; FBLA; COE. Donna Marie Bishop: FBL.A; (T) Chugiak High School — Cheerleader; Volleyball; Tennis; Atlanta Club. Linda Denise Blacken: Band; Keyettes; Hampton City Schools Symphonic Orcliestra; Alex Mendelson Band Award; Regional Band; Hampton City Band; Governor ' s School for the Gifted; Spanish Club; John-Philip Sousa Band Award; NHS; MHS; Science Club; Girls’ State; Peninsula Youth Orchestra; Bruce C. Bagley Band Award; All-State ; rchestra. Claire Beth Boston: Spanish Club; Band. Gwendolyn Hope Bowden: SCA, rep. Trade Ode Bowling: FHA; French Club; (T) Crockett High School. Robin Tynn BLhomdn: FH.4, pres.; Flag carrier; forensic; Who ' s Who Among High School Students; Art Club, Joseph Patrick Brackin: DECA. Craig Steven Bredn StJiart Bridges: NJROTC, drill team. David Winthrop Brown: Swimming. Donna Dollin Brown: Student aide; Flag carrier. Nathaniel Tasco Brown, Jr.: Football, V, capt.; Basketball, V; Track, MVP. William Dee Browning: Spanish Club; Drama Club; SCA, rep.; Key Club; Presidential Classroom; Senior Class, ex. bd.; Prom V-chairman. Kathy Joann Bruce: TAG; French Club; (T) Virginia School of Hampton — Choir; Library Club; SCA, sec. Aldea Dawn Burnett Donna Marie Burton: FlagTwirler; MHS; Spanish Honor Society; NHS: PSAT-NMSQT Letter of Commendation. Alverdia Renee Butler: FHA; SCA, alt. rep. David Ashley Butler: Wrestling, V. Joy Lorraine Carter: FHA. Douglas Lee Cosher: Football, JV, V; A ' cappella ' Regional Chorus; Virginia State Chorus; ; Ensemble; Who ' s Who Among High School | Students; Who’s Who in American Music. i Winona Marie Castonguay: Girls ' Chorus. ' t Christopher Kelly Caudill: Football, JV; Soccer, JV, V; Wrestling, V; Key Club; ICC, rep.; Science j club, v.p. ; I! Patricia Diane Champine: Pep Club; Spanish i ' Honor Society; Flag carrier. j Beverlly Anne Chase j Sherrie Lynn Childress: Student aide. i I Hffrold Vance Chrisman, Jr.: NJROTC. ' ' I Cynthia Christensen: Library Club; VICA, treas. Eric Andrew Clexton: NJROTC; Soccer, V. Pamela Louise Coates Alisa Fay Coffey: Band; Soccer, JV, mgr.; COE. Wendy Lee Conley: SCA, rep,; ICT, sec.; VICA. ! Jimmy Daryle Cook ■ Kimberley Jill Cooley: Wrestling, mgr.; FHA; A ' cappella; VICA; SCA, alt. rep.; (T) Eielson High School. Jacqueline Juanita Cooper: A ' cappella; Drama Club; SCA, rep.; Hampton City School Chorus; Who ' s Who Among High School Students; PSAT-NMSQT Letter of Commendation. Sherri, Michele Cooper Linda Elizabeth Corey: German Club; Flag Carrier. Doran Michael Cortnvell: Football, JV, V; Baseball, JV, V. Carolyn Sue Cournoyer: Drama Club; VICA. Stephen Hamilton Cowles Lisa Catherine Crompton Mary Anne Criste: Majorette, alt.; ICT. Joseph William Croswell: Basketball, JY; Who ' s. Who Among High School Students. Karen Anne Crusberg: Latin Club; Latin Honor Society; Basketball Homecoming, soph, att.; Tomahawk; SCA, rep.; Girls ' State; Keyettes; Quill and Scroll; Football Homecoming, jr. att.; Senior Class, v.p. Suzanne Cunningham: A ' cappella; SCA, rep.; | Ensemble; Miss KHS, 3rd runner up. Miss i Congeniality. . Timothy Scott Caison: Wrestling. t I 1 Ok Kyong Curry: Girls ' Tennis; (T) Pembroke High School. Barbara Anna Curtis: FHA. Cynthia Marie Davis: ICT, treas. Ronda Marie Davis ' Karen Sue Deal: Band sec.; French Honor Society, sec., v.p.; French Club; Keyettes. Tammy Lynn Dean: Girls ' Track; FBLA; COE. April Yvonne Denn: Drama Club; (T) Pembroke High School — Girls ' Tennis; Newspaper. Tina Marie DePrinzio: Girls ' Basketball. Teresa Leigh DeRyder: Swimming; DECA; FBLA. I Ravindra Kumar Dhanvada: Tomahawk, photographer; Key Club, v.p.; Chess; SCA, rep.; Science Club: Quill and Scroll. I Charles Leslie Dickens: Baseball, JV; SCA, rep.; I Drama Club; DECA. I Anne Wooldridge Doop: FHA; SCA, alt. rep.; I Drama Club; Tribal Tales. I Joann Beverly Dorman: DECA. Michael Patrick Dowdy: Band; Stage Band; Hampton City Band; SCA, rep. I Michael Patrick Downes: Football, JV, V; German Club; Basketball. I Gary David Dronen: Soccer, V; SCA, rep.; ICC, i rep.; German Club, Tennis; Science Club; Key Club. ; Undo Sue Duck: A ' cappella; FHA, treas.; Ensemble; Flag carrier; Miss KHS, 2nd runner up. Penny Lynn Earley Theresa Marie Earwood: FHA; Student aide; Flag carrier. Michael Joseph Edgette: Band; Baseball, JV, V; Presidential Classroom; Key Club. Deborah Lynne Edwards: Girls ' Track; Band; NHS, v.p. Doris Denise Elliott: FHA; DECA. Vincent Christopher Emmons: Tomahawk, photographer. Stephanie Leigh Farmer: SCA, rep., ex. bd.; COE; Student Aide. Dominique Marie Antionette Fequiere: FHA; SCA, rep. Joellyn Louise Ferguson: NHS; (T) Shape American High School — Volleyball; FBLA. Miriam Diane Ferguson: DECA. Daihd Edtvard Fly Doreen Gay Foster: Band; Spanish Club. Sondra Dee Fults: Girls ' Basketball. John David Futrell: Soccer, JV; SCA, rep. Lisa Renee Gardner: A ' cappella; Hampton City Chorus; Regional Chorus; SCA, rep.; Who ' s Who Among High School Students; Ensemble; Flag carrier. Donald Allan Gear Robert Bums Gibson III: Art League. Deric Neil Giddens: Chess; Drama Club; (T) Wagner High School — Football. Jeffrey Paul Gill: Science Club; (T) Hinton High School — Football, JV; Baseball, JV; French Club; Biology Club. Sandra Faye Gillaspie: DECA; FHA. Rita Rose Gillett: Gymnastics; NHS; (T) Sumter Hig h School. Janice Lynn Gonser: Gymnastics; DECA. David Lee Gordon: French Honor Society; MHS; Key Club; Boys ' State; Soccer, V; (T) Carlisle High School — Baseball, JV. Linda Ann Grishaxv Carey Garner Hackney, Jr.: SCA, rep.; Who ' s Who- Among High School Students; Chess, pres. Michael Patrick Halabuk: Key Club; Spanish Club; Spanish Honor Society; Boys ' State; Spanish IV Award; Who ' s Who Among High School Students; Tribal Tales: TorcJi; SCA, rep.; ICC, rep.; Tom-Tom. Gail Ann Halsey: SCA, rep.; Flag-twirler, capt.; FHA. Keely Laine Hamilton: Drama Club; Thespian Society. Susan Kay Handley: Spanish Club, sec.; treas.; Keyettes, chaplain; A ' cappella; Hampton City Chorus; Regional Chorus, alt.; MHS; Tomahaxok, editor; NHS, nominating chairman; Girls ' State. Juliana Clarisse Harding: Cheerleader, JV, V; Gymnastics; Football Homecoming, jun. att.; SCA, pres.; FBLA, pres. Samuel Harris: Jun. Class, v.p.; SCA, ex. bd. Jill Letecia Haselden: Girls ' Track; Flag Carrier. Josie Jacqueline Hashemzadeh: French Club, pres. Donna Lynn Hatch: Girls ' Basketball, capt.; SCA, rep,; Tribal Tales, Sports editor; Student Aide; Girls ' Tennis; Who ' s Who Among High School Students; Tom-Tom; Keyettes. William Keith Hatcher: NJROTC. Michael Echlin Hathaway: Basketball, JV, MVP, V; SCA, rep. Thomas Wilson Hayes: DECA. Bonnie Jean Hefner Christopher Edwin Hilliard: Track; Key Club. Robert Earl Hite III: Cross Country, capt., MVP; Hampton City Cross Country; Indoor Track; Science Club. Patrick Bartley Hogston: SCA, rep. Elaine Kay Holley: French Club; Latin Honor Society. Christie Lee Holliday: DECA; SCA, rep. Robert James Hollinger Gloria Jeanette Holly: SCA, rep.; FBLA. Johnny Holly, Jr.: ICT. Kimberley Renee Holmes: Band; Hampton City Band; Keyettes; Who ' s Who Among High School Students; Kecoughtan Chamber Orchestra. PEOPLE 241 Cathleen McCatm m co-capt.; Carl Daniel. McCSrrm Honor Society; Ch( e tor, opinion ed Who ' s Who Students; Latin Cli SCA, v.p.; ICC, PI Thespians. I mahawk. omawawk; Quill State; Jun. Class, ard; Who ' s Who Am Art League; Presidei Iry III Leaders, runri Irman; Prom, v.