Lamar High School - Valhalla Yearbook (Arlington, TX)

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might l nememben It was 7 p.m. on May 9, and 670 students raced down the turnpike to the Hyatt Regency in Dallas. After months of work and anticipation, the prom had finally arrived. Couples entered the Grand Ballroom dressed in their finest clothes. Many of the girls' dresses were off the shoulders with full skirts resembling southem belles. Several guys wore tuxes with tails to match the southern style. Dinner was served beginning with a tossed salad. This was followed by Breast of Capon, wild rice, brocolli with cheese sauce, rolls and coffee or tea. For dessert students had chocolate mousse. After dinner, the chandeliers overhead dimmed and the band, Rockmaker, began to play. While many students danced, others stood in line to have pictures made. After the pictures students could relax. Many guys took off their jackets and placed their dates' garters on their sleeves. When Rockmaker played the punk rock song Whip It, the dance floor became crowded as students jumped up and down or pogoed to the music. Although the prom officially ended at midnight, most students didn't stop there. There were several parties that went on all night long. Some parties were at students' homes. Some rented hotel rooms and had parties there. Many even had breakfasts. It was apparent that the prom was a great success, According to sponsor Ms. Lavinia Atchley, The success was a result of the enthusiasm of the students throughout the year. Sponsor Mr. Holmes Brannon felt that it was the best we've had in the 10 years he had been at Lamar. 28 Prom from the tllnplke, students could see the Hyatt Regency. Through magazines sales around Christmas time, seniors were able to afford reserving the Grand Balcom. Alter dinner, Will Ross, Melanie Birchett, Glenna McClain and Roben Yarbrough are served their chocolate mousse. Each gil got to keep a yellow rose with a blue ribbon around it from the center piece on each table.

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Hours before the prom, lohn Obrecht and Fernando Devia pick up their dates' corsages. At the prom etiquette assembly, students were warned to order flowers early since flower shops would be busy with Mother's Day. Using the help of a professional, Tricia jackson has her make-up applied. This was an extra, in addition to the necessary dress, shoes and purses that were purchased. for the evening. i muh., Making sure everything fits, Mark Behrhorst tries on his tux at Gingiss Formal Wear with the help of Susan Day and sales lady. Guys picked up their tuxes the night before or the day of the prom. Copy and layout by Lauren Kemp 27 Keeping her appointment, Fran Gammon has her hair done at Daireds. Many girls had their hair French braided A., ff mi, f U 0 l 166003 Mex rsoioua uv 53

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After the prom, students celebrate at a pany. Many students changed into more comfortable dothes and wen! party howins- -...S Relaxing after a big night, students eat breakfast at Cindy Poindextefs house. After the breakfasts, most students got home around 6 or 7 that moming. ' '11 5, s I u z 5 ' f' I W gas ' U 9-Q' Inga Mfw irsgrfa,-M , .,.,,,. , - --1-,W . -'N 'If5i:'T 3 ',g'g1:j,iZ:'hh71Ll '-'A -,. gf: 'Q x 5 ' i'Q?s:,t?g3gfZfiLww,-,5d1:1.f1 f -5526?-' ,f t ,-,,,g,,EM,,.,,:f ft tt t ,,,,9-3.5, sta, .,,,.f. -f IAQ.: K 1 .J LQ Q23 1 We 'il me ' ew- t 2 . siQ??s.2av??i,'-Sf13:'f12? A K, ' .. 3' A-sage ml' Stamf- Q rtzpm 4- .wfawxilfe A,,.z.f.Qm ffrtgtw-gT:,s.,.fz ' F yr its it is-x QQ 95.21 T. Dancing the night away, students relax after dinner. Students danced to the music of the Beach Boys, Billy loel and other well-known groups performed by Rockmaker. Copy and layout by Lauren Kemp 29 Q 'S' 2 7? 9. -Z' lg