Laurens District 55 High School - Fifty Fiver Yearbook (Laurens, SC)

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Peggy McIntyre Knsta Bragg Summer Fun After a year of relentless study and tedious work, students eagerly awaited the summer break. Visions of sun. sand, and water became a reality as many students headed for the beach. The beach proved to be the summer opener; summer actually existed now. Some students took advantage of the water to swim, to surf, or to do other water activities while others just soaked up the rays to get that tan. Soon, though, the week at the beach ended, and the real summer began. Some students looked for summer jobs to shorten the long days and earn some extra cash. Jobs could be found any- where from fast food restaurants to painting houses. Other students, though, chose to stick around the house. Many sat under the air con- ditioning, sipping on soft drinks and watching soaps while others kept in shape by exercising. Boys and girls alike could be found bicycling, jogging, and weight lifting. As summer wound down, families took vacations in order to see new sights and get away from the problems at home. Camps, another form of vacationing, gave students an opportunity to learn without having tests, to make new friends, and to have fun all at the same time Summer enjoyment came easy with all the ac- tivities students had to in- volve themselves in. Tak- ing advantage of all opportunities offering fun, students made the summer all it could be. Bubba Thomas Enjoying a little conversation, Angela Abercrombie. Kim hildress. and Laurie Byars talk to a lifeguard on the Grand Strand. Donating her time, Dawn Meeks shows a beginning swimmer the proper hand posi- tions to diving. Summer 13

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The summer heat and band practice but Kristen Dunmoyer. Amy Kinard. and Stephanie Medlock manage to find a little shade for their sectional practice. On the bus in a cushioned seat and on the way to Six Rags, First Baptist Youth Group members Sheri Wells and Keith Overbay plan their free time in the amuse- ment park. Up toward the sky. Raider var- sity basketball cheerleaders climbed as they practiced pyramids at camp at USC. Taking a ride on the ocean's waves. Bubba Thomas wind- surfs during his vacation at Long Beach. N.C. Mindy H«ter Shannon Gaddy Richard Byars 12 Summer

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Spirit Goes to the Limit At the top of their lungs, fans cheered, We've got the spirit! Enthusiasm, frenzy, and eagerneTss described Raider fans at pep rallies and activities dealing with the school. Athletics, clubs, and the exciting Spirit Week con- tnbuted to the optimism and delirium of Raider Spirit During the summer and school year, athletics kept athletes, coaches, and fans busy with camps, scrimmages, games, and practices. Arousing school spirit at pep rallies showed the hard work of cheerleaders. Just as the fans exploded with enthu- siasm, the hardworking athletes burst with energy on to the field each time .they played. Dedicated time and effort took up the coaches' days as they spent many hours practic- ing with the teams. Athletics continued to be a big part of spirit. Clubs also played a big role in contributing to the Raider Spirit. The Pep Club filled the gym and the stadium with enthusi- astic voices during each pep rally. Keeping up with every beat, the pep band rocked the gym while students chanted eagerly with the cheerleaders. Earning money for school and community projects, many clubs and many more willingly held fund raisers such as selling candy and cups. Students wearing green and gold or chanting down the hall gave signs of Spirit Week. Pow- derpuff competition, the Homecoming Court, a special football game, and even a dance combined to fill the week with end- less activities. Athletics, clubs, and Spirit Week kept all Raiders showing their ex- citement. This excitement was the unique excite- ment that took Raider Spirit to the limit. Lynn Stoddvd Peggy McIntyre In Clinton for the Jamboree, Ashley Revis and Beth Watkins watch as the teams warm up on the field and the stands fill up with the early crowds. Come rain, sleet, or a foot of snow, the selling of spirit banners must go on as Sebrina Brewster and Phyllis Boyd wait along with Amanda Beasley for customers. Peggy McIntyre 14 Spirit