-chJ eadows :nd run: ds: Gyrnnastic: mier: Girls ' Trad I Quill and Sera Iketbalp Homecd ir Medal; NHS;| Tndy Lee Miller: Key- Club; ICC; SCA, rj Honor Society. M isffls ' i’- 1 ; ;j lelinda{Leigh Howard: DECA. ■ ■ Lj amela Howard: Student aide: VICA, par!.; (T) iK, Pembroke High School — FBLA; (T) Clarksville ’ ' 5 - High School — FFA, ' ' A rr..X t%.‘ ' vid Hughes: Football, JV, V; SCA, rep.; -L Frenclf Club; Science, Club; Track. . . I ■ ■■ I ' T- QJander Ddetier Jaek ' Son ' r. Soccer; Baseball; MA. SCA. rep. - v:, •• v. .Uw. ...- ' v ;■ ,- ' -G I ¥- ;L , r. ' • A , Susan Jane larmoloxv‘iki: FHA; Hfi|npton ;FHA, A’ pres.; .4rt League, trees. • : . Jade Marie Jewett: Governor ' s School for.the ‘Gifted; Drama Club; Biolo Merit Award;- Hampton Youth Council, Mayor; Art Leagiie, ' i pr -i Thespian QA, v.p.; Torch; NHS; QAR ary Award;Virll ' State; Tomahaipk Jiyistiict eague, pres. ■ rJZurtis Dale Jimenez; A ' cappella; (T ) Hamptor . High School — Track. Garnett Leigh Johnson: DECA; FHA, sec.; Quill nd Scroll; Tribal Tales, man. editor. Cre§ ' y Michael Johnson Janna ntiricia Johnson: Swimmii|g, capt.; Band; FfenettiClub; French Honor Ssdef ' dence Club; BSeyettes; NHS. ' ' Lawrence’ wage Jones ■ jenfiifer Ann Kavanaugh: (T) Autauga County High School. Jacqueline Carolyn Kennedy: Band; Drama Club; FHA; Tom-Tom. Susan Eileen Kilduff: Girls ' Basketball, co-capt.; Art Club; Who ' s Who Among High School Students. Edward Jorge Kimball: Band; Jr. Class, treas. William Lawrence King: Star Trek Club; Library Club. Gary Lamar Kirkland: A ' cappella; Ensemble; Regional Chorus. Sharon Mae Koronas: Library Club; Art Club. Eric Wayne Krob: (T) York High School. Donna Lynn LaBarre: FHA. Scva §mieth Maria ThereW Miffi Gregory Alan McCa Scroll; Tom-To i eresa Lynn Johnson La Mary Elizabeth, Lamher i. Cheerleader, )V, V;:, Men Estelle Lane: S ■ ' FHA;, pres, , J l ionda Carol La ' f .rt Jmut Dee LaSulaj DECi tylyffi Marga SfKf on Michael Leaveyk Srian ChaHm Lroi BL 1 lu William Leslie McKay, |||i|ifl||B|| nish Honod l RT-NMSQT Lei High School. Rnr McLean thur McNeil: (T) 1 ymiy nnn ' Icia.ss, c CA, rt ®3rapht( ' SchiwlJ ’Classrp ..Hall of ' tvlHS; S ■t. Rosalinda Willie McQuillek: NJROTC, Dnll Distinguish® Cadet Award, ' eaj| fpres., company commander. Drill tearr w co-comman«r; American LegicJ ilitary Award. .cL. Pamela Anne Miss KHS m: NJROTC; Sp r Society. CliTB? Karen Ann Mary Beth ECA. ent Aide; FHA OE. Laura Ann Tomaha State; R Rennsa Paul Edward Lyon: V Catherine Sue Maratella Mark Andrew Marshall: Student Aide. Karen Ld Aichael Pamel fnn Millard: DE GaaKee Miller cappella; Ens ble. Mary Jo Masfon; ' |pram v.p.; Latin Honpr So sec.; Who ' s Wh4 Am PSAT-NMSQT %tte lub; Latin Clilb, sec., ty; Keyettes; Sm. Class, ; High School Commendatio HHI Russell Gene Mule CA. Sarah Elizabeth Swimming; School — VJ French Club; eyettes; ' SCA, rep.; Girls ' ng, jun. att.; ence Club. b, sec., treas.; Spanish Forensics; Spanish las Miller: NHS, treas.; FBLA; , rep.; (T) Weston Creek High yball; Choir; Cricket; Squash. 242 PEOPLE Thomas Eric Miller: Soccer, JV, V. Thomas James Miller, Jr.: Band. Gwendollyn Melissa Monteith: Student Aide; FBLA. Patricia Lynn Montgomery: Soccer, mgr. Michael Thomas Moon: Band; Track; Key Club; V, Cross Country; Tomahawk; Quill and Scroll. Darlene Joan Moore: Football Homecoming, soph, att. David Joseph Moore: (T) Bedford High School — Audio Visual Club; Soccer, V. Michael Thomas Moore: Soccer, JV, MVP; German Club; Golf; Key Club; Science Club. Anna Louise Morales: Tomahaivk: Spanish Club; Quill and Scroll; Keyettes; ICC, rep.; SCA, rep.; Spanish V Award. Erin Moran: SCA, ex. bd.; Basketball Homecoming, sen. att. Edward Harvey Morris: DECA. Vernon Dennis Morris: Band; Stage Band. Paul Richard Morrow, Jr.: Basketball, JV; Spanish Club; Tennis, V; Science Club; Key Club; SCA, rep. Gail Anne Moses: FHA; SCA, rep.; Science Club; Who ' s Who Among High School Students. Michael William Motley Steven Martin Mullaley: Soccer, JV, V. Robert Edward Murray 11: ICT. Cherie Monet Mustico: SCA, rep.; (T) International School Bangkok — French Club; Thai History and Culture Club; Soccer, V; Softball, V. Deborah Lynne Nichols Loney Gerald Nunemaker, Jr.: Band; Swimming; ICC; SCA. Toni Corrine Nystrom: FHA; VICA. M Kevin Fielding Oakes: Swimming; Who ' s Who Among High School Students. ! f Jeffrey O ' Connell: Soccer, JV. |‘ Nancy Ann O ' Connell: SCA, alt. Dennis Alexander O ' Connor: Debate; Spanish fc, Club; German Club; German I Award; Spanish ' II Award;, Jun. Class, pres.; MHS; Spanish Honor Society; DAR Good Citizenship Award; German II Award; Boys ' State; Spanish III Award; ex. bd.; NHS. Jean Annette Peters: Cheerleader, JV, V, capt.; Drama Club; SCA, rep., treas, pari.; ICC, rep.; Latin Club, pres.; Green Survival; Who ' s Who Among High School Students; Latin Honor Society; Keyettes, district rep.; Sen. Class, ex. bd.; Miss KHS, Chairman; Science Club; Girls ' Tennis. June Lynnette Peters: German Club; Soph. Class, pres.; Majorette, co-capt., capt.; NHS; Girls ' State, Lt. Gov.; Girls ' Track; MHS; Science Club; AFROTC Scholarship; Sen. Class, pres. Laurence Myles Pfeiffer: Spanish Honor Society; Spanish Club, v.p.; SCA, rep., ex. bd.; Tribal Tales, editor; MHS; NHS; ICC, rep.; Who ' s Who Among High School Students; Boys ' State; Quill and Scroll; Sen. Class, ex. bd.. Prom chairman; Drama Club; Tom-Tom, editor; Century III Leadership School Winner. David Wayne Phares: Chess. Jaime Denise Pierce: Cheerleader, JV, V; Girls ' Track; Tribal Tales; SCA, rep. Karen Anne Pobanz: Drama Club; SCA, rep., sec. David Wayne Porter: German Club; FBLA, Leonard Edward Posltk: Football, V. Timothy Ray Powell: Band. Margaret Mary Powers: SCA, rep., treas.; Jun. Class, Chaplain; Who ' s Who Among High School Students; PSAT-NMSQT Letter of Commendation; Torch. Robert Wayne Prato: Tomahaivk, photographer; (T) York High School. Kathy Dawn Preston: FHA; SCA, rep.; DECA. Christopher Brian