Lexington High School - Bulldog Yearbook (Lexington, OK)

Text from Pages 1 - 168 of the 1983 volume:

Everybody Wants You — Organizations Let’s Get Physical — Sports Kids in America - Classes Isn’t She Lovely — Royalty “Life in the Fast Lane — Student Life Send in the Clowns — Faculty....... Short People — Middle School....... Money - Ads It’s Over — Closing .11 .31 .49 . 75 . 83 . 91 .96 130 154 72 envy The costumes at the yearbook promotional were many and varied as this picture, featuring the leading guitarist of the Bouffant Babies and a scantily clad witch, testifies (top). This unlikely group of people, thrown together at the start of the school year, prove at their assembly that students should hang loose. rock out, and buy a yearbook! (middle) Siamese twin babies, ferin ). and Sherry W.. appropriately represent the middle school at the costume contest (bottom). Lexington High School and Middle School Drawer C Lexington. Oklahoma 73051 1983 Bulldog Volume 18 Little sister, Lisa Millsap, gets some tips from big sis. Shiela. and boyfriend. K. C. Ely |right). Risking the chance of facing Mr. Doss's wrath are Mary Barker and Kerry Roberts |below). Deborah Frazier and Jeff Wilhite share a good time in the halls be- tween classes (below right). ‘S cucy6t 74, fa, Ck Tf cc’ '38 Special Renae had a crush on Ross. Tim had a thing for Barbie. Jeff was madly in love with Pam. Kim was just dying to go out with Terry, Kevin. Dewite, Bryan, Tim, etc. And, Debbie was “so caught up in Mark. But what to do? Oh, what to do? DATING: THE NAME OF THE GAME Name of the game: Dating (recommended for ages 16 and over). Supplies: Two people. One car. (After all, who wants to ride with Mom and Dad?) A prearranged place to go — usually a restaurant or a movie. Object: To find someone of the opposite sex to whom you are perfectly matched, and or with whom you would want to spend the rest of vour life. Caution: Be sure to have fun in the process! Rules: 1. Find a person (or perhaps several persons) with whom you would fike to go out. 2. Begin flirting (let the person know you like him her). 3. Start talking on the pnone for a week or two. (Girls, if you have chosen a shy guy, call him. It's 1983!) 4. )ust happen to meet him her in town one night and go riding around. (Conversation is a must. Don’t stop talking, unless it is necessary.) 5. Next, set a time for a date — usually on a Friday or Satur- day night. 6. When the big night arrives, primp for about three hours, re- doing your nair at least twice and changing clothes a minimum of five times. (Male players, be sure to clean your car.) 7. Finally, think of exciting things to converse about ahead of time. No one likes to spend the entire evening hearing, What do you want to do? 1 don't know care; what do you want to do? (Guys, don't stop the car outside the girl's house and honk! Always go to the door.) (Girls, don t be over-anxious when your date arrives. Make him suffer by prolonging his visit with your parents.) 8. If everything goes okay, make another date and go back to rule 5. 9. If the whole evening was a total drag, go back to rule 1. If you follow these few rules, you too can successfully play the dating game. (One last rule: Absolutely no cheating!) A 2 — Opening Sabrina Johnson and Greg Weatherford keep warm at the bonfire. Though some relation- ships last long, the thing between Sabrina and Greg quickly burned out (left). Tammi Engdahl and Mike Coker portray the picture of innocence (bottom left). Brook’s got Mitch right where she wants him — on the wagon (below). An excerpt from the Lexington 1982-1983 Student Handbook (page 14, section 2) — STUDENT BEHAVIOR Boys and girls will naturally form friendships in school but, bearing in mind that there is a time and place for everything Displays of affection are not acceptable behavior while at school or on school sponsored ac- tivities Opening — 3 0 0 ft €tnd t € Although the Lexington student body is not known for its exuberant support, bursts of spirit erupted through different channels during the year. The fervor began when Freeman's bright brainstorm to inspire his team created en- thusiasm but interrupted players' dreams. At 12:01 a.m., August 14. the Lexington Bulldog squad was the first football team in the state to practice in pads. The boys con- tinued their new found enthusiasm all year and celebrated with their traditional chant. Attempts to fire up the students as well as the team were made by the cheerleaders, but student involvement seemed to be missing. The key to a more spirited assembly was found during the yearbook merchandising sale. Music, the universal expression of one’s feelings, along with the surprise ap- pearance of the KATT awakened even the most withdrawn students. All par- ticipated and discovered that total involve- ment was more fun. Other forms of spirit were produced pre dodsed by produce pro doos . One wouldn’t think that cutting pictures of squash, cucumbers, lettuce, etc. out of magazines would create an undying en- thusiasm. Chants highlighting the other team's abilities, however, provided the con- nection. Dead meat was a famed expres- The football team was really up for the Wayne game — especially 74 (right). Posters are a sign of the basketball girls’ true feelings (below). Expressing his support. Terry B. gets ex- cited at a basketball game (bottom right). sion among the basketball girls as well as their favorite chant: Onions, celery, tomatoes, too. ? plays like vegetable stew! Chants were also heard from the band, the classes, and the spec- tators. One particular chant by the band that always seemed undone was: How do you like your eggs? Raw! Raw! Raw!” As the year progressed, it was evident that spirit was often a part of athletics. organizations, and school in general. Although the ultimate goal of involving the entire student body was rarely attained, celebrations did take place! Whether it was a celebration of an individual — com- pleting Mrs. Jones' dreaded semester proj- ect. or of a group — dancing to a new song, beating an old rival, or just living it up on Main Street, spirit surfaced through some new and some rathe; unusual ways! UJV'-,. •'TDftUGS, Contributing to the crowd’s spirited feelings in a pep assembly, Tonya M. gives the international signal for a touchdown (top left). With the look of assurance, Sabrina J. gives her rating for the softball team at the Amber-Pocasset Tournament (top right). The KATT zealously celebrates with the Dawg at the yearbook assembly (above). The crowd shows vast amounts of enthusiasm at the Heart of Oklahoma Tournament (left). Opening — 5 tfau ) C4K « cUuxufA letKetH efi... ... xM t£e empty U ne cue faut teyetfex. Ohwa-tigoo-siam! Students and teachers found the U.ue meaning of the Old Indian proverb” — Oh what a goose I am! (top) “Dawg” fans show their usual in- terest in the opposing team as the Purcell Dragons are introduced (above). As this sequence of photos shows, Dewite B. can always take a good situation and exploit it to its fullest (right). 6 — Opening ‘0Mt6e70 xM TttuJuul School was more than readme, writing, and arithmetic. It was a place where students often expressed themselves. Sometimes events that took place were planned, but often they were spur of the moment episodes that just happened and helped make the day more bearable — at least for the students. Can you imagine: painting yourself black but no one understanding why? putting an out of order sign on the girl’s bathroom? losing your desk top (Mr. Thompson)? writing about cockroaches for Mr. Roach? ordering a Kiddy Coke and four straws from the Sonic? sending Washington's basketball team a sympathy card? skipping class to get donuts? maxing cars puli over while having a fake funeral procession? laughing at Mr. Roach’s jokes? dancing with a member of the same sex just to be able to dance? reading newspapers while the opposing team is announced? glueing a quarter to the floor and wat- ching tightwads trying to pick it up? putting a zoo sign on the door for Mrs. Jones' sixth hour class and charging admission? being bizarre by coloring your hair orange? letting the air out of Greg W.’s tire at the Sonic? dressing up as a sex machine? ‘forgetting how to turn off the coffee machine in the concession stand while the coffee is still pouring out? making a cake that looks like ‘‘dead meat?’y The 1983 school year, as any other year, had its share of crazy moments. It’s no wonder that the teachers were bouncing “off the walls” by the end of the day! Fresh from lunching at one of the classier establishments, — note tie — Lisa (Pete) W. and Lisa (Ziggy) W. attempt a genuine Nazi salute as they ap- proach Hitler Thompson (top). Tim C. proves that he too has talent. It's amazing, the The inabil sounds he gets out of that air guitar (middle). The inability to find a date for a dance can pose a lem, but Mary R. and Sandy P. demonstrate that it can be a small problem if one isn't too choosey (bottom). rgu ____ find a date for a dance can pose a prob- Opening — 7 2( ex i t t e Sfoeefo Craig Wenthold authentically presents himself as a middle school “Problem Child” (far left). Knocked down and dragged out are the stoners” from Bedrock. Pebbles (Cyndi Wilkins) and Bam Bam (Mike Dunlap) (top left). Sweet as candy are the M M MC’s, Staci Snow and Debbie Fitzgerald (top right). Announced as the personal friends of the guys, these Fruit of the Loom gals, Delonna Owen, Shelley Crossland, and Kim Thomas, dance to Dirty Laundiy (middle). Second string “Dallas Dollies,” Tim Rivera. Kevin Caldwell, and Danny Arnold, definitely leave something to be desired as they perform to “Touch Me” (middle right). Rocking to Aldo Nova's “Fantasy” are the Quazars. Janice Scott. Becky Seaton, Cathy Durham, and Richie Crawford (right). 