Klein High School - Bearkat Yearbook (Klein, TX)

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Bearchat Editor David johnson The Klein Bearchat was once again a great success. This was due to a strong willed, dedicated editor, David johnson. johnson directed his staff through the year with confidence and outstanding leadership abilities, making the Bearchat a central point of interest for the entire student body. Even at its prime, the ambitious editor was looking for ways to improve his paper. His hard working staff and talented writers, contributed to the overall satisfaction with the paper. johnson's congenial attitude allowed him to have a good rapport with his staff, his advisers and friends. ln his extra time, he enjoyed movies, dating, swimming and visiting college campuses. After graduation johnson plans to study pre-med at possibly Baylor or Rice, but he said that his thirst for journalism would always remain. During high school, johnson was the Vice President of Medical Careers Club, President of National Honor Society and swam on the swim team for three years. He was a member of Quill and Scroll, and was News Editor for the paper his junior year. He received an award at a University of Houston journalism Workshop for being the outstanding contributor. johnson felt that Davelyn Kennedy had a wonderful influence on the outcome of the newspaper, due to her highly commendable experience. He said the whole staff would suffer the loss of Mrs.Kennedy with her move to Louisville, Kentucky, but that Sheila Alexander was a more than adequate replacement. Compliments on the news aper were welcomed by johnson and staff. Producing a great paper was common for the Bearchat staff and being successful came natural for David johnson, as was recognized by all who read the Bearchat. Bearchat Editor 125

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Bearkat Editor Kris Lucksinger Taking full responsibility and committing herself to creating the best Bearkat yearbook ever, Kris Lucksinger put her all behind her staff and their work. Being editor of the yearbook meant time, and whether Lucksinger had it or whether she didn't, she was always there doing more than her share. Lucksinger was an intriguing person and had some extraordinary interests. She often escaped by riding motorcycles, fishing or hunting. She also enjoyed going out with friends and partaking in spontaneous activities. Her interest in journalism began in the eight grade and mounted after her freshman year while serving on the staff. She was asked to be the Advertising Editor her sophomore year. When Lucksinger took on the job with enthusiasm, Davelyn Kennedy began to discover that she had what it took to be an effective editor, With her decision to graduate a year early Lucksinger proved her ambition to achieve Filling her schedule with academic courses and attending summer classes were both necessary for her early graduation and Lucksinger took on this responsibility without a complaint. When asked why she had her mind set on an early graduation Lucksinger stated, l'l was just ready to move ahead. Sheila Alexander the earbook adviser I Y was impressed with Lucksinger's motivation and concern. She said, when asked her opinion, 'lKris was an extremely hard worker and was always striving for a perfect book. Lucksinger influenced the staff and pushed them to their fullest potential. She said, 'lWhen l would tell the staff the way something needed to be done, they did it After graduation Lucksinger plans to attend Stephen F. Austin for one year and then on to the University of Texas to study Education and Communications and afterwards become a mother. To admire her dedication would be inadequate. Lucksinger was an amazing contribution to the yearbook and to our school. 124 Bearkat Editor

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