Prince: DECA. Lora Kay Pritchett: Cheerleader, JV, V; SCA, rep.; Basketball Homecoming, soph, att.; A ' cappella; ICC, rep.; Girls ' Track. Lisa Adele Proskey: Soccer, V. mgr. Carolyn Elizabeth Reynolds: (T) Friendy Senior High School — Volleyball, JV; Softball, V. Deborah Ann Rhodes: (T) Hamilton Township High School — Homecoming, soph, att.; Gymnastics. Donald Lee Rickard, Jr.: Band; (T) Prince George High School — Drama Club; Stage Band. Donald Arthur Riley, Jr.: Baseball, JV, V. Bruce Eugene Rittenhouse: German Club; MHS; Band; NHS; PS.AT-NMSQT Letter of Commendation; Science Club. Jerry Lawson Olson: Football, JV, V, quad-capt.; NJROTC; Wrestling, V, Co-capt.; Key Club, Jessica Lee Ortiz: Girls ' Basketball; FHA, pres. Faith Suzanne Otero: Swimming, mgr.; SCA, rep.; Spanish Club. John Franklin Packard David Lee Palmer Tracey Rae Palmer: Girls ' Basketball; Volleyball; DECA. Kathleen Loretta Parker: Girls ' Track. Daniel Milan Pasko David Ernest Pasko Dana Marie Paulus: DECA; FHA, Richard Allen Payne: Track. Marjorie Lena Pearce Paula Kay Perry: VICA; ICT. Denise Ruth Person: Hampton School ' s Symphonic Orchestra; Hampton Chamber Orchestra; MHS; Peninsula Youth Orchestra; Hampton Quartet; Who ' s Who Among High School Students; NHS; Virginia Southern Division State Orchestra; All-Virginia Orchestra. PEOPLE 24 Dale Hanson Rivenbark Steven Harold Rivers: Basketball, JV, V. James Edward Robinette Darryl DeWayne Robinson: Football, ]V; Baseball, jV, V. Susan Kelly Rollins: FHA. Envko Donna Rorls: Flagtwirler; SCA, rep.; FBLA. George Barry Rose: Football, V; Wrestling; Track; SCA, rep.; Who ' s Who Among High School Students; Key Club. Melissa Ann Santa Barbara: Keyettes; SCA, rep.; Tomahawk, photographer. David Sidney Saunders: Science Club; Chess; Hampton Chamber Orchestra; Peninsula Youth Orchestra. Rebecca Jo Savage: Girls ' Tennis, capt., MVP; Drama Club; Latin Club, treas.; ICC, rep.; Latin Honor Society; Who ' s Who Among High School Students; Keyettes; Sen. Class, chaplain. Jack Frederick Savedge: A ' cappella; SCA, rep.; Ensemble. Edzvard Paul Schaffer Leonard Stuart Schmidt: ICT. Nancy Seitz: Drama Club; Band; Student Aide. Susan Ann Silvia: DECA. David Wayne Simm: Golf; Key Club; Who ' s Who Among High School Students. Wesley Nezvton Sims, Jr.: SCA, rep.; Science Club; Tennis; Key Club. Michael Stephen Siviter Peter Kirk Slusar: Swimming; Science Club. ,Alonzo Columbus Smith, Jr.: Football, JV, V; Basketball, V, all district; SCA, rep. Kathleen Suzanna Smithwick: Student aide; FHA. William Todd Snyder: Drama Club; Band. Jerry Curtis South III: Band; Soccer, JV; Golf; Tomahawk; Presidential Classroom; Quill and Scroll. Moni Lee Spady: SCA, rep.; VICA; ICT. Cynthia June Spears Elizabeth Kay Spencer: Regional Chorus; FBLA; COE. Michelle Lavonne Spencer: Girls ' Basketball. Sherry Eskeio Spencer Caron Marree Stevens: SCA, rep. Brian Yates Stewart: Soccer, JV, V. Russell Keith Stexvart: DECA; Basketball, JV. Leanna Dee Stietenroth: Student aide. Edxvard Joseph Stillwell: Football, JV, V; DECA. Mark Stephen Stout: SCA, rep.; Science Club; Spanish Club; Key Club. Earleen Strickland: Girls ' Basketball. Vincent Sterling Stubbs: Wrestling, JV. Susan Ingrid Swartz: FHA; Keyettes, v.p.; Tribal Tales, feature editor; Quill and Scroll; Girls ' State; Who ' s Who Among High School Students; NHS; Green Survival. Sheryl Inez Sweat: (T) Jefferson Davis High School — Biology Club; Safety Club: Spanish Honor Society; Who ' s Who Among High School Students; Volleyball; Softball. Ramona Kay Sylver: FHA. Arlis Cecilia Terry: Spanish Club, pres.; Band; NHS; Hampton City Band; Tomahawk; Quill and Scroll; Keyettes, pres.; MHS; Girls ' State; Who ' s Who Among Fligh School Students; PSAT-NMSQT Letter of Commendation. Melonie Deann Test: FHA. Christopher Ernest Thomas: Chess; Debate Team; Who ' s Who Among High School Students. Holly Fay Thompson: Band, sec., pres.; Girls ' State; NHS; MHS; Indian Banner Carrier. Charles Andrew Thrash: Drama Club. Cynthia Sue Trott: Art Club; ICC, rep.; (T) George Washington Senior High School. Bryan Keith Turner: Tomahawk, head photographer; Wrestling, mgr.; Quill and Scroll. Catherine Ann Tyree: Drama Club; Who ' s Who Among High School Students; FBLA; French Club; (T) Gloucester High School — SCA, rep.; Debate Club; Forensics. Patricia Annette Waagner: Band; Hampton City Band; Regional Band; ICT; VICA, pres. Jeffrey Reed Wade: Creative Communications Summer Program for the Gifted; Spanish Honor Society; Quill and Scroll; MHS; NHS; Key Club; Tomahawk, Copy editor; Presidential Classroom; Creative Writing Award. Divayne Lee Wall Colleen Wallace: German Club; FHA. Garth William Wallis: NHS, pres.; MHS; Science Club; Swimming, capt.; Key Club; Drama Club; (T) E. W. Clark High School — French Club; Chess Club; Computer Class Club; DebateTeam; JuniorClass Council; Boys ' State. John Roger Ward, Jr.: Soccer, JV, V; Science Club. Kelly Jo Warman: DECA. Gareth Henson Washington: Basketball, JV; FBLA; Track. Mark Thomas Wasinger: Basketball, JV, V; Baseball, JV, MVP, V. District, Peninsula; Latin Honor Society. Victor Gideon Watson: Track; Cross Country; Science Club. Sharon Lee Weade: FHA; Student aide; COE; SCA, rep. Joseph Richard Welsh: Track, co-capt.; MHS; NHS; Who ' s Who Among High School Students; Key Club; Tom-Tom. Teresa Rose Westlund: Soccer, JV, mgr.; SCA, rep.; NJROTC. 244 PEOPLE Cynthia Diane Whited: Hampton Schools ' Symphonic Orchestra; Hampton Chamber Orchestra; Who ' s Who Among High School Students; German Club, hist.; All-Virginia Orchestra; Virginia Southern Division State Orchestra; SCA, rep. Karen Maria Williams: Girls ' Track; (T) American School of Brasilia — Swimming; Soccer; Basketball. Rebecca Gail Williams: Girls ' Chorus. Stisan Gail Williamson: A ' cappella; Regional Chorus; Forensics; Who ' s Who Among High School Students; Drama Club. Jacqueline Wilson William Gordon Wilson: German Club; Soccer, JV, V; PSAT-NMSQT Letter of Commendation. Paul Curtis Winters: Football, JV; Soccer, V; SCA, rep. Wesley Curtis Witten: Football, V; Wrestling, V; A ' cappella; Hampton City Chorus; DECA; SCA, rep., chaplain; Boys ' State; Regional Chorus; Ensemble. Terry Lynn Womble: Band, v.p.; Hampton City Band; Girls; Basketball; Orchestra. Robert Charles Wright: SCA, rep.; Spanish Club; Spanish Honor Society; pres.; MHS; Drama Club. Tami Lynn Younger: FHA. Andrew Michael Yuengert: Key Club, v.p., pres.; Chess; French Club; A ' cappella, v.p., pres.; Regional Chorus; French Honor Society; MHS; NHS; ICC, rep.; Tennis Team; Governor ' s School for the Gifted; Boys ' State; PSAT-NMSQT Finalist; DAR Good Citizenship Award; Ensemble. Jill Leiani Zarger: Band; majorette, co-capt. PEOPLE 245 Credits 1978-79 Editor Susan Handley Copy Editor Jeff Wade Karen Crusberg Anna Morales Jade Jewett Sally Lewis Nicole Bergin Arlis Terry Curt South Mike Moon Will Lundberg Mary Edgette Mary Glynn Heidi Myer Anne Maloney Belinda Irick Lynda Page Nancy Smith Kathleen Hinnebusch Paul Farquharson Susan Holtam Tim O ' Connor Cheryl Vosika Tina Erb Liz White Allison Butler Patty Olson Susan Moran Mike Gillett Demir Bingol Mark Smith Kurt Obeck SANDIE YAMASAKI Photographers Bryan Turner Ravi Dhanvada Steve Guion Bill McKay Bob Prato Jeff Meier Greg Jones Mike Taylor Cory Fanning Jerry Daniel Vince Emmons . , Artwork Jade Jewett All Art Work Mary Glynn Pages 28-29 Advisor Mrs. Sophia P. Romano Printed by the Hunter Publishing Company of Winston-Salem, North Carolina, the 1979 Tomahawk is an art-leather bound shield of papers, depicting the 1978-79 school year in words an d pictures. With the aid of company representative, Mr. John Perry, the yearbook was finally delivered to the plant by July 1. The Tomahawk ' s embossed cover was designed and drawn by talented staffer. Jade Jewett. As chosen by the editors, the type for the 1979 edition was 10, 8, 6 pt. Palatino, leaded 2 pt. Throughout the year, a group of about twenty eight dedicated individuals rushed to meet deadlines. Constantly willing to help, Mrs. Nancy Shrout typed the senior statistics and index. Special appreciation and infinite gratitude went to Sandie Yamasaki, a 1978 graduate, whose hard work and loyalty were invaluable assets to the staff. Mr. Wilson Moore of Rempak conducted the photography for senior portraits and underclass photographs. Head student photographer, Bryan Turner, and other staffers captured the year ' s events in the candid and color pictures. As in years past, sponsor, Mrs. Sophia P. Romano, played a priceless role in the production of the yearbook. She pushed, proded and cajoled the staff through the tedium of routine days and hectic deadline days. She also typed all the yearbook copy. Finally, the staff and Mrs. Romano smiled — the Tomahawk was finished. “Well, even if it is too dark, you can see her eyes,” explains a defensive Bryan Turner to the incredulous Tomahawk three-year veterans — Anna Morales, Sally Lewis, Editor Susan Handley, and Arlis Terry. 246 COLOPHON KECOUGHTAN INDEX Batten, Crystal 216 Bowling, Tracie 217 Batten, Tammy 19, 165, 216 Bowman, Robin 217 Battle, Cassandra 192 Boyd, Alberta Mrs. 133 Beaumont, Tamara 192, 198 Boyd, Jacqueline 193 Beck, Joseph Mr. 154, 155 Boyd, Mike 56, 156 Becouvarakis, Peggy Mrs. 144, 145 Boyd, Terry 171 Bell, Crystol 99, 216 Brackin, Joseph 217 Belsches, Michael 37, 45, 216 Bradley, Kenneth 171 Bembry, Minnie Mrs. 108, 118 Bragg, Betty Mrs. 133, 211 Absher, James 147, 216 Bennett, Curtis 170 Brand, Denise 105, 193, 213 Adams, Cheryl 192 Bentley, Bettina 117 Brandon, Adrienne 6, 193 Adams, James 157, 170 Bergin, Nicole 97, 217, 246 Braswell, Terrie 193 Adams, Janice 192 Bergin, Steven 67, 170 Braziani, Jodi 171 Adams, Joyce 83, 93, 216, 239 Bergman, Brett 172 Breen, Craig 217 Addison, Donna 170 Berry, Ann 217 Bridges, Stuart 217 Adkins, Jeffrey 192 Berry, Lynn 192 Bridgette, Arlene 149, 193, 202 Adkins, Karen 170 Berry, Patrice 217 Bridgette, Darlene 193 Adkins, William 192 Berube, Bruce 54, 55, 193 Briggs, Bobby 171 Aheimer, Gary 170 Beverly, Jean 193 Briggs, Rosalie 106, 171, 182 Akers, Valerie 217 Bickert, Dale 213, 217 Broadway, Valerie 193 Alcott, Lynn 192 Bickett, Mary 215, 217 Brock, Barbara 193 Alcott, Robert 141, 216 Bingol, Demir 97, 126, 171 246 Brooks, Diana 193 Allen, Alvin 30, 62, 63, 216 Bishop, Bette Mrs. 122 Brooks, Teresa 171 Allen, Janis 170 Bishop, Donna 217 Brown, Ada 171 Allen, Lorraine 192 Black, Lawrence 193 Brown, David 218 Allen, Patricia 216 Blacken, Linda 30, 217, 227 Brown, Debbie 193 Alligood, Sara Mrs. 40 Blanchard, Kimberly 193 Brown, Donna 218 Alston, Belinda 170 Bland, Marian 171 Brown, James 61 Alston, Gary 192 Blank, Joan South Mrs. 80, 144 Brown, Karen 171 Alvis, Connie 170 Blelloch, Wanda Mrs. 141, 142 Brown, Kimberly A. 193 Aman, Donna 170 Bliley, Keith 171 Brown, Kimberly K. 171 Ames, Todd 52, 74 Bluestone, Jo Ellen 217 Brown, Maynard 56 Anderson, Susan 170 Bobko, Christine 171 Brown, Michael 218 Anderson, Terri 192 Bobko, Janine 193 Brown, Nathaniel 5, 30, 45, 218 Anderson, William Mr. 163 Boehme, Michael 45, 171 Browning, William 15, 27, 218 Angle, Kathy 216 Boone, David 146 Bruce, Kathy 139, 218 Arneson, Karen 67, 170, 176, 188 Booth, Karen 193 Bryant, Aaron 45, 46, 47 Arthur, Cheryl 192 Booth, Shirley Mrs. 123, 125 Bryant, Gail 193 Ashe, Lawrence 172 Boston, Claire 85, 217 Bui, Lan 171 Boudreaux, Lionel 62, 63 Bullard, Mary 106 Bowden, Gwendolyn 217 Bullock, Kelly 30, 32 Bowen, Belinda 168 Bunts, Kimberly 191, 194 Babcock, Elizabeth 192 Bailey, Robert 170 Bailey, Timothy 216 Baines, Conrad 52 Baker, Mary 192 Balderas, Tammy 170 Balderston, Robert 216 Ball, Mary Ms. 141 Ballau, Timothy 192 Banks, Wanda 170 Barber, Andrew 68, 216 Barber, Perry 170 Barber, Roscoe Mr. 93, 137 Barder, Thomas 216 Barefoot, Wanda 170 Barker, Larry 140, 216 Barnes, Sandra 105, 192 Baron, Lori Ann 216 Barroso, Lisa 216 Barthlome, Lori 216 Basgall, Anna 216 Basgall, William 192 Bass, Veronica 192 Bassett, Kenneth 45, 170 Bates, Julie 170 Excelling in creative writing throughout his years in high school, Jeff Wade receives a dictionary from Mr. Robert Croft at the Awards Assembly. INDEX 247 Burchett, Craig 147 Burchett, Verna 171 Burgdorf, Katherine 77, 194 Burnett, Aldea 218 Burnett, Anne 171 Burnett, Jennifer 171 Burrell, Tyrone 30, 38 Burton, Donna 36, 218 Butler, Allison 171, 187, 189, 246 Butler, Alverdia 218 Butler, David 219 Butler, John 52 Butler, Polly Mrs. 132 Butti, Michael 172 Bynum, Tony 172 Byrd, Terry 219 Byrn, David 26, 27, 90, 98 Byrum, Dorothy 194 Cabrera, Elizabeth 172 Caison, Larry 141, 127, 214, 219 Caison, Lisa 194 Caison, Timothy 56, 219 Callis, Robert Mr. 124 Campbell, Cathy 172 Campbell, Kenneth 194 Campbell, Robin 194 Cannan, Deborah 73, 172 Cantonwine, Erica 172 Carpenter, Dawn 194, 204, 210 Carter, Angela 172 Carter, Cheryl Mrs. 101, 112, 150 Carter, Dale 172 Carter, Dawn 116 Carter, Joy 219 Carter, Teri 172 Cash, Katherine 194 Casher, Douglas 19, 30, 227 Castle, Jerry Mr. 107 Castonguay, Winona 219 Caudill, Christopher 93, 219 Cawley, William Mr. 54, 56, 142 Chambers, Sheryl 219 Champine, Patricia 219 Chase, Beverley 219 Cheeseman, Tarlette 73, 172 Cheney, Sompis 194 Childress, Sherri 121, 219 Choiniere, Robin 194 Chrisman, Harold 219 Christensen, Cynthia 219 Christian, Laura 194 Christian, Terry 172 Christiansen, David 45, 172 Ciolkosz, Donna 191, 194 Clark, Rebekah 