76e ,0Kati' TZoc ed jZexiaybw Hey! We did il! We actually did it! exlaimed staff member. Kim Thomas, as the yearbook merchandising assembly came to a close. Did what? The yearbook staff actually inspired students and faculty alike by presenting The Most Memorable Costume Contest. Enthusiasm was at a max, as the entire assembly was described as totally awesome by Gloria. Sabrina |ohnson. of the Bouffant Babies. Three weeks of promoting, script writing, costume designing, and rehearsing culminated in the most spirited assembly I’ve seen at Lex- ington. according to Lowell Doss, high school principal. Yearbook members delighted, enraptured, captivated, and cracked up the student body as the staff played out their roles as the distinguished judges! Music carefully selected for each act set the tone for the grand finale when the famed KATT from FM 100 radio station made a surprise ap- pearance and rocked out with the DAWG to Van Halen's Dancin’ in the Streets. The celebrity for the assembly is the en- thusiastic FM 100 KATT” (top left). The song, ‘‘You’re a Nag,” obviously describes these two high society chicks. Kim Anderson and Renee Argo (top middle). Bosom Buddies. Keli Hardeman and Cindy Shockey, clown around. Lollipops and water were part of their act (top right). Costume contestant finalists make the selection process difficult for the judges (middle). Bouffant Babies, Gloria (Sabrina johnson). Gladys (Lisa Watkins), and Glenda (Lisa Wilhite), willfully perform their hit song. You're My Bouffant Baby (bottom left). Pam Thompson, dressed as a witch, wins the costume contest (bottom right). 9 “'ty ct %e Sa l cUa 4d (Z llu Si+H H ‘‘How do I look?” ‘‘Are you sure I don’t have anything on my face?” “Is my collar lying down?” RIIINNNGGG!!! The twenty-five familiar faces of the classroom faded into the flurry of people as they rushed to the door and poured into the confusion of the hallway. They had to make the most of their short five minutes of freedom between classes. Every second counted. It was a race to the restroom to stake claim on a mirror. Kim beat Pam. and more blush was applied. A quick comb of the hair and Kim was off to make her attempt to attract some well deserved attention. Pam fought her way to the mirror where she added generous amounts of mascara. Meanwhile, Cindy made a auick check for panty lines in the mass confusion of the half, but little did she know, she had already been checked out by gazing onlookers. Across the hall. Mike gave Tim some Big Red gum to im- prove his corn nut” breath. Then he rushed to the restroom to make sure he had it all together. The seconds ticked away as he waited impatiently for Jeff to quit combing his hair. Finally. Mike ambled to the mirror and made sure his hair was in place, no, not quite in place, one never wants to be completely together. Back at the gym it was a madhouse because of the commo- tion involved in changing clothes. Before dressing, deodorant was hurriedly applied by the guys in quantities based upon whether or not they had time to shower. In the corner, all alone. Rodney secretly pulled out his Polo” col- ogne. He splashed it on and threw it back into his bag. Ronnie and Tom gave a last second glance in the mirror. Hoping they had time to spare, they both pulled out a comb and started to style. Their hair was wet and full of sweat which made it even more difficult to comb. Finally, in desperation, they shoved their combs in their pockets and sprinted to class because they didn't want to spend the hour hearing a speech communicated by Mr. Doss. As the bell rang, there was a mad dash to the classrooms. The break was over, but the primping wasn’t! Primping was definitely an activity all high schoolers engaged in — some — not enough, and some — too much! Between classes Arleen C. tries to make-up' for time she didn’t have before school (topi. Kenneth class requires more quickness than does the preceding athletic hour.___________________________________________________ Combing her hair before having cheerleading pictures taken. Michell makes a perfect subject for the primping page. 10 — Opening 70 ante Tfw' Stilly Squitn “Wanna be in band? Year- book? How about F.H.A.? If these questions sound familiar to you. hang in there. You're just one of those students who everybody wants (in their organization) at some time or another. You know how it is. You sign up for a class or organiza- tion that you have always liked. Two days later, three teachers ask you to join their group. Whether you decide to join an organization or not, however, don't worry. You will soon find out that everybody (still) wants you — or rather your money! Coerciveness takes over as you are bombarded by eager students asking, begging, and pleading with you to buy fireworks, sausage, a yearbook. 4 dozen donuts, a homecoming poster, a chance for a bicycle, pictures, mums, jewelry, candy, l-shirts Excuses work well for a while, but a persisting student frantically urg- ing you to purchase his product usually wears you down. At this point, if you did join an organization, therefore becoming a salesperson yourself, you are in luck. You should walk over to that overzealous student, look him right in the eye. and say, If you'll buy a homecoming poster, I'll buy four of your dumb chances on the bicycle! Compromise is the soulution. If everybody wants you, get involved and want them too! As usual Craig W. demonstrates his total interest in anything edible, but this time he does it with unusual at- tention toward neatness (top left). Leon W. can’t even keep his mind on money as he contemplates his grow- ing stack of donuts (topi. Money-hungry, Debbie F. sells mums for Basketball homecoming (center). The imposing figure of Mark M. poses an interesting question. What could happen if you don't buy a yearbook? (bottom right). Most girls deserve, no, demand at- tention. But in this instance, Shelli P. Orgnoization Division — 11 Confessions of An Addict Yearbook was more than just another class it was •in experience an ex| erience that turned into a way of life The teachers lounge and the darkroom were my home, and Mrs. Cunningham became my mom. From selling just one more ad. poster, or yearbook, to feeling high from working in the unventilated darkroom lor eight hours, to staving up until 4:20 a m. on a school night to meet a deadline, yearbook Infame a challenge a challenge that to me liecame an obses- sion After all. a yearbook was more important than a typical school protect that was to eventually t e discard- ed a year! ook would last forever! During my two years as a staff member and editor, the staff anti I encountered many obstacles. Some of these were easily overcome. For instance, a picture could always lie reprinted when a yearbook flunky barged into the darkroom .it the wrong time! The layering of clothing was the solution to the frigid condi- tion of the teacher's lounge that doubled as the year- book room, and the morning darkroom crew, after ruin- ing three sheets of jiaper. simply had to be reminded that developer comes liefore fixer Other problems were more difficult to overcome. After hurriedly snapping pictures all day lietween classes, and during classes, from all imaginable angles, to meet a last minute deadline, the realization that the pictures were taken without film in the camera was not easy to accept. In other words it was a bummer!” Another hindrance was the nonparticipation of the stu- dent body. The first thing a student does when he gets his yearbook is look for nis own pictures, but for some strange reason, the majority of students, turned pur- (xisedly away from the camera just as the staff photographer focus Hl in. Then these strange people complained because they were only in the yearbook once. I wondered at times why I took the class. The developing, printing — reprinting, writing — rewriting, cropping, tvping — correcting. drove me crazy. I knew the answer, however, when the '82 yearbooks came in I was so excited as we (Mrs. C.. Cindy S . and II rushed to the Mistletoe in Purcell to get them. As I flipp'd through those pages my pages — I felt a sense of accomplishment I’d never felt before! It was my Ixjok for all tne world to see — and it was worth it! by Debbie Fitzgerald Every suggestion for a caption seems funny around midnight. Stacie S. has reached that delirious state (lop) After working from 8:00 to 6:00 during the Christmas break, Debbie F and Kim A. pig out on tacos (middle). YEARBOOK STAFF — Top — D Arnold. R Wood. L. Fitzer. R Crawford. K Anderson. D. Fitzgerald. T. Rivera. M. Dunlap. C. Shockey. R Argo. K Thomas. D Bennett. C Wenthold. Middle — T. Shea. S. Crossland. S. Kidder. S. Cole. j. Scott Bottom — Mrs. Cunningham. K. Caldwell. S. Snow. C. Durham. B. Seaton Not Pictured — K. Hardeman. M. Monse. D. Owen. C. Wilkins. 