30, 95, 98, 99 Clark, Robyn 172 Clark, Thomas 195 Clements, Mary 194 Clexton, Eric 58, 219 Coates, Pamela 219 Codd, Thomas 172 Coffey, Alisa 220 Cohen, Connie 82, 195 Cole, Mary 172 Cole, Trade 195 Coles, Lillie 172 Colvin, Joanne 195 Compton, Jenny 172, 179 Conley, Wendy 220 Conrad, Revis Mr. 142 Cook, Denise 73 Cook, Jeffrey 172 Cook, Jimmy 220 Cooley, Kimberley 220 Cooley, Laura 86, 172 Cooper, Casper 14 Cooper, Jacqueline 220, 232 Cooper, Sherri 220, 238 Copeland, Charlotte 172 Corey, Linda 6, 220 Cornwell, Michael 45, 62, 63, 220 Cosby, Camerson 52, 74, 75, 172, 184 Coughlin, Debbie 172 Coughlin, Karen 195 Coulson, Timothy 61 Coulson, Tony 61 Cournoyer, Carolyn 91, 221 Cowan, Jack 18 Cowles, Stephen 221 Cox, Leslie 45 Crampton, Lisa 221 Creekmore, Vickie 80, 105, 149, 221 Crenshaw, Susan 172 Crenshaw, Timothy 172 Crews, Alfred 29, 92, 111, 191, 195, 198, 202, 204, 206 Crist, Jonathan 71, 173 Criste, Mary 221 Croft, Robert Mr. 116, 117 Cromer, Susan 173 Crooms, Becky 173 Crosby, Gayle 221 Crosby, Troy 56, 173 Crossett, Dale 173, 195 Crosslin, Cathy 173 Croswell, Joseph 30, 159, 221 Croyle, Gerrie 195 Crusberg, Karen 20, 31, 96, 215, 221, 246 Cunningham, Suzanne 24, 30, 86, 221 Curry, OK Kyong 221 Curtis, Barbara 221 Dail, Melissa 173 Daniel, Gerald 60, 61, 173, 246 Daniels, Danette 195 Dargle, Susan 63, 173, 175, 176, 177 Darlington, Cynthia 195 Davis, Beverly 173 Davis, Cynthia 221 Davis, Janette 195 Davis, Kathy 173 Davis, Rhonda 221 Davis, Sandra 221 Dawkins, Angela 195 Dawkins, Evelyn Mrs. 133 Deal, Karen 221 Dean, Tammy 221 Deanhofer, Robert 173 Dech, Lee 21, 61 Dech, Michael 173 Dell, Myra 175 Denn, April 221 Denning, John 61 Denning, Joy 73, 173 Denton, Buddy Mr. 54, 62, 63, 152, 153 Denton, Robert 195 Deprinzio, Tina 221 Deryder, Teresa 221 Devine, Katherine 195 Devorshak, Yanna 195 Dhanvada, Ravindra 2, 100, 164, 221, 246 Diaz, Raul 173 Dickens, Alicia 173 Dickens, Charles 30, 221 Diffenderfer, Lisa 29, 195, 204, 206 Dilley, Laura 221 Dillon, Robin 173 Dinger, Roberta 221 Dishman, Catherine 89, 173 Dixon, Anita 53, 173, 176, 184 Dodson, John 45 Dodson, Russell 221 Dodson, Terri 173 Doggett, Valerie 76, 77, 113, 195 Doop, Anne 222 Dorman, Audrey 121 Dorman, Joann 222 Dowalo, Robert 173 Dowdy, David 85, 195 Dowdy, Michael 222 Downes, Bettina 80, 195, 208 Downes, Michael 222 Downing, Erich Mr. 128 Dronen, Gary 23, 222 Duck, Linda 24, 33, 222 Duffy, Timothy 60, 173 Duke, Jennifer 173 Dunigan, Sandra 222 Beginning to wonder where she put her Prom bid, Janice Gonser continues her search as her date looks on. 248 INDEX Presenting an award for achievement in Century III scholarship competition, Mr. Harry B. Dyche gives his hand to congratulate a weary Chris Thomas. Durham, Kimberly 196 Durkee, Richard 196 Durkot, Lynne 173 Duval, Douglas 18 Duvall, Bruce 196 Dyche, Harry Mr. 17, 18, 31, 35, 46, 116, 117, 120, 230, 232, 236 Earhart, Kathleen 222 Earley, Penny 222 Earwood, Theresa 222 Eddie, Marcus 37 Edgette, Billy 61 Edgette, Mary 24, 40, 112, 135, 196, 203, 212, 246 Edgette, Michael 10, 215, 217, 222 Edgette, Susan 61, 174 Edwards, Deborah 6, 24, 32, 36, 73, 135, 222, 227 Edwards, Janet 174 Edwards, Jeffrey 196 Edwards, Karin 73, 174, 196, 210 Edwards, Sheri 174 Ellingsworth, Joyce Mr. 142 Elliot, Denise 222 Ellis, David 197 Ellis, Lisa 174 Elmore, Duane 52 Emerson, Karen 72, 174 Emmons, Vincent 222, 246 Epps, Samuel Mr. 154 Erb, Tina 90, 174, 186, 246 Erwin, Richard 196 Ericson, Michelle 174 Eshb ach, Lisa 174 Esponsito, Lorraine 196 Evans, Alese Mrs. 121 Faircloth, Gary 9, 196, 197, 198, 206 Farmer, Stephani 222 Farquharson, Paul 29, 45, 60, 61, 196, 211, 246 Farrow, Cynthia 90 Faxon, Lew Mr. 48, 49, 160 Fee, Richard 174 Felker, Lori 174 Felton, Derlyn 45, 155, 174 Ferguson, Donna 196 Ferguson, Jennifer 174 Ferguson, Joellyn 223 Ferguson, Loree 174 Ferguson, Miriam 223 Fequiere, Dominique 21, 25, 174, 223 Focca, Kathleen 196 Fisher, Cheryl 174 Fitchett, Clayton Mr. Fitzgerald, Julie 174 Flanders, John 68, 69, 196 Fleming, Barney 174 Flinn, Brian 59 Floyd, Sharon 196 Fly, David 223 Foster, Christopher 174 Foster, Corrine 63, 174 Foster, Dean 174 Foster, Doreen 6, 223 Foster, Nancy 14, 73, 80, 223 Foster, Tammie 174 Foust, Dena 14, 83, 223 Fraime, Steven 196 Francis, Richard 196 Franks, Brenda 196 Frazier, Joyce Mrs. 138, 139 Frederick, Michael 174 Frith, Taylor 174 Frye, Richard 165 Fuller, Jerri 197 Fults, Sondra 223 Futrell, John 223 Galing, Richard 197 Gallaway, Lori 174 Gant, Alease Mrs. 133 Gant, Wilbert 174 Gardner, Lisa 223 Garner, Lori 174 Garris, Melissa 174 Gaskin, Kevin 52 Gatling, Benjamin 197 Gatling, Lisa 175 Gear, Donald 223 Gentry, Christine 73, 197 Gentry, Jerry Mr. 45, 47 Germano, Patricia 175 Gerrais, James 197 Gibbons, Brian 175 Gibson, Aaron 147 Gibson, Brenda 193, 197 Gibson, Robert 223 Giddens, Deric 107, 223 Gill, Jeffrey 223 Gillaspie, Pamela 197 Gillaspie, Sandra 223 Gillett, Michael 40, 197, 246 Gillett, Rita 108, 223 Glover, Kendra 175 Glynn, Mary 73, 86, 190, 197, 200, 204, 246 Godwin, Keith 84 Godwin, Randy 175 Gonser, Janice 223 Gonser, Jean 197 Goodbody, Elizabeth 175 Gordon, David 34, 223 Goss, Robert 74, 197 Gosselin, Lynn 175 Grainger, Kevin 175 Gravitt, Donna 175 Gray, Diane 175 Green, Alicia 131, 175 Green, Benita 73 Green, Berook Mr. 124 Green, Gene 175 Green, Johnny Mr. 65 Greene, Bonita 175 Griffin, Deborah 175 Griffin, Marion 193, 197, 213 Griffith, Michael 147 Griffith, William 175 Grimm, Joel Mrs. 95, 98, 109, 133 Grimmer, Beatrice Mrs. 120 Grishaw, Linda 223 Griswold, Julie 198 Grose, Anna 175 Gross, Melissa 175 Gross, Shelley 175 Grow, Sharon 198 Guastaferro, Brian 198 Guion, Steven 98, 100, 109, 198, 246 Gulbronson, Stephen 178 Gurganus, Ronald 198 Hackney, Carey 107, 223 Haggard, Carole 178 Haggard, Robert 178 Hagy, Joseph Mr. 58, 143 Halabuk, Michael 30, 223, 237 Hale, Diana 198 Hales, Donna 178 Hales, Michael 178 Haley, Rosemary 91 Hall, Terri 198 Halsey, Gail 83, 223 Hamilton, Jackie 178 Hamilton, Keely 30, 224 Hammett, Pamela 73, 178 Hammonds, Charlotte 178 Handley, Susan 29, 35, 96, 97, 109, 165, 224, 246 Haney, Jeffrey 198 Hannah, William 74, 178 Hansen, Lloyd 224 Hardee, Steven 178 INDEX 249 Harding, Juliana 3, 18, 30, 31, 32, 103, 224 Hcirding, Rita 28, 198, 209 Hardrath, Gladys Mrs. 88, 120 Hargus, Katherine 178 Harkness, Margaret 198 Harper, Nicole 198 Harrell, Deijise 178 Harrell, Jean 101, 150 Harrell, Ronald 156 Harris, Charles 45 Harris, Grover 7, 45 Harris, Samuel 30, 219, 226 Harris, Steven 224 Harter, Barbara 178 Harter, Joanna 178 Hartmann, Terry 178 Haselden, Jill 224 Hashemzadeh, Josie 224 Hashemzadeh, Vivian 178, 183 Hassell, Rebecca 178 Hastings, Myra Mrs. 125 Hatch, Donna 30, 53, 77, 98, 224 Hatcher, Raymond 178 Hatcher, William 225 Hatfield, Lisa 178 Hatfield, Steven 178 Hathaway, James Mr. 22, 50 Hathaway, Michael 32, 50, 225 Hawkins, Virginia Mrs. 134, 137 Hawks, Catherine 178, 180 Hayes, Thomas 225 Headrick, Kathleen 225 Headrick, Michael 178 Hearp, Theresa 178 Hebert, Brian Mr. 70, 153 Hefner, Bonnie 225 Heggen, Jeffrey 45 Heinrich, Amie 198 Hellmer, Cathleen 198, 209 Hellmer, Elizabeth 225 Henderson, William 198 Hendren, Marjorie 178 Henry, Yvette 198 Heustess, Ila 198 Hibbard, Nancy Miss 72, 152, 153 Hickman, Kathy 198 Hicks, Brenda 199 Hicks, James 3, 29, 32, 74, 102, 191, 197, 198, 199, 204, 206, 209 Higgins, Mary 199 HiU, Adgeline Mrs. 82, 83, 137 HiUiard, Chris 110, 141, 225 Hines, Mitchell 30 Hinnebusch, Colleen 178 Hinnebusch, Kathleen 199, 246 Hinnebusch, Maureen 72, 73, 77, 178, 184 Hinton, Teresa 177, 178 Hite, Robert 48, 49, 225 Hobgood, Johanna 199 Hodge, Jess 95, 179 Hodges, Samuel 125, 199 Hoffman, Glen 152, 199 Hoffman, Rose 179 Hogston, Patrick 225 Holley, Elaine 39, 225 Holliday, Christi 225 Hollinger, Robert 225 Holly, Clayton 45 Holly, Gloria 225 Holly, Johnny 225 Holly, Sandra 179 Holmes, Kimberley 225 Holtacher, David Mr. 154 Holtam, Susan 199, 246 Honeycutt, Katherine 179 Hopson, Wendy 72, 73, 179 Howard, Mindy 225 Howard, Pamela 225 Howell, Richard 225 Hughes, David 30, 46, 225 Hughes, Monika 199 Hughey, John 61 Hulton, Donna 138, 199 Humphrey, Kelly 12, 30, 225 Humphrey, Kyle 199 Hundley, Constance 199 Hunt, Albert 157 Hunt, Kathy 225 Hunt, William 225 Huntley, Susan 67, 199 Hurlburt, Merry 179 I Idiaquiz, Katya 90 Idiaquiz, Liz 233 Ingels, Wendy 225 Irick, Belinda 77, 199, 246 Jackson, Howard Mr. 7, 45, 46, 153 Jackson, Olander 225 Jackson, Saudia 179 James, Terry 225 Jaquish, Michelle 179 Jarmolowski, Susan 226 Jefferson, Anthony 179 Jeffries, Eddie 199 Jenkins, Belinda 199 Jenkins, Jack 45, 46, 184 Jenkins, Theresa 179 Jessup, Jeffrey 67, 179 Jewett, Jade 26, 30, 38, 92, 101, 218, 226, 246 Jewett, Leonard 180 Jimenez, Curtis 226 Jobson, Richard 63, 199 Johnson, Archie 180 Johnson, Bruce Mr. 124 Johnson, Christopher 168, 199 Johnson, Diana 180 Johnson, Eddie 14, 226 Johnson, Garnett 226 Johnson, Gregory 226 Johnson, Janna 66, 67, 106, 167, 214, 226 Johnson, Kenny 180 Johnson, Margaret 104, 226 Johnson, Michael 180 Johnson, Patricia 81, 180 Johnson, Noreen 180 Johnson, Terry 226 Johnson, Virginia Mrs. 104, 149 Johnston, Thomas 68, 69, 199 Jones, Doreen 180 Jones, Gregory 190, 199, 246 Jones, Lawrence 226 Jones, Randall 58, 59, 226 Jones, Roy 199 Jones, Samuel Mr. 154 Jones, Teri 199 Jones, Terri 180 Jones, Vonja 176, 180 Jones, Walter Mr. 116, 117 Jones, Wythe 61, 180 Jordan, Nan Mrs. 138 Kalski, Christine 180, 188 Karsay, Dorothy 199 Kashin, Gregory 67, 199 Kavanaugh, Jennifer 226 Keatts, Charles 134 Keen, Robin 89, 195, 200 Keene, Beverly 200 Keene, Jeff 200 Keller, Patty 180 Kelly, Betsy 106, 139 Kelly, Mary 21 Kendall, Michele 200 Passing out campaign stickers for Senatorial Candidate, John Warner, Chris Caudill approaches an unlikely voter. Prepared for an elegant evening on Prom night, Mike Belches and date, and Gail Halsey and date approach the entrance to the Virginia Room of the Chamberlain Hotel. ,} Kennedy, Jacqueline 226 Kilduff, Susan 101, 226 1 Kilgore, Alan 110, 198, 199, 200, 212 Kilgore, Joseph 49, 180, 184 I Kimball, Edward 17, 30, 35, 84, 226 t King, William 226 1 Kirkland, Gary 226 Knight, Katherine 200 I Knoblauch, Tommy 200 S Knopp, David 30 i Koronas, Norene 20, 168, 180 Koronas, Sharon 226 Korpak, Kenneth 59, 180 5 Kovacs, Robert 200 i Kreimer, John Mr. 104, 149, 183 L Labarre, Donna 226 i Lam, Penny 180 1 Lamb, Teresa 226 , Lambert, Elizabeth 180 Lambert, Kelly 180 1 Lambert, Mary 30, 226 Lancaster, Janine 200 j Lancaster, Juan 180 ij Lane, Ellen 30, 226 Lanning, Cory 192, 200, 246 Larsen, Rhonda 226 .f Lasala, Janet 226 I Lasala, Linda 181 Lawrence, Dorothy 140, 200 Lawson, Eileen 226 Lawson, Jeffrey 180 Lawson, Joanne 90 Lawson, Kathleen 180 Lawson, Larry 63 Lax, Susan 200 Lay, Elizabeth 89 Lazorchak, William 181 Leaptrot, Kristin 148, 181 Leatherman, David 181 Leavey, Michael 226 Leek, Renee 181 Lchmcm, Teresa 195, 200 Lehamn, Timothy 127 Lehmkuhler, Mark 61 Lemon, Celia 181 Leonard, Brian 227 Leonard, Karen 227 Leonard, Theresa 181 Lewis, Barbara 181 Lewis, Ellen 181 Lewis, Kathy 233 Lewis, Sally 108, 227, 230, 232, 246 Lewis, Victoria 181 Leybold, John 106, 118, 138, 181 Leybold, Karen 227 Littlefield, Russell 200 Livesey, James 135, 200, 204, 212 Llewellyn, Deborah 181 Lockard, George 45 Lockard, Ted 67, 181 Lockley, Zelma Mrs. 128, 129 Lopez, Rebecca 200 Lopez, Rosalinda 227 Lord, Michael 200 Lovett, Gigi 13, 200 Lowther, Sandra 86 Luck, Alma Mrs. 118, 119 Lumsdom, Esther 32, 227 Lundberg, Will 214, 246 Lupton, Karen 227 Lusk, Karen 201 Lyles, Joseph Mr. 163 Lyman, Roderick 201 Lynn, Todd 45, 201 Lyon, Paul 227 Madison, Cindy 121 Maier, Steve 62, 63, 201 Maloney, Anne 77, 86, 201, 246 Mansfield, Mary 176 Maratellos, Catherine 227 Market, Jeffrey 176 Marshall, Anita 201 Marshall, Mark 228 Martell, Pat 201 Marushi, Barry 176 Mason, Deborah 201 Massie, Samuel 44, 45, 62, 63, 176, 184 Maston, Mary 14, 228 Maston, Theresa 176 Matranga, Daniel 28, 228 Mathews, Herbert 45 Matteson, Tyla Miss 138 Mattox, Susan 198, 201 Maury, Barbara 176 May, Michael 228, 230 McBurney, Kenneth 228 McCallum, Maria 228 McCallum, Pau l 176 McCants, Gregory 34, 95, 98, 228, 229 McCarthy, Cathleen 35, 72, 73, 95, 214, 228, 232 McCarthy, Maureen 73, 201 McCarthy, Patricia 61, 176 McColman, Carl 103, 131, 228, 232 McCormick, Lynn 86, 176 McDonald, Anne 148 McDonald, Mark 177 McFarland, David 177, 201 McFarland, Karen 201 McFarland, Mary Mrs. 129 McGhee, Cindy 177 McKay, Robin 177, 188 McKay, William 35, 110, 111, 215, 221, 228, 234, 246 McKenny, Susanne 201 McKinley, Paige 24, 73, 194, 201 McLaughlin, Brenda 201 McLean, Virginia 228 McLees, Kristen 201 McLellan, Duncan 228 McLeod, Mari-Ann 13, 81, 175, 177 McNeil, Daniel 228 McPherson, Judith Mrs. 144, 145 McQuillen, Willie 228 McVicker, Sharon 177 Meadows, David 177 Meadows, Pamela 24, 30, 228 Meadows, Steven 228 Meads, Mary Beth 30, 228 Mears, Leigh-Ann 228 Meier, Doug 56 Meier, Jeffrey 55, 110, 201, 246 Meier, Laura 35, 36, 72, 73, 127, 228 Melton, Marcie 228 Melton, Rusty 56 Merrick, Blair 30, 101 Merryfield, Gary Mr. 128 Messier, Robert 61 Messinger, Michael 61, 177 Michael, Karen 228 Michael, Sharon 177 Millard, Pamela 229 Miller, Gary 229 Miller, Jacqueline 177 Miller, John 177, 201, 229 Miller, Pat Mrs. 163 Miller, Randy 215, 229 Miller, Russell 229, 238 Miller, Sarah 67, 229 Miller, Ted 229 Miller, Terry 177 Miller, Thomas E. 229 Miller, Thomas J. 22, 229 Milligan, Erin 177 Milligan, Kathleen 177 Milne, John 201 Minear, Steven 56, 201 Mitchell, Joyce Mrs. 144, 145 Mizusawa, George 54 Mizusawa, Gino 56, 57 Montefusco, Susan 77, 202 Monteith, Gwendollyn 229 Montgomery, Charles 202 Montgomery, Patricia 229 Montgomery, Robert 177 Moon, Michael 7, 20, 48, 49, 97, 134, 229, 246 i INDEX 251 Moore, Cheryl 149, 202 Moore, Darlene 229 Moore, David 229 Moore, Evelyn Mrs. 108, 118, 119 Moore, Kay 177 Moore, Kimberly 177 Moore, Michael 34, 68, 229 Moore, Richard 177 Morales, Anna 30, 31, 109, 230, 246 Moran, Erin 230 Moran, Susan 177, 187, 189, 246 Morgan, Deanna 177 Morison, Michelle 148, 177 Morris, Edward, 230 Morris, Faith 202, 208 Morris, Rebecca 177 Preparing for Class Night, Mrs. Norma Seals herds” anxious seniors into their lines. Morris, Roger 177 Morris, Vernon 230 Morrow, Paul 23, 34, 39, 71, 230 Mortimer, Debra Mrs. 112, 136, 212 Moses, Gail 127, 230 Motley, Michael 230 Mounts, Christopher 62, 63, 202 Moxley, Jodie 177 Mugler, Ross 210 Muir, Linda 146 Mullaley, Steven 230 Murphy, Rufus Mr. 124 Murphy, Shawn 177 Murray, Elizabeth 177 Murray, Richard 14, 66, 67, 176 Murray, Robert 230 Mustico, Cherie 15, 230 Myer, Heidi 86, 202, 212, 246 Nace, Barry 177 Narowicz, Terry 150 Nault, Scott 45, 46, 62, 63, 202 Neal, Martha 177 Neal, Richard 177 Neil, Richard 62, 184 Neuse, Lee 107 Newby, Donna 202 Newhall, Daniel 67 Newton, Lynne 76, 77, 202 Nichols, Deborah 165, 230 Niernberger, Kimberly 26, 202 Nisbet, Michael 202 Nixon, Ted 61 Noakes, John 202 Nunemaker, Laurie 109, 202 Nunemaker, Loney 67, 110, 141, 173, 230, 235 Nystrom, Toni 30, 230 Oakes, Kevin 66, 67, 230 Oakes, Mary 182 Obeck, Eric 61 Obeck, Kurt 61, 246 O ' Clair, Linda 182 O ' Conner, Kim 202 O ' Connell, Jeffrey 230 O ' Connell, Nancy 230 O ' Conner, Dennis 30, 32, 36, 230 O ' Conner, Timothy 40, 135, 204, 246 O ' Conner, Kathleen 169, 175, 182 O ' Donnell, Charles 64, 65, 182, 184 Ogden, Carol 86, 202 Oliver, Evelyn 133 Oliver, Maggie Mrs. 136, 137 Olson, Jerry 44, 46, 54, 230 Olson, Patricia 90, 182, 246 Olsovsky, Claire 112, 202 Orga, Randy 152 Ortiz, Jessica 230 Osowski, Raymond 20, 202 Otero, Faith 230 Overman, Melissa 169, 175, 182 Owens, Laurie 182 Owens, Nancy 14, 15, 73, 182 Owens, Robert 182 Ownby, Lori 203 Pace, Jeffrey 45, 182 Pace, Rosetta 231 Packard, Douglas 181, 182 Packard, John 231 Packard, Scott 201 Page, Lynda 99, 203, 246 Page, Stephen 182 Palmer, David 231 Palmer, Tracey 231 Pancyrz, Shawn 182 Papciak, Karen 153, 182 Paragin, Kim 90 Parker, Kathleen 231 Parker, Michael 68 Parrish, Harold Mr. 118, 119 Pasko, Daniel 231 Pasko, David 231 Patsell, Robert 231 Patterson, Julie 130, 182 Paul, Patricia Miss 89, 148 Pauls, John Mr. 45, 153, 154 Paulus, Dana 231 Paxton, Susan 203 Payne, Dale 127 Payne, Kerri 203 Payne, Richard 231 Pearce, Marjorie 231 Pearce, Stephen 203 Pell, Robert 203 Pell, William 141, 231 Pendergraft, Fred Mr. 84, 85, 150, 151 Pepin, Chari 24, 25, 182 Perkins, Connie 182 Perry, Paula 231 Perrotts, John 56 Person, Denise 33, 36, 231 Peters, Jean 6, 30, 76, 77, 80, 103, 227, 231 Peters, June 32, 35, 38, 50, 82, 214, 215, 220, 224, 232, 236 Pfeiffer, Janine 67, 182 Pfeiffer, Laurence 26, 30, 95, 98, 99, 227, 230, 232 Phares, David 107, 140 , 232 Phares, Sonia 182 Phelps, John 182 Phelps, Larry 156 Phillips, Cecil Mr. 163 Pierce, Jaime 232 Pierce, Karen 182 Pierce, Laurie 203 Pitre, Deirdre 203 Pittman, Charles 182 Pobanz, Karen 232 Pobanz, Stephen 26, 103, 182 Poe, Donna 182 Poe, Wanda 203 Polinski, Hope 81, 182 Popernack, Thomas 169, 175, 182, 188 Porter, David 233 Posey, Deborah 183 Poslik, Leonard 30, 233 Potocko, Katherine 183 Powell, Randy 65, 183 Powell, Timothy 127, 233 Powers, Lemuel 45, 203 Powers, Margaret 103, 233 Prato, Robert 11, 23, 233, 246 Preston, Kathy 23, 233 Preston, Roy 203, 212 Price, Denise 203 Price, Jane Mrs. 118 Prince, Christopher 233 Pritchett, Lora 215, 233 Privette, Jerry Mr. 45, 47 Proskey, Lisa 233 252 INDEX Demonstrating the correct procedure for recieving a diploma, Bill Wilson prepares Karen Crusberg and Gary Dronen for graduation — which is only eight months away. Quick, Ingrcim, Jr. 141, 203 Quinn, Wendy 203 Quinn, John Mr. 115, 181 Raines, Timothy 67, 204 Rakes, Michael 204 Ramberger, James 183 Ramsey, Rhonda 204 Randolph, Susan 67, 183 Rasch, Allison 204 Rawles, Michael 65, 183 Reason, Jennifer 167, 183 Reca, Lecis 152, 204 Rector, Roger 74, 75, 204 Reding, Gregory 204 Redmiles, Randy 183 Reese, David 204 Reeves, Craig 183 Reiner, Michael 204 Rengert, Gregory 204 Reyes, Renae 183 Reyns, Vicki 204 Reynolds, Carolyn 118, 233 Rhodes, Deborah 233 Rhodes, Jon 183 Rhodes, Kenneth 233 Rice, Barbara 233 Rich, Benjamin Mr. 38, 88, 123 Rich, Michael 183 Richards, Brian 233 Richards, Dave 58, 59, 214, 233 Richards, Lori 204 Richards, Patrick 183 Rickard, Donald 233 Riley, Donald 62, 63, 233 Rippon, Timothy 204 Ritt, Arnold Mr. 90, 107, 118 Rittenhouse, Bruce 30, 233 Rivenbark, Dale 233 Rivers, Stephen 50, 57, 233 Roane, Daphne 204 Roane, Deborah 233 Robbins, Darlene 67, 80 Robbins, Lisa 204 Roberts, Scott 205 Robinette, James 233 Robinson, Darryl 62, 63, 233 Robinson, Michael 31, 105 Robinson, Wayne 52 Rodriguez, Rachel 104, 105, 205 Roehrle, Petra 183 Rogowski, Daniel 183 Rohrgaugh, Lorene 205 Rollins, Susan 233 Romano, Sophia Mrs. 96, 97, 109, 110, 133, 246 Rods, Emiko 234 Rods, Joseph 157, 183 Rose, Donna 130, 183 Rose, Barry 44, 70, 234 Ross, David 205 Ross, Edith 205 Routen, Tami 183 Rowan, Deborah 104, 205 Rowe, Philise 183 Rowland, Kurt 62, 63 Royster, Scott 183 Ruehe, Catherine 205 Rummler, Karen 183, 205 Ruth, John 205 s Saecker, Wellington Mr. 147 Sales, Susan 144 Salacup, Tina 183 Salomone, Tammy 205 Sampson, Kimberly 183 Sanchez, Sherri 183 Sanders, John 49, 183, 184 Sandidge, Michael 205, 208 Sandefur, James 234 Sanford, Jerry Mr. 162 Santabarbara, Melissa 234 Saunders, David 107, 234, 239 Saunders, Kay 205 Saunders, Mike 184 Savage, Rebecca 76, 77, 234 Savedge, Jack 234 Schaffer, Edward 234 Schaffer, Keith 205 Scheiman, Julie 191, 205 Scherrer, Alfred 184 Scheumann, Jeffrey 68, 184 Schiefer, David 110 Schmidt, Leonard 234 Schneider, Chrys 205 Schneider, Gregory 61, 184 Schueren, Monica 184 Schueren, Victoria 205 Schultz, Jeffrey 184 Schultz, John 184 Schuneman, Elizabeth 205 Seal, Paul 61, 184 Seals, Norma Mrs. 142, 224, 232 Seaman, Sandra 284 Seely, Lary 184 Seidnitzer, Kelly 206 Seitz, Nancy 6, 88, 120, 140, 234 Selnau, Wayne 49 Sentman, Mark 139 Seravia, Maria 233 Shackelford, Renee 206 Shackley, June 206 Shah, Mehul 139, 184 Shank, Robin 234 Shields, Juanita 184 Shinaberry, Teresa 234 Shrout, Nancy Mrs. 29, 144, 202, 206, 246 Silvia, Suan 234 Simedy, Julian 208 Simm, David 68, 140, 234 Simmons, Angela 234 Simpson, Lonnie 184 Simpson, Steve 15 Sims, Wes 235 Singletary, Renee 235 Singleton, Anthony 45 Singleton, Cedric 45, 208 Siviter, Michael 235 Slater, Edward 184 Slusar, Peter 66, 131, 235 Small, Robert 235 Small, Steven 65 Smith, Alonzo 30, 45, 46, 50, 51, 145 Smith, Jeanne Miss 27 Smith, Jull 208 Smith, John 184 Smith, Lynn 184 Smith, Mark 184, 246 Smith, Nancy 97, 205, 208, 246 Smith, Patricia 208 Smith, Pattie 208 Smith, Sue Mrs. 89 Smithwick, Kathleen 235 Snead, James 65 Snead, Katherine 208 Snyder, Jacqueline 208 Snyder, William 93, 235 Soriano, James 184 Soule, Paul 185 South, Curt 7, 30, 68, 84, 97, 216, 235, 246 Spady, Moni 235 Spain, Kimberly 155 Spain, Nancy Miss 122 Spears, Belinda 185 Spears, Cynthia 235 Spencer, Donovan 45, 185 Spencer, Elizabeth 235 Spencer, Michelle 30, 235 Spencer, Sherry 235 Sporer, Jennifer 19, 73, 200, 203, 208 Spriggs, Arthur 256 Springer, Kyle 208 Sprinkle, Sheila 208 Stanley, Melinda 285 Staton, Debra 130, 185 Stapleton, Erin 208 Stephenson, Jennifer 208 Sterling, Annette 185 Stevens, Caron 235 Stevens, Mike 62, 63 Stewart, Brian 235 Stewart, Ronald 206 Stewart, Russell 104, 148, 206, 235 Stewart, William 21, 24, 32, 93, 227, 235 Stickle, Melissa 67, 184, 185 Stietenroth Dee Dee 121, 235 Stillwell, Edward 235 Stinger, Tina 206 Storey, Betsy Mrs. 88, 120 INDEX 253 Contemplating escape through the window behind him, Eddie Jeffries awaits the end of his English class. Tyree, Catherine 237 Tyson, Robin 104 Vanasse, Michelle 237 Vanasse, Teresa 186 Vandervort, Mark Mr. 52, 74, 75 Vaughan, Lynne 209 Vaughn, Michael 67, 209 Vaughan, Steve 209 Veltre, Toni 117, 121, 209 Viets, Thomas 60, 184, 186 Vo, An 186 Vosika, Cheryl 90, 186, 246 Stout, Mark 235 Stout, Teri 185 Straughen, Bar 235 Strickland, Earlean 235 Stickland, Teresa 185 Strode, Cathy 185 Stronski, Edmund 156, 157 Stroop, Lori 185 Strop, Susan 206 Stubbs, Laurie 207 Stubbs, Vincent 30, 37, 235 Sturk, Rebecca 77, 113, 207 Sullivan, Cathy 185 Summerlin, Sheri 77, 185 Sutterer, Lucile Mrs. 86, 87, 150 Swain, Brenda 207 Swartz, Randy 41, 176, 179, 185, 188, 211 Swartz, Susan 30, 226, 232, 235 Sweat, James 52, 65, 185 Sweat, Sheryl 14, 235 Sykes, Del 207 Sylver, Ramonia 235 Sypolt, Richard 185 Szynal, Pamela Mrs. 104, 149 T Taggart, Joy 86, 207, 211 Tarkenton, Martha Mrs. 128 Tate, Catherine 185 Tate, George 56 Taylor, Donald Mr. 68, 69 Taylor, Edwina 207 Taylor, James 207 Taylor, James 211 Taylor, Karen 185 Taylor, Linda 185 Taylor, Michael 246 Tellinger, Renee 53, 185 Terry, Arlis 113, 140, 235, 246 Terry, Michelle 207 Test, Melonie 237 Thacker, Lisa 207 Thorpe, June Miss 76, 77, 153 Therianos, Mark 74, 207, 212 Thomas, Christopher 93, 107, 237 Thomas, Janice 185 Thomas, Kenneth 185 Thomas, Leonard Mr. 60, 61, 136 Thomas, Lloyd, Mr. 122 Thomas, Charon 186 Thomasson, Jack 135, 207 Thompson, Holly 24, 25, 33, 237, 239 Thompson, Michael 186 Thrash, Charles 237 Thrash, Eugene 186 Tignor, Eddie 102, 186 Todd, Vikki 3, 186 Toledo, Ronald 207 Tongret, Petra 208, 211 Townsend, Jennifer 208 Trench, Michelle 209 Trimmer, Marsha 186 Trott, Cynthia 105, 237 Tucker, Anne Mrs. 137 Turner, Bryan 10, 24, 25, 100, 111, 232, 237, 246 Turner, Christin 53, 73, 209 Turner, Jacqueline Ms. 130 Turner, Rob 209 Waagner, Patricia 14, 91, 237 Waddell, Larry Mr. 116, 120 Wade, Jeff 96, 97, 237, 246 Walker, Alan 186 Walker, Annette 209 Walker, Cheryl 209 Wall, Dwayne 237 Wallace, Colleen 237 Wallace, Kimberly 186 Wallis, Garth 27, 67, 108, 237 Walton, William 104 Wandling, Jennifer 186 Ward, John 237 Warden, Stanley 209 Warman, Kelly 237 Warman, Stacy 186 Warner, LG. Mr. 144 Washington, Gareth 237 Washington, Jacque 186 Washington, Yvette 210 Wasiela, Michael 210 Wasinger, Mark 43, 50, 62, 63, 237 Watkins, Faith 210 Watkins, Phillip 186 Wellington, Deborah 210 Watson, Kimberly 210 Watson, Roger Mr. 152 Watson, Tina 186 Watson, Victor 13, 21, 37, 48, 49, 146, 237 Watt, Frances 186 Watters, Stephen 187 Weade, Sharon 225, 237 Weatherford, Sandra 91, 210 Weaver, Rebecca 187 Webb, Michael 45, 187 Weicht, Theresa 225 Weih, Jeanette 19, 210 254 INDEX Weir, Lori 237, 238 Weiss, Mary 61, 187 Welsh, Rick 108, 228, 237 Wertman, Howard 103 Wesley, Solomon Mr. 143 Wesson, Garland Mr. 132, 133 West, Debra 210 West, Melody 88, 210 Westland, Patricia 187 Westlund, Judith 187 Westlund, Theresa 237 Whalen, James 21iy2 Whipple, David 211 Whitaker, Elsie 211 White, Anthony 54, 237 White, Claire 88, 211 White, Donna 187 White, Elizabeth 72, 73, 186, 187, 246 White, Jimmie 52, 18” White, Vicky 187 Whited, Cynthia 164, 237 Whited, Karen 61 Whitlock, Delvin 33 Wilkerson, Dan 187 Wilkes, Gilbert 187 Williams, Angela 211 Williams, Johnie 43, 187 Williams, Karen 73, 140, 237 Williams, Linda 237 Williams, Rebecca 237 Williams, Rhonda 237 Williams, Sharon 187 Williamson, Douglas 187 Williamson, Judith Mrs. 138, 139 Williamson, Michael 30, 39, 74, 237 Williamson, Susan 87, 220, 237 Willson, Randolph 62, 63, 211 Wilson, Theodore 187 Wilson, William 58, 237 Winbourne, Sherri 187 Windham, Daniel 211 Winegrad, Tammy 91, 211 Wingfield, Shirley Mrs. 29, 202, 204, 206 Winston, Peggy Mrs. 129 Winters, Paul 211, 237 Witten, Wesley 17, 19, 30, 87, 102, 103, 237 Womble, Terry 237 Woody, Virginia 237 Wornom, Andy 187 Worrell, Trudy 187 Wright, Diane 211 Wright, Robert 237 Yamasaki, Sandie 109, 246 Yeck, Daniel 237 Yonkos, James 61, 187 York, Trade 211 Young, Tina 211 Younger, Tami 237 Yuengert, Andrew 30, 38, 237 Yuengert, Anne 41, 77, 113, 198, 211 z Zarger, Jill 82, 237 Carefully observing one of the machines in the shop, Mr. Clayton Fitchett attempts to correct any malfunctions that may be present in the equipment. INDEX 255 Time As the 1978-79 Tomahawk draws to a close, we reflect on the events of the year. Prepared to add more insights and memories to their shields, junior and sophomore class members welcomed the summer ' s break from school and the prospects for their f uture years at KHS. With shields full of memories, hopes and dreams fashioned by their three years at KHS, seniors left the halls of KHS eagerly looking forward to adding more memorable experiences to their shields as they journey into the future. United in their memories and pride. Warriors were an integral part of the Kecoughtan establishment. We remember the triumphs and changes experienced during the year at KHS. Now is the time for each Warrior to smile and recollect the many faces, moods, and experiences of his or her life. The 1978-79 school year at KHS lives forever in the Tomahawk pages and in the students ' memories. The lone memory of a gallant Warrior remains lost forever at the edge of the only thing that is eternal . . . the sea. of Reflection 256 CLOSING