12 — Yearbook Top — A. Ramsey. J. Croslin. T. Rivera. M. Box. R. Crawford. Second — S. Rowell. D. Fitzgerald. A. Clieatwood, B. Bake. R. Cleveland, T. Snow. Third — C. Wilkins. S. Olson. S. Snow. S. Jones. R Sukenis Bottom — Mrs. Jones. K. Newville, P. Thompson. G. Frazier. L. Atwood. Mr. Thompson. Believing in Me Many students believe that to get ahead in anything, they need either money, brains, or a lot of luck. Members of the newly organized Leadership Club discovered, however, that they needed only one thing — self-confidence. In class the students learned how to present themselves as well as their ideas to others. They studied the psychology of others and listened to guest speakers, who stressed the need for leadership today. Collecting toys and canned goods for the Cleveland County Christmas Store and contributing to the com- munity were just two of the projects par- ticipated in by the leadership class. Some of the students also involved themselves in the Youth Government Organization and attended a Bill Writing Seminar, a Pre-Legislative Con- ference. and a Legislative Conference. The leadership program was established to inspire those wno believe in themselves and have the potential to become the leaders of tomorrow. Through the various experiences, in class and as a club, leadership students formed better self-concepts. Along with their improved self-concepts, the students learned they could have a positive in- fluence on the future. Terrie S. contemplates her outlook on life (top left). Bruce Bethers, Ex. Director of Cleveland Co. YMCA, explains the importance of attending youth conferences (middle). As Stacie S.t and Greg F. check out their report cards they remind Mr. Thompson that leadership class is supposed to build egos not deflate them (above). Leadership — 13 N.H.S. — Alias Eggheads Mention NHS to someone and generally he conjures visions of two dozen elitist egg- heads sitting around with nothing better to do than discuss relativity and exist- entialism. In reality, however, the situation at LHS was quite different. The NHS members were far from the stereotyped proverbial bookworms; they came from all walks of life. From enthusiastically leading cheers and working loonnggg hours on the yearbook to stretching those sore muscles in pom pon and dragging out of bed for early band ... they did it all! In fact, the NHS members actually pro- vided the structure for most of the organiza- tions and sports. Sure, the members were good students, but more importantly, they were the leaders of yesterday and probably the leaders of tomorrow. Dawn E. shows her spirit in the pom pon sauad's routine to Hot Stuff” (top left). Most students spend Christmas vacation eating, sleeping, or attending various social events; however. Mark C.. with strong en- couragement from his father, spent part of his welding (top right). Mr. Dills aids seniors, Rolonda W. and Pam T. with information on colleges (center left). Playing her solo in On Broadway at district contest is Luetta E. (center right). Mr. Oliver and a few of the NHS members look over some of the better political car- toons (above). Top — Mr. Oliver. G. Weatherford. L. Wilson. M. Clift. D. Arnold. D. Edwards. R. Shore. Middle — L. Edwards. R. Lamb. S. Olson. C. Coker, S. Johnson Bottom — C. Durham. D. Fitzgerald. K. Thomas. P. Thompson. S. McGregor, A. Cheatwood. 14 — National Honor Society Standing — L. Wilhite. D. Frazier. A. Cheatwood, T. Rivera. R. Wood, K. Newville, G. Coker, Mr. Thompson. Seated — S. Johnson, R. Lamb. D. Fit- zgerald. T. Engdahl, K. Thomas. P. Thompson, D. Arnold, M. Clift (topi. Student Council Vice-President Mark C. practices the fine art of ad-libbing the announcing of the homecoming parade as Debbie F. worriedly looks on (center left). Since most guys dislike dancing, Pam T. and Deborah F. find that the last resort of dancing with each other at the foot- ball homecoming dance is better than not dancing at all(center right). Getting tne proper attention is something every leader has problems with as this picture demonstrates: All the members are talking among themselves. Even George (Hitler) Thompson, the student council sponsor, is more interested in the members' con- versation than the rantings of President Danny A. (bottom). Student Council — the Unofficial Officials When a task had to be completed or when someone wanted to initiate a novel idea, the faithful representatives of the student body were called upon. Most of the tedious undertakings the council tackled ran smoothly, but occasionally unex- pected obstacles arose such as the time Vice- President Mark Clift had to ad-lib the MC duties during the parade and the time Presi- dent Danny Arnold forgot the queen’s crown at football homecoming. These impediments didn’t squelch the students' involvement, however. The council continued to carry out a number of activities. Organizing the parade, football and basketball nomecomings, selling mums, sponsoring dances, coordinating the Cnristmas door decoration contest, promoting a Valentine assembly, directing the second annual blood drive, and tiying to enthuse the student bodv. were just a tew of the responsibilities the of- ficials thrust upon the unofficial officials._ Student Council — 15 1 Communication Through Pictures Art is a learning experience. A student does not learn art itself, though. He uses art to express, learn about, and relate to his world. Art is communica- tion, expressed — not verbally — but through drawing and painting. Emotions that cannot be described with words blossom when command is taken of charcoal, paintbrush, and a little imagination. During the year, the art students used their im- aginations to sketch self-portraits, pencil still life, and paint masterpieces inspired by inner thoughts. Envisioning dreams of becoming channel 5's head artist, Ron- nie B. draws his own portrait (right). Checking out their finished product, art students Opal W.. Tom S., DaviaS.. and Ron S. get into the spirit of Christmas (below). Ron S. admires the scenery the art class drew for the grade school Christmas pro- gram (center). Rodeo buff Daniel H. appropriately poses with his prize horse (center right). Kenneth B. and Opal W. find that getting outdoors to experience their surroundings puts things in a different perspective (above). Top — W. Childress. K. Barker. R Irby, M. Cagle. T. Smart. C. Baker, M. Dunlap, D. Herell, M. Corley. Mrs. Cuyos. Middle — S. McCown. R. Shinn. C. Worley, C. Baker. Bot- tom — G. Riley, O. Whitaker. |. Croslin. T. Boyd. 16 - Art Top — D. Herell. D. Arnold. T. Rivera. C. Wenthold. B. Garner. M. McQuerrey. M. Carmack. Second — R. Crawford. D. Wall. T. Smart. B. Mooneyham. G. Weatherford. T. Caskey. Third — R. Shore. T. Engdahl. K. Anderson. A. Cheat- wood. R. Sukenis. T. Rivera. R Beason. Fourth — M. Heck. S. McCown, R. Shinn. B. Simpson. J. Riggs. S. Olson. Fifth — T. McGeHee. M. Lorenz. L. Huff- man. L. Edwards. Mr. Oliver (Sponsor). Bottom — S. Phillips. L. Wilson. G. Coker. S. Snow. Bobby S., Lexington’s resident computer expert, shows his stuff again (below). Michelle H. ana Stacie S. observe the marine life aquarium, which is one of the newer exhibits at the Omniplex (bottom right). Scott M. experiences the moving force of a gyroscope (bottom left). Learning Through Experience Once again LHS’s Science Club pur- sued every scientific interest they could see and experience. During the year the group trekked to the Witchita Moun- tains in Oklahoma’s Southwest studying geology and the local flora and fana, and to OKC’s Omniplex discovering scientific principles behind every' day occurrences. This year the group was larger than in past years and promises to increase in size as the interest at LHS increases. Science Club — 17 SPANISH CLUB MEMBERS — Top — K. Thomas, S. Davis, T, Rivera. S. McGregor, A. Cheatwooci Second — C. Sutton, S. Snow, R, Argo, K. Hickman. D. Yeary. B Ferguson. Third — S. Phelps, B. Simpson, T. Whitaker, C. Bennett. R, Skinner. D. Frazier. C. Wilkins. D. Owen Bot- tom — L. Heisey, T. McGehee, P. Thompson. R. Lamb. C. Durham. G. Horn. A. Brown. S. Farrow. Mrs. D. Feroli. Finding out that a moving target isn't easy to break, Kim H. swings and strikes out (right). Enjoying their Mexican meal, Susie F., Beth F„ Kim H. and Regina H. treat themselves to a festive feast, (bottom left). Lick that pot clean! Delonna O., Renee A.. Regina H., and Tonya M. help themselves before the meal even begins! (bottom right). From Feroli’s to Frijoles From breakfast at Mrs. Feroli's house to lunch in Mrs. Brown’s room, food seemed to be the main interest of the Spanish Club. To start out the year, the Spanish Club members piled into cars heading for Mrs. Feroli’s house where they experienced an authentic Mexican breakfast. On another trip to Mrs. Feroli’s, food was present again as chips and popcorn were consumed during Don Quixote. Later in the year the club went to Carl Albert High School for the presentation of a bilingual play, Los Tres Picos, or “The Three-Cornered Hat,” by Alcaron. Food was not forgot- ten in this expedition; after the play, 25 empty stomachs got their fill of delicious comida” at The Border Crossing in Norman. This was a hungry group. The year ended with two tasty activities. The first, a Mex- ican luncheon, took place in Mrs. Brown's home economics room where the members of the Spanish club fried, chopped, and grated all morning to enjoy a hearty lunch. The pihata. constructed over a period of 10 days, was long in the making but short in the breaking as 532 candies were consumed to end the year on a sweet note. 18 — Spanish Learning to Speak Speech was not just getting up in front of a class of people and reading a speech from cue cards. It involved much more. Emotions and feelings were a big part of speech. For instance, presenting awards, debating on whether or not to get a new school building and showing the difficulty of getting a point across were just a few of the ways the speech class expressed their emotions. Even though these events weren’t all exactly interesting, they did lead to the climax of the year, the speech play, The Mad Breakfast. The cast of the Mad Breakfast” certainly fit the parts they were pick- ed to play (top). ‘TU lend you a good book called ALL FOR LOVE. Renee A. of- fers more than willingly. But Lizzie's (Lisa H.) all but clean mind stops her from accepting the offer (center left). “Good job guys! says Renee A. as everyone forgets their lines .. . AGAIN!! (center right). “Good things we weren’t in that play, huh. Steph! Our Humerous Duet was much better! (above).________________________________ Speech — 19 Kick Ya Legs!” Teresa W. and Terry H. demonstrate the meaning of this phrase (right). Flying high, Brooke B. cheers on the team, (right). The cheerleaders display spirit during the Homecoming Parade (below). All cracked up are Tammy C. and Megan M. as they tiy to get it together at a pep assembly (mid- dle right). Cheerleaders, Tammy C.. Brooke B„ Barbara P., Patsy P., Terry H., Teresa W.. Shellv M.. and Megan M., form a walking pyramid to Here we come a truckin' in! (bottom). What A Job! After attending Shamrock Camp for the 2nd consecutive year, learning a whole new set of cheers, skits, and activities, and return- ing home with 3 superior ratings. 2 excellent ratings, and a special award of excellence, the LHS cheerleaders were filled with all kinds of pep and vigor at the beginning of the vear. Filling the teams and the students with'their spirit and en- thusiasm was their dreaded job. And what a job it was as spirit was scarce among the students of LHS. However, spirit was provided by the cheerleaders when it was most needed. The year was full of little pranks and funny gestures. The spirit box was always a good way to get people (or at least a couple) involved in the festivities. A feeding race with the senior football players inspired the team not to mention cracking us up. The bubble gum blowing contest was a real sticky spirit raiser and, of course, the cheerleaders could always depend on class yells to get everyone with it! The best spirit raiser, however, was the winning attitude and competitive spirit created through the cheerleaders which added to the teams' successes. 20 — Cheerleaders 4-12-9-20-17 Waiting in the dressing room, going over and over the routine, making sure everyone had their gloves, pom-pons, or whatever outer necessities they needed, the Bull-ettes pom-pon squad was always in a frantic frenzy just before a performance. One would think these girls were performing in front of the crowd at the NCAA Basketball championship game between Houston and North Carolina. The pom-pon girls had nothing to worry about. The fact that the music could barely be heard above a whisper because of the rowdy crowd at the first home game against Newcastle wasn't their fault. On the other hand, no one will ever forget how Kim T’s 1-2-3-4-5-6-7-8 counting was disrupted bv a few pranksters 4-12-9-20-17 counting. Well, it worked and she got off count. (Her routine looked like 4-12-9- 20-17 — what an initiation!). Then there was the time when the lights didn't come on and the crowd got to enjoy the start of the routine in the dark. And of course, nobody noticed Debbie F.'s little slip on the pom-pon. The routines weren't always total disasters, but when they were, it wasn't as big a deal to everyone else as it was to the Bull-ettes. It just made their waiting in the dressing room and going over and over the routine even more frantic the next time around. Tammy E. enjoys Shana M.’s view as Debbie F. makes sure no one is watching (top). Kim T. gets ready tor the finish of the Eye of the Tiger’’ routine (middle left). The Lex Bull-ettes perform at the Heart of Oklahoma Tourney in Purcell (left). The Pom-Pon girls. Dawn E.. Pam T.. Kim T.. Shana M.. Cyndi W.. Tammi E.. and Debbie F.. get down — especially Pam T. (above). Before performing, Pam T. apprehensively takes one last glance at the crowd (left). Pom-Pon — 21 Bringing the Notes Alive “Vocal Students Bring the Notes Alive,” was the year’s motto for the chorus department. Preparation for contest was the main emphasis for director Maxine Gardner and her students. They set a goal to attend state contest at OSU and achieved this BOYS’ GLEE — Top — R. Crawford. D. Hudson. R. Dodd. M. Caldwell. P. Maggia. J. P. Bridgeford. E. Cheatwood. Middle — K. Carlisle. J. Dean, C. Gilmore, H. Brothers, S. Emerson. B. McGee, C. Gardner. R. England. T. Caldwell. Bottom — M. Lorenz, j. Wilhite, J. Reed, J. Spor, B. Rains, T. Goosen. J.H. GIRLS’ ENSEMBLE — Top — G. Plavchak. P. Thornton, D. Boxford. L. Manuel. N. Gardner. K. Carlisle. K. Wing. L. Cooper. Seated — T. Shea. A. Taylor. H.S. GIRLS’ TRIO — T. McGehee. B. Brothers, M. Lorenz. 22 — Vocal goal. The Boys’ Quartet, Girls’ Ensemble, and Girls’ Glee also made it to state where they received ex- cellent ratings. After state the vocal students sponsored the Talent Show which was a huge success. The last two activities for the group, their Spring Concert and their entertainment provided at gradua- tion, added the final touches to a successful year. A new student at Lex, Yong F., gets in the swing of things by singing 'Hit Me with Your Best Shot” (top). Members of the Harlequins, Tonya M.. Hank B.. Tammi E.. and Jeff S. perform at the talent show (middle). At the spring concert. Teri S. exemplifies the enthusiasm and technique which enabled the girls to sing at state contest (bottom). GIRLS’ GLEE — Top — Mrs. Gardner. D. Younce. N. Gardner. S. Johnson. T. Whitaker. L. Wilhite. D. Frazier. L. Sevier. ). McGee. K. Hickman. T. Engdahl. B. Ferguson. Y. Fields. Middle — D. Henderson. S. Farrow. T. Halitzka. A Taylor. M. Lorenz. D. Yeary. T. Cooksey. A. Cheatwood. T. Whitaker. K. Carlisle, D. Boxford. Bottom — T. McGehee. B. Brothers. T. Shea. L. Cooper. K. Wing. G. Stone. P. Thornton. R. Briscoe. S. Keener. G. H.S. GIRLS’ ENSEMBLE — Top — T McGehee. B. Brothers. K Hickman. D. Yeary, T. Cooksey. A. Cheatwood. L. Wilhite. D. Frazier. Seated — T. Whitaker. M. Lorenz. H.S. BOYS' QUARTET — D. Baker.). Spor.). Wilhite. T. Chambers. Vocal — 23 Just as the monkey in the hand room which bears her name. Melissa L.’s mouth is always open — even during early morn- ing band practice (below). Warming up at Six Flags are Michel-lee L. Melissa L. and Cathv D. playing french horns and Lisa W. playing the drums (right). Top — D. Pack. K. Gipson. D. Yeary. D. Frazier. N. Yeary. M. Shore. Second — S. Johnson. R. Argo, S. Roach. C. Rickert. J. Riggs. L. W'ilson. R. Donham. S. Boatright. L. Edwards. A. Evans. K. Wilson. D. Arnold Third — M. LeBlanc. M. Lorenz. M. Melton. S. Melton. K. Anderson. S. McGregor. H. Riggs. S. 24 - H.S. Band Shore. K. Sherman. G. Riley. D. Yeary. S. Farley. T. Hooper. Bottom — C. Durham, |. Garner. G. Combs. T. Dodson, K. Scott. S. Robinson. P. Farley. C. Bonner. L. Watkins. S. Phelps. L. Huf- fman. M. McGregor. T. Dobyns. Mr. |. Meiller. Hamming it up in a feature performance at Konawa are percus- sionists Lisa W.. Shelli P.. Lisa H„ and Carey B. |top left). Playing the processional music for the homecoming court are Rob D„ Steve B.. and Danny A. (above). The band performs at the marching contest in Konawa (left). Marching in Style Frenzied football games, noisy basketball games, and raucous pep rallies were all a part of band. It seemed as though wherever a ball was tossed, the band was there to entertain the spectators, while the team rested, and to raise the spirits of the team while they played ball. Football games, unlike basketball games, required a great deal of careful planning. While basketball game playing was more of a come — as — you — are — ana — have — a — great — time” fling, marching at a halftime show involved uniformity, seriousness, and precision. The members of the band played the respective roles as needed when needed. Yet another atmosphere was to be created as band members put away their marching shoes, hats, and overlays and donned formal attire for concert band. In past years, the LHS concert band has gone to the Tri-State Music Festival in Enid and twice earned the Outstanding Band award. This year, after receiving Superior Ratings at District Contest and going on to State, they decided to shoot higher and attend the Six Flags Over Texas band contest. After many hours of rehearsing, re-rehearsing, counting, adjusting, and learning, the band was ready to take tne 190 mile trip to Dallas, Texas. At the contest, they reached not only their goal of a Superior rating, but went above and beyond their goal and received in the mail a trophy for Outstanding Band in Class 2A. LEX STUDENTS SELECTED TO HONOR BANDS: ALL STAR MARCHING BAND — D. Arnold. C. Durham. S. Johnson. S. Mellon. ALL STATE ORCHESTRA — C. Durham CODA HONOR BAND — C. Durham. S. |ohnson. OBU HONOR BAND — C. Durham. S. |ohnson. ). Riggs. G. Riley. M. LeBianc. S. Phillips. A. Evans. N. Davis. R. Durham. S. Farley. T. Hooper. II.S. Hand — 25 F.H.A. Treats Us Royally Beginning with a splash, the 1982-83 Chapter of Future Homemakers of America kick- ed off the year with a swimm- ing party to welcome the new members. As the year progressed, the group was busy with projects — the best of which was a ‘‘munching success.-' Two times during the year in 3 consecutive-day sessions, students and faculty packed away 2,500 donuts. Along with the over-indulgence of tasty donuts came abnormal behavior. Students suddenly became willing to sacrifice 20c in order to bribe a teacher into setting aside work to pork out.” Since the way to a students’ money is through his stomach, the FHA members played on Terry B., alias Santa Claus, Shelly Me. and Shena |. arrive on the scene at the Sunset Manor Nursing Home to provide Christmas cookies for the residents | right). Robbie D. looks on apprehensively as the thought of being skewered by Mary B. while being installed crosses his mind (far right). Newly installed FHA officers stand ready to take the challenge for the future (below). the students' weaknesses by selling nachos. They also got in good with the football players and coaches by providing an early breakfast during Homecoming week. Although food played a ma- jor part in FHA, other projects were included in the schedule. The officers and representatives took a trip to the Sub District Rally at Chickasha. Later the chapter made a trip to the State Sub District Rally at the Myriad and to a concert at the Civic Center Music Hall to see “Sunshine Express.” The 1982 National Delegate to Atlanta, GA. was Tammy Cooksey and the 1983 Delegate to Washington D.C. was janis Scott. The football boys and coaches enjoy the homecoming breakfast prepared by the FHA members (middle right). Donut sales are great if selling and eating is all that has to be done (right). Icky, gooey, sticky, chewy — FHA members delight in doing donuts (far right). 26 - FHA Santa Claus, Terry B.. and Mrs. Brown spread the Christmas cheer (left). FHA Officers — Top — S. McGregor. Representative; T. Dobyns. Chaplain; ). McGee. Historian; K. Roberts. Parlimentarian; C. Kleeman. Treasurer; M. Barker. Vice-President. Bottom — P. Palmer. Representative; T. Whitaker. Song Leader; J. Scott, Reporter; T. Cooksey. Presi- dent; D. Yeary, Represen- tative (center). CRUNCH!!! No one had to beg Scott R. to buy nachos. He was the first in line (below). Top — M. Corley. D. Haynes. R. Harp. D. Wall. G. McKiddy. J. Croslin. W. Childress. J Hunt. R Morris. T Goosen. O Whitaker. T. Laireon. M. Petit. D Cooksey. L. Merrell. D Kleeman. R. Dodd. T Mowdy. Second — Mrs Brown. M. McGregor. S Goss. L. Burchett. D. Younce. K Hickman. L Manuel. L Engdahl. K Carlisle. L Parker. S Berglan. M. Richardson. S. Yeary. C. Sutton. G. Stone. L Atwood. M Wood. | Farrow. A. Caldwell Third — L. Cooper. R Wyatt. T. Shea. A. Brown. S Cole. R Brisco. R. Young. M. Nere. S Jones. K. Gipson. T Heck. M Heck. T Black. | Owens. S. Dunford. T Halitzka. G Horn. T Skaggs. G Plavchak Bottom — T. Cooksey. D Yeary. T. Dobyns. J McGee. K Kleeman. K Roberts. M Barker. J. Scott. T Whitaker. S. McGregor. P. Palmer. FHA - 27 What a Great Year! What a great year! What used to be a rivalry between the boys and girls suddenly turned into teamwork. Lisa Millsap won 2nd place in the P. I. Quiz Contest and went on to compete in the state level. Mark Clift won $13.00 a pound on his reserve Grand Champion hog at the Tulsa State Fair. Memorizing speeches suddenly turned into fun for some of the members as they won at various speech con- tests. Six sophomore members also got the privilege of meeting the National FFA officers at a leadership conference. This year Mr. Selzer had no problem getting the members to attend church during National FFA Week since he agreed to take everyone out to eat at Casa Bonita after church. Other highlights of the year were attending the Na- tional and State Convention, having the Grand Cham- pion steer at the County Fair, and serving coffee and donuts at the bank. The year ended with four seniors. K. C. Ely. Shawn Gralla. David Northcutt. and Mark Clift, receiving the highest honor possible — the State Farmer Degree. The year was over, but the fun wasn’t as plans were made for the annual Float Trip. 4 1982-83 FFA Officers — K. C. Ely. Sentinel; S. Gralla. Treasurer; S. Olson. Secretary; M. Clift. President; D. Northcutt. Vice-President; S. Millsap. Reporter; K. Selzer. Advisor (middle right). % Top — M. Coker. C. Wenthold. G. McKiddy. D. Idlett, T. Chambers. K. Newville, ) McGee. C. Ille. J. Black. T. Black Middle — T. Mowdy. J. Riggs. D. Hoofard. G. Coker, G. Frazier. L. Millsap. D. Edwards. M. Heck. M. LeBlanc. |. Moffat. M. Thompson Bottom — M. Clift, D. Northcutt. S. Olson. P. Thompson. S. Gralla. S. Millsap. K. C. Ely. K. Selzer. 28 - FFA - ■ r FFA girls, Melissa L. and Lisa M.. compete in “Ladies Lead” at county level (top left). Rub-a-dub, two in a tub! Michelle H. and Missy T. have fun participating in initiation (top right). Animals aren’t the onlv thing put in cages. Of course, who’s to say these ag students don’t belong in cages (middle left). Mark C. proudly shows off his Reserve Grand Champion bar- row at Tulsa (middle right). Mike H. holds his FFA project together — and with one hand too! (left). Opposite page — Receiving the Grand Champion plaque from Dean Spencer at local stock show is David N. (top). Gary C. and K. C. Ely encourage greenhand. Lisa M.. through the food line (middle left). Maggie Lei me tell you about Maggie, my girl. She has lovely red hair with plenty of curl. Big brown eyes that dance and shine. Long slender legs, and she's all mine Pearly white teeth all clean and straight. When she smiles they really look great Her smile is like a charm to me. If you'd see her you would agree. We spend a lot of time together. Strolling through the wind and weather The time flies by when she's around. She's the cutest thing I've ever found She's happy to see me day and night. I always try to treat her right. Kindness is catching I can see. For she has never mistreated me I dread the day we have to part I'll always hold her in my heart. She lifts me up when I am down. She is deserving of a crown. She's timid and quiet, sweet and shy I still have yet to see her cry She's tall and stately, full of class. Twice as pretty as a striped bass My friends laugh when Maggie is near. When I'm whispering in her ear If they could only understand The reason why I think she's grand Maggie is mine, there is nardoubt Because she roots me with her snout Since you've been wondering. I'll tell you now. Maggie, my girl, is a Duroc sow by Mark Clift FFA - 29 Learning by Doing 4-H is a youth development program. It en- courages creativity in a learn by doing environment and provides an effective way to encourage citizenship and leadership development. Some of the outstanding achievements of the Lexington Sr. 4-Hers were as follows: |erry Moffat, Okla. State lnd. Homesite Land Pasture Contest: Regena Briscoe, Grand Cham- pion Consumer buying: and Tammy Newville, Reserve Champion Maine Anzou Steer also a team composed of Jerry Moffat, Tammy Newville, and Tommy Hooper won a 1st and 2nd in the Land Pasture contest. him to go to the S.W. District Share the Fun contest where he won a trophy for 5th place (right). Rod C. dresses his steer at the Cleveland County Livestock Show (center left). Top — D. Hudson; T. Caskey; P. Maggia; R Cleveland. President; J. Scott. Treasurer Bottom — M. Caskey; S. Olson; R. Briscoe. Reporter; T. Newville. Secretary; J. Moffat. Vice-President (center right). Resena B. wins second place as she plays ana sings at the Cleveland County Senior Share the Fun contest (right). Paul Maggia won first place in the ClevelandCounty contest which entitled A New Additon jgjw New to the ___ ranks of clubs and organizations at LHS this year came Mu Alpha Theta, an organization aevoted to proficiency in higher levels of mathematics. Because the club is for college bound students, the members had to complete four levels of col- lege preparatory mathematics with distinction and be enrolled in a fifth semester math course. 30 — 4-H MathematicsCiub Mu Alpha Theta, founded in our state at the University of Oklahoma, now has over 1,200 active chapters nation- wide and several in foreign countries. Left to Right — R. Lamb; S. Phillips; D. Arnold; L. Wilhite; M. Hubble, Co-President; D. Fitzgerald: D. Ed- wards; S. Johnson. Vice-President; A. Cheatwood, Co-President; A. Ramsey. Not Pictured — P. Thomp- son. Secretary. $et 'PfaftlccU fof Otloia 'Jfcu m At Lexington every sport became a physical battle. The Bulldog football team found Coach Freeman's description of the Chandler Lions somewhat deceptive. The “evenly sized” team turned out to be 4 King Kongs and a Godzilla on the front line. Lex received its bruises from that game, but went on to dish out plenty to otner teams as they compiled their se- cond best record in tne school’s history7. The entire basketball season for both the girls and the boys was physical, but the game against Anadarko proved to be a test of endurance as the Lex boys stret- ched the game into five overtimes. Lifting that heavy metal was yet another part of the power demonstrated by the Lexington atnletes. Strength was tHe key to a first place finish in tne class 2A weight lifting meet at Stroud. Wrestling was a constant struggle — a challenge to overcome the opponent. Mark Monse appropriately nicknamed “Moose” met the challenge and led the Bulldogs with the most falls. Track, softball, and baseball also were physical sports. Ronnie Brown found out just how physical when he was stuck by a pitched ball on two dif- ferent occasions while batting. At Lexington, all sports were physical. David N. unloads on a Konawa defender (top). Debbie F. leaps high to snare the rebound (left) Delonna O. gets tough and stops the Harrah base runner (top center). Giving the Crooked Oak team all they want and more, Mitch M. steals the ball to set up a fast break (center). Wrestling Capt., Ross S.. uses a bar-arm-half- nelson combination to gain a fall over his op- ponent (bottom right). Sports Division — 31 All District and Lex Defensive Player of the Year. David Northcutt. All District and Lex Offensive Player of the Year, Terry Black. 1M2 H.S. Football Lex 13 Maysville Opp 6 39 Wayne 0 13 Si Mary's 22 21 Piedmont 20 28 Dibble 21 31 Crooked Oak 13 25 Chandler 42 6 Davis 26 14 Konawa 21 20 Wynnewood 14 Opposite page — Rambling down field, 22 Terry B. gets help as 85 David N. and Ricky S. block (top left). Mitch M. sets up in the pocket as he gets ready to unload another pass down field in the Konawa game (top right). CELEBRATION!!! Terry B.. Mike C.. Tim R.. and Mike B. celebrate Coker’s go ahead touchdown in the Konawa game (top). 85 David N. lays a big stick on a Konawa runner as 1 Mitch M. prepares to pick up the fumble (center left). Turning the corner on his way to an 88 yard kickoff return for a toucndown is 82 Dewite B. (center right). Top — Coach S. Freeman. Coach M. Chappie. M. McQuerrey, K. C. Ely. C. Wenthold, M. Clift. B. Garner. M. Monse. M. Coker. T. Boyd. T. Rivera. Coach S. Blair. Coach L. Frailey. Middle — E. Wooley, M. Carmack. D. Northcutt. L Croslin. M. Box. G. Weatherford. R. Morris. R. Dodd, D. Wall. D. Morgan. Bottom — T. Caskey. |. Parker. J. Brown, T. Rivera. R. Sukenis. T. Black. D. Bennett. R. Beason. M. Donovan. M. McWhirter. R. Shore. K. Brittian. S. McCown. _____________________________________________________________________ 32 — H.S. Football Bulldogs’ Season Second — Best Ever August 14. the first day state high school teams could don pads, ushered in the 1982 Lex- ington football season in a unique fashion due to the fact that calisthentics tor the football players began at one minute after midnight. From this point the season progressed with en- thusiasm into the typical two-a-day practices of summer. As the 'Dawes” entered the game schedule, they anticipated improvement upon the two previous seasons (1980: 4-6 and 1981: 5-5) under the direction of Coach Steve Freeman, and they were not denied. The bulldogs posted the second best football record in the school's history with a 6-4 mark. Not only did the team get a jump on the practice season they also got a jump on regular season play by defeating Maysville and Wayne in the first two games. After a disappointing loss to St. Mary’s, the bulldogs rebounded with a thrilling last minute homecoming victory over Piedmont. The non- conference schedule ended with victories over Dibble and Crooked Oak and a loss to Chandler. Lexington entered the last throe games of the season in tough District 6-2A competition, with a turnover-wreaked loss to third ranked Davis. Then in a must game to stay alive in post- season play. Lexington suffered an emotional, controversial overtime loss to fifth ranked Konawa putting an end to their hopes of playoff action. Surviving the first two losses, the “Dawgs” fought Dack, however, and defeated Wynnewood in another exciting overtime game ending the season with the same enthusiasm that began the season. H.S. Football -33 The Year That Was With only two returning starters, the 1982-1983 Girls' Basketball team began the season inex- perienced. Against a tough schedule that included nine games with 3-A foes, the Lady Bulldogs main- tained the respectability that has characterized Lexington Basketball in recent years. The Lady Bulldogs finished the season under .500 at 10-14, but managed a 5-3 conference record and had big wins over Purcell, Anadarko, Newcas- tle, Pauls Valley, and Washington. The girls' team also reached the regional tournament for the 3rd year in a row. The return of 4 starters and 12 letter persons to next year’s team indicates a bright future for the girls' basketball program. Stephanie J. goes up for two against Crooked Oak in regional play (right). Ziggy shows her stuff in the Heart of Oklahoma Tournament in Purcell (below). 34 — II.S. Basketball Lex 1982-1983 H.S. Basketball Opp 50 Washington 40 72 Washington 55 52 Vanoss 60 48 Maysville 58 37 Newcastle 46 41 Elmore City 53 54 Wayne 53 51 Dibble 34 47 Purcell 39 48 Pauls Valley 51 30 Blanchard 52 44 Vanoss 67 41 Maysville 43 61 Stratford 48 64 Pemell 42 50 Konawa 60 62 Ninnekah 66 46 Pauls Valley 37 65 Anadarko 49 32 Davis 48 49 Crooked Oak 59 Play gets rough as Sabrina I. is fouled on her pass to Pete W. (top left). Tammi E. draws the foul against Washington to in- itiate a three point play (top center). Gina H. breaks away for the lay-UD (top right). “This is the way we block out!” Shelly G. and Deborah F. make sure the Elmore City players will not get the rebound (center leftl. Defending her Crooked Oak opponent, Sabrina ). is all concentration (center right). 1982-83 Girls’ Basketball Team — Top — Coach S. Blair, D. Frazier. S. Goss, S. Millsap. S. Johnson. L. Wilhite. L. Burchett. Coach R. Fuller Bottom — S. Johnson. R. Horn. D. Mallory. T. Engdahl. S. Shore. L. Watkins (bot- tom). Not Pictured — P. Thompson. li.S. Basketball — 35 Lex 1982-1983 H.S Basketball Opp 48 Anadarko 47 82 Newcastle 63 77 Pauls Valley 62 89 Washington 60 74 Dibble 44 59 Maysville 46 64 Elmore City 50 64 Newcastle 43 76 Wayne 33 76 Dibble 50 78 Sulphur 51 61 Purcell 54 50 Tuttle 56 73 Vanoss 39 75 Maysville 65 78 Stratford 59 64 Pemell 61 48 Konawa 58 70 Ninnekah 47 53 Pauls Valley 32 70 Davis 46 62 Crooked Oak 60 55 Velma-Alma 77 66 Latta 73 In the opening tip-off. |eff W. skies for the ball with his Crooked Oak op- ponent (top left). Dewite B. takes the ball to the hole in the first round regional game (top right). Putting up a jumper against Latta is K.C. Ely (center left). With a hand in his face and time running out. David N. swishes a bucket against Latta (center right). Top — Coach E. Fisher, M. Clift. M. Dunlap. I. Wilhite. M. Coker. K. C. Ely. Coach B. Richmond. Middle - C. Ille. D. Nor- thcutt. M. Corley. J. Spor. R. Crawford. K. Newville. Bottom — Mgr. D. Fit- zgerald. M. Cagle. T. Mowdy, D. Bennett. M. McWhirter. K. Caldwell. Mgr. N. Hailey. 36 — H.S. Basketball Impressive Season Despite Disappointing Losses The 1982-83 Boys' Basketball Team began the season with many high hopes. With two returning starters, sharp shooting Mitch McWhirter and tough inside player Mike Coker, plus adept Mark Clift. Jeff Wilhite, and David Northcutt. Coach Fisher could just dream about the many great things that were to happen. The season began, as was expected, on a winning note. With an 8- 0 record and a conference cnampionship under their belts, the Bulldogs went into Christmas vacation with the number 6 ranking in class 2A. The Dawgs looked in top notch form after Christmas by Thumping Newcastle. Elmore City. Wayne, and Dibble. Going into the Heart of Oklahoma Tournament, the Bulldogs were ranked 4th in 2A and seeded number 1 for the tourney. After blasting Sulphur and handily beating Purcell, the Dawgs were ready to take on the 9th ranked Tuttle Tigers. It was a hard fought battle. Unfortunately, the Bulldogs were defeated in the 2nd overtime. Even though Tuttle handed the Dawgs their first loss of the year. Lex didn't get down but. rather, fought back and won their next four in a row. With a 19-1 record the Dawgs faced arch rival Konawa. The Bulldogs went into the game favorea but were rudely disappointed by a tough Tiger team. Konawa won 58-48. The Bulldogs bounced back and continued to roll by beating Pauls Valiev in the nomecoming game and thereafter defeating Ninnekah. The last game of the regular season ended with a thrilling, yet frustrating finish as the Bulldogs were edged out by the Anadarko Warriors in an unprecedented 5th overtime. By defeating Davis in their next game, the Bulldogs became District champs and were matched against a tough Crooked Oak team in the regional playoffs. The game was everything Coach Fisher predicted and more. Fortunately, the team played one of its best games of the year and clipped the uf-Nex 62-60. In the Regional finals the Bulldogs lost to Velma-Alma. the number 1 ranked team in the state. Still with a chance to make the state playoffs, the Bulldogs traveled to Konawa to play Latta in the first round of area. With an ex- asperating second quarter, the Bulldogs allowed Latta to take a com- manding lead. The second half, however, was dominated by Lex- ington. but they could not overcome the first half's deficit and went on to end their season with the loss. The Bulldogs didn't attain all their goals, the biggest of which was to compete in the state tournament; however, they did finish the season with a 21-5 record; three All-Conference players; Jeff Wilhite. Mitch McWhirter. and Mike Coker: and memories they will never forget. With four seconds left in the first half of the Crooked Oak game. Mike C. sinks a jump shot that gives the Bulldogs a 37-32 half time lead (top left). Mitch M., an All-District 5 Team selection and District All-State nominee, drives in and scores right before the half against cross town rival Purcell (above). With the stands packed and the cheerleaders cheering, Mark C. releases the ball for two points in the tournament semifinals in Purcell (left). H.S. Basketball — 37 The H.S. Wrestling Team ... In only their second year of competition, the high school wrestling team recorded a winning dual record, placed third in the conference, and finished in tne top 20 in the state. With all starters returning to next year's squad, the Bulldog Wrestl- ing Program is looking for their finest year in 1983-84. The 1982-83 season was marked by sterling performances by outstanding 115 pound captain Ross Shore and junior heavyweight Mark Monse. Shore finished 2nd in three tour- naments and lost a controversial 1 point match in the regionals that kept him from going to tne state tournament. Shore ended with a 19-5 recorcf Monse placed 3rd in regional tournament action at Sulphur and made his second trip to the state tournament. Sophomore 141 pounder, Darrell M., sets up a high crotch takedown [top). Rick S. controls his Paul's Valley opponent in their 148 pound match. Rick placed 3rd in the conference meet (above top). Outstanding heavyweight, Mark M„ placed 3rd in the West Regional to qualify for state for the second time. He led the team in falls with 16 (center right). Mike M., 178 pounder, uses a Chicken Wing — Bar Arm Combination to turn his O.C.S. opponent (above). Top — Coach P. Arnold. |. Croslin. T. Boyd, C. Wenthold. M. Hampton. M. Mc- Querrey. G. Weatherford, Coach L. Frailey. Bottom — R. Shore. R. Sukenis. D. Cooksey, D. Morgan. G. Coker. G. Frazier. Not Pictured — M. Monse. 38 — H.S. Wrestling John C. wrestles his way to a victory in the conference tourna- ment. He finished the tournament by placing 3rd (below). Junior captain, Craig W., breaks down the 168 pounder from Shawnee (below). Mike H. flattens his opponent in their 190 pound match (center left) Second time state qualifier, Greg W., counters a takedown attempt (below-bottom). Outstanding 115 pounder, Ross S., executes another perfect takedown. Ross led the team in takedowns and victories (bottom left). Other Bulldog wrestlers had good seasons also. Greg Weatherford was the Central Oklahoma Conference champ at 168 pounds and made his second appearance in the state tournament. Newcomer, Mike Hampton, had a fine year at 190 pounds where he was runner-up at the conference tournament and won the most falls award. John Croslin, Greg Frazier, and Danny Cooksey were also medal winners for the Bulldogs. Rick Sukenis and Mike McQuerrey came on strong late in the season and both finished third in the conference. Derrell Morgan, Gary Coker and junior captain Craig Wenthold also had a good showing in the conference tourney. Terry Boyd is an outstanding heavyweight pro- spect for the future. He ended the season with a 19-8 record with 16 falls. ... Posts an Excellent Season H.S. Wreslfing — 39 Outfielder, Mary B., stretches for the catch (top left). Kristy W., one of the team's big offensive threats, exhibits her powerful swing (bottom left). All star catcher and defensive player of the year, Sabrina Johnson, positions herself for a throw to second base (below). Big Time Softball In only the fourth year of competition, Lexington Girls' Softball entered a new dimension. Coming off its first winning season, the team competed in the rug- ged Sooner Athletic Conference. The Lady Bulldogs were the only small class member school in the conference, competing with Tuttle, Blanchard, St. Mary's, Newcastle, Piedmont, Harrah, and Noble. The Lady Bulldogs finished fifth with a 4-8 record in the conference and a 9-13 record for the season. The team rose to victories over Piedmont, Bethel, and Del City during the season. The Lady Bulldogs were defeated by Amber-Pocassett in the District finals. Four Lexington players were honored on the S.A.C. All-Conference Team: Sabrina Johnson, Luetta Ed- wards, Lisa Watkins, and Debbie Frazier. With six starters returning next year, the Lady Bulldogs will strive for greater heights. Appropriately enough, Luetta E. is on base again. She led the team in hitting and was chosen the outstanding offensive player for the second year in a row (right). 40 - H.S. Softball Pitcher Pete Watkins, selected MVP for the second year, fires the ball home (left). Senior, Deborah Frazier, exhibits the constant concentration that led to her being named to the All Star Team (below). 19t2 H S Softball Lex Opp 9. 8 St Mary's 12. 7 3. 6 llarrah 9.17 1. 0 Blanchard 6. 7 1.10 Piedmont 4. 9 6. 2 Tuttle 11. 12 19. 11 Noble 7. 0 11 Noble 4 2 Piedmont 8 12 Bethel 11 7 Tuttle 17 17 Del City 6 15 Noble 7 7 Tuttle 11 S Piedmont 16 25 Ninnekah 13 11 Am-Po 21 Top — K. Wilson. M. Barker. L. Edwards. R. Horn. L. Watkins, S. Johnson. Coach Fuller Bottom — S. Jones. S. Melton. H. Riggs. D. Owens, J. Riggs. D. Frazier. H.S. Softlxjll — 41 Vast Improvement of ’83 Team Builds Confidence The Lexington High School baseball team went through an improvement season. They started the season in fine fashion by com- piling a 7-2 record. With solid hitting and good fielding, the team entered the Newcastle tourna- ment in high spirits knowing that they could play with anybody, but controversy was the outcome in the Dawgs opening game with Tuttle. With Lex trailing 2-1 and bases loaded, Mike Coker (who finished the season with a .476 batting average) smashed a single past the Tiger's shortstop. After the go ahead run had crossed the plate, the umpire ruled that the ball had hit Dewite Bennett in the foot and both runs were disallowed. The Tigers went on to win the game 5-1. From this point on the Bulldogs continued to have bad breaks which led to their final season mark of 7-8. The loss of the three seniors: Dewite Bennett, Ronnie Brown, and Mitch McWhirter will leave some big shoes to fill, but the returning lettermen shouldn't have trouble as Clay Ille (Thumper) can fill anyone's shoes. Three-up — Three down. Catcher Mike C. gets the equipment off quickly (center left). Clay I. is shown batting, but his most outstanding achievement was in defense as he received the fielding award. Mitch M. shows the powerful swing that led to his .407 batting average. Top — Coach M. Chappie, R- Brown. R. Cleveland. M. Coker. |. Croslin. G. McKidd M. Cagle. C. Ille. Bottom — R. Beason, |. Brown, R. Dodd, T. Mowdy, M. McWhirter. C Bennett. T. Rivera. _____________________ 42 - H.S. Baseball 1983 H.S. Baseball Opp 9.6 Dibble 2.5 3.7 St. Mary's 6.2 6. 14 Purcell 10.3 5 Washington 4 1 Tuttle 5 5 Purcell 6 12 Washington 8 0 Vanoss 3 6 Stratford 9 0 Purcell 11 2 Wayne 12 Ronnie B. fires the ball home in the Newcastle tournament (top). Checking for the signal, |immy B. obediently watches Coach Chap- pie (center left). Dewite B.. an Honorable Men- tion All Regional Five state baseball team recipient, smacks a base hit in the game against Tuttle (above). Slamming another hard hit, Robbie I), ups his batting average. He ended the season with a team high of .480 (bottom); H.S. Baseball-43 We Are the Champions! “You try to come out of the blocks as quickly as possible, low the first 10 yards. You sprint the first curve, pulling to take the lead. On the back straight away you try to stride it out, heel-first, staying loose. You sprint the last curve, giving it all you've got and hoping it's enough. Track is a tough sport. Track persons travel to a dif- ferent beat, and yet, track is a rapidly growing sport. This season the Lexington girls were Big 9 Con- ference Champions in both the nigh school and junior high divisions. For the junior high it was their 2nd season in a row to earn the title. The high school ac- complished the feat by scoring 178 points at the con- ference meet. The Lady Bulldogs crowned conference champions in the 2 mile relay (Shiela Millsap — Sabrina Johnson - Yong Fields — Sarah Shore) and the mile relay (Terry Heck — Sarah Shore — Lisa Wilhite — Shelly Goss). Individual champions were Donna Mallory in the 200 meters and long jump, Terry Heck in the 400 meters, and Shiela Millsap in the 800 meter run. Shelly Gcss received the track award at the athletic banquet by scoring a season high of 37 points. All of tne tracksters from the '83 season will be returning next season. Therefore, track looms bright at Lexington High. •� Luetta E. demonstrates her form in the discus which enabled her to place 2nd in the conference meet Iright). Donna M. Spurts past the others to win the 200 meters. 44 — H.S. Track In her first 800 meter race ever, Sarah S. places 5th at regionals. i Terry H. gets a good jump on the pack on her way Qualifying for the finals of the 100 meter dash at conference. Lisa W. competes in the to win the conference 400 meter run. fastest neat. li.S. Track — 45 Craig W. takes second place at the conference meet and sets a new school record by jumping 19 16 (below). Striding out to pass his oppo- nent in the two mile relay, Kevin C. takes the lead for Lex (center!. K. C. Ely finishes strong for Lex in the last leg of the two mile relay. The team broke the school record with an 8:57 time (bottom right). Top — T. Rivera. M. McQuerrey. K. C. Ely. C. Wenthold. T. Boyd. M. Hamp- ton. Coach S. Freeman. Middle — K. Caldwell. K. Roberts. R. Morris. G. Weatherford, T. Goosen. D. Wall. T. Chambers. Bottom — K. Brittain. R. Shore. A. Smith. J. Owen. R. Sukenis. K. Newville. 46 — H.S. Track Striding All the Way to State The 1983 track season took off with a windy pace. The first track meet was held at Pauls Valley, but cold air and strong winds caused the meet to be hazardous. The Bulldogs continued their season, however, by proving that track was a sport in itself — not just a conditioning program for other sports. Making a fine snowing at Healdton, Bethany, and Maysville, the team was ready for the conference meet. Lex- ington dominated the meet and were crowned the conference champs for the second year in a row. Regional results were also impressive as 5 out of the 6 boys to participate qualified for state. The qualifiers were Ross Shore and K. C. Ely in the mile run, K. C. Ely in the 880 yard run, Ron Morris in the 440 yard run, and Kevin Caldwell, Dewite Bennett, Ross Shore, and K. C. Ely in the 2 mile relay. With the success of the program in the '83 season, track at Lexington High will gain even more notority. Running strongly in the 400 meter run, Ron M. places second in the meet and beats the school record for the event (top left). Lexington's mile relay places first as Kevin N. passes the finish line (top right). State qualifiers, Dewite B. and Ross S., get a quick hand off as they easily win the 2 mile relay at the con- ference meet (left). H.S. Track-47 Heavy Metal It's going to help us to go to the play-offs for the first year in Lex- ington’s history of football,” replied Ricky S. Getting ready for next year is what weight lifting is all about — lif- ting that HEAVY METAL. Over the past years the Weight lif- ting program at Lexington High has laclced enthusiasm ana participation. Starting off the 1982-83 football season there was a new and exciting atmosphere in the weight lifting room. “The boys finally realized to be competitive in sports these days theyve got to get serious on the weights,” stated Coach Freeman. “I for one have definitely benefited from weight lifting. It has increased my speed for track and made me big- ger and stronger for football, added Ron M. “Since Lexington has had a history of football there hasn’t been much history made. The weights can turn the athletes into competitors,” com- mented Coach Chappie. When asked if he thought that the sports at Lexington High would be of top quality in years to come. Coach Freeman replied, “I don’t see why not!” Just keep lifting that heavy metal, guys! Ricky S. practices the squats. His dedication paid off as he lifted 370 pounds at Stroud and placed first in the event (above). H.S. WEIGHT LIFTERS — Top — Coach Freeman. R. Morris, T. Boyd, T. Rivera, C. Wenthold. M. Hampton, M. Box, Coach Chap- pie. Middle — R. Dodd,). Farrow. K. Barker, J. Brown. T. Caskey, D. Cooksey. D. Wall. Bottom — K. Brittain, ). Parker. P.D. Henderson. R. Sukenis, S. McCown,). Owen (middle). JR. WEIGHT LIFTERS — Top — Coach Freeman, K, Barker. K. Carlisle. T. Johnson, T. Caskey. B. Rains. D. Cooksey, Coach Chappie. Bottom — ). Parker, P. D. Henderson. S. Mc- Cown, |. Owen, C. Spears, T. Wright. K. Bon- ner (bottom). 48 — Weigh! Lifting •“K Ua 4ntvUM' 6 f TOi ie SENIORS: Seniors are great because they always are. Mark Hubble. Graduation is like an exterminator — you can't wait for it to get there, and after it's gone, you don't have to put up with the Roach's. Mark Clift. Seniors are ranked first; Juniors are ranked second; Sophomores are ranked third; and Freshmen aren't ranked at all!” Debbie Fitzgerald. JUNIORS: When asked why the class of '84 is the greatest. Mike Hampton casually replied, “Isn't it OBVIOUS? School is alright when all the guys are there. Kim Anderson. SOPHOMORES: “The Class of '85 is the best because we have more people on the Superintendent's Honor Role. Beth Ferguson. The sophomore class is hip. Devo — Richie Crawford. FRESHMEN: We may be at the bottom, but we are climbing to the top! Terrie Snow. Our class has more spirit because we have bigger mouths, and our substitute teachers know it too!” Leslie Manuel. All I can say about our class is we have class because we get along.” Terri Shea. Just as always the seniors are on top. The pyramid at the pep assembly was at least partiallv successful (top). Devo fanatic, Mike C., helps put final touches on the junior float (center left). Kneading bread is what Rodney H. and Derrell M. are needed for' during the donut sale (center right). Even though the freshmen are on the bottom, they think they are number one (bottom). Classes Division — 49 -SENIORS Good-bye LHS We the Freshmen of 79 are now the Seniors of '83. It's hard to believe we finally made it. Think back — way back — to those polyester pants with the built in crease, to slicked back hair, and to kiss chase bet- ween the cafeteria and kindergarten room. We thought grade school would last forever. Graduating into junior high brought about drastic changes. We haa to contend with six new teachers, six different classes, and that bell that rang incessantly. And remember also our freshman year and how we looked up to those big Seniors? Now here we are. I wonder if the Freshmen of '83 are looking up to us. During this year, we spiced up our lives with some daring adventures. The trek to the railroad crossing sign on private pro- perty proved disastrous and led to our hasty retreat to the multipurpose center to be photographed. As we returned to school there was the 35 m.p.h. funeral procession of 25 cars complete with lights aglow. Who knows — maybe this mock funeral just symbolized the departure of our Senior Class. As the year comes to a close, we the Seniors of '83 must say good-bye to our sheltered way of life at LHS and say . .. Hello RealWorld! David Kevin Northcutt President Stacie LaDawna Snow Vice-President Patsy Mae Palmer Secretary Shawn Michael Gralla Treasurer Debra Sue Fitzgerald Reporter David L. Allen Danny Sam Arnold Doug Fleagle Baker Mary Louise Barker Dewite Lee Bennett Terry Mark Black Damon Brewer 50 — Seniors Seniors — 51 Nancy Darlene Brown Ronnie Wayne Brown Monte Caldwell Timothy James Chambers Arleen Fay Cheatwood Mark Allen Clift Tammy Rene Cooksey Catherine Danette Durham Mary Lou Duvall Ron Duvall Debbie Fitzgerald Miss and Mr. LHS David Northcutt Dawn Thompson — Edwards K. C. Ely Tamora Ann Engdahl George Paul Farley m, CkO at 1 $ Hall of Fame Most Likely to Succeed — Debbie Fitzgerald and Danny Ar- nold (below). Best Looking — David Northcutt and Pam Thompson (bot- tom Left]. Most Talented — |eff Wilhite and Cathy Durham (right). Opposite page — Most Athletic — Mitch McWhirter and Deborah Frazier (top left). Best Dressed — Tammi Engdahl and Randy Whitehead (top right). Most Mischievous — Dewite Bennett and Mary Richardson (bottom). Most Friendly — Arleen Cheatwood and Tim Chambers (bottom). Senior Hall of Fame — 53 Kelly David Farmer Deborah Kay Frazier Bryan Garner Sue Hackett Mark Hubble Stephanie Dawn |ohnson Christine Marie Kleeman Kari |n Kovelda Dodi Loveless Shelly Diane McGregor — Seniors Mitchell Lee McWhirter Craig Murphy Kevin Duane Newville Barbara Deanna Peltier Shelli Renea Phelps Sandra Denise Phillips SENIORS SENIORITIS: a contagious disease Symptoms: a rather enlarged head bags under the eyes a nose that turns up ‘plenty of time (from having an easy schedule) a relaxed attitude (so relaxed that sleeping in class often occurs) ‘an expressionless gaze into space a propensity to be absent from school a mouth that has no restraint The last year of high school is a year most teenagers look forward to. For some seniors the year is filled with challenges, honors, and awards, but for many, as the year passes leisurely by. the desire to be free becomes an obsession. The students’ patience wears thin. Senioritis takes over. With every- passing day the disease worsens and spreads. It continues to permeate the school until the students reach their ultimate goal — GRADUATION! Finally ending in (his classic display, Debbie R.. a sufferer of senioritis. finds that her affliction increases in relation to her proximity to English Class. Seniors — 55 Deborah F. leads the Elmore City game. PURCELL Seniorsare: well-groomed. With every hair in place Jeff W. wat- ches tne last minute of the girls' game (top left). directors. Trying to remain composed. Drum major, Cathy D. leads the band during homecoming while Mrs. C. takes the picture close up and in person (top right). survivors. Nineteen individuals stayed together at Lexington ALL TWELVE YEARS (middle). loving. Dewite B. will do anything to be in a picture (right). Opposite page — leaders. Football captains. Terry B. and K. C. Ely. watch intently as the game begins with the kick off (top left). sentimental. Shawn G. shows a side of his character that few have seen before (top right). big headed. Suffering from acute Senioritis. Kevin R. and Mark C. ask to have their picture taken (bot- tom left). (The disease is described in detail on pp. 55). determined. With a look of assurance and apprehen- sion, Deborah F., prepares to march at the Konawa Band Contest (bottom right). 56 — Seniors Seniors — 57 SENIORS “Being Me in ’83” The Senior Class was a distinctive group of 65 in- dividuals. Although each student was his own per- son doing his own thing, a variety of cliques prevailed, and some dominated. Between classes jocks ran, preppies pranced, air heads floated, and cowboys two-stepped to their next classes. (And, of course, some seniors, regardless of tneir cliques, were notorious for skipping.) From these closed circles emerged totally diverse personalities ranging from the over- exuberant, talkative extrovert to the subdued, shy introvert. The uniqueness and originality of each senior often clashed with the personalities of others, but one common thread tied them all together — each was a part of “The Class of ’83.” Loretta Lynn Rains Mary Darlene Richardson Debbie Roberts Kevin Rowland Aaron Smith Sandra Leigh Smith Kimberly Ann Thomas Pamela Kaye Thompson 58 — Seniors McClain County Nat’l Bank P.O. Box 351 Purcell, OK 73080 )o’s Famous Pizza P.O. Box 163 Purcell, OK 730809 Local Federal Savings Loans 422 W. Main Purcell. OK 73080 Towers Restaurant and Catering P.O. Box 1411 Ardmore, OK 73401 Rolonda Sue Whitaker Randall Cecil Whitehead Jeffery Don Wilhite Rebecca Marie Williams Mrs. Sheila Allee Mr. Steve Blair Mrs. Katricia Cheek Mrs. Norma Cummings Seniors are known for wandering the halls aimless- ly. This group, when spying the camera, decided to rate the “Seniors of '83“ (top left). Seniority! It's great being a senior and getting to be first in everything. Senior football players agree as they chow aown’ at the homecoming Breakfast pro- vided by FHA (left). Opposite page — One thing seniors are good at is yelling; Elmore city found out as Lex’s seniors raised the roof. Not Pictured — Paul W. Garrett Raymond Jones Dewite Marshal Larry Oliver Anthony Woods Color recognition — The staff would like to thank the following businesses for providing the color in the 1983 yearbook. Reed’s Foodland 115 W. Broadway Lexington, OK 73051 Seniors — 59 Concession Stand Mania Strikes Again!!! dLLLi.LL.lit: Concession life began with the annual clean-up of tne “rat trap” at the football field. Even though the juniors exterminated rats, crickets, and frogs, they still had a food time. The fun began when 'im Rivera decided he had slaved long enough and sprayed Renee Argo instead of the floor. Soon everyone involved was all wet. After the drenching, the clean-up party ended but the work didn’t. Tne initiation was over and the real work began. Bagging ice, haul- ing ice, hooking up the pop machines, making popcorn, ana dealing with irate crowds and sponsors were just a few of the many tasks with which the juniors had to contend. Tim Goosen found out that hauling ice was not his bag when his heavy duty Glad bag burst and spewed ice all over the concession floor. Sponsors also had their prob- lems. For instance, Mrs. Sterling’s love for reptiles and rodents was reborn one night when she had a run-in with a mouse. The mouse ran in — but she ran out! Problems or no problems, the juniors, or rather around 10 juniors, struggled through the 37 events that required the opening of the concession stand. With only a few juniors actually working, the job seemed burdensome at times. However, when Ross Shore, Junior Class Vice-President, was asked if all the work in the concession stand hampered his social life, he casually responded, “What social life?” Nevertheless, the faithful few attained their goal of funding the Junior-Senior Prom. Class Presi- dent Sabrina Johnson summarized the situation by stating, It was really a hassle, but it's definitely worth it to provide the seniors with a good prom.” She also added that she looked forward to becoming a senior and leaving the hassle behind. With the prom always on her mind, Shana Melton discusses some options with Mrs. (ones while classmates look on (left). Playing arch rival, Purcell, in the Heart of Oklahoma Tour- nament excited the whole stu- dent body. Toni S. and Gina H. show their support at an impromptu pep assembly Opposite page — Digging for another cup of ice, Gary C. has to stand on his tiptoes (bottom left). “Enthusiastic juniors find that working in the concession stand isn’t fun anymore! (center right). Shelley O. waits on Richie C. as Lisa H. endures the job that is dear to every junior conces- sion stand worker's heart — chopping ice (bottom right). Kim Anderson Renee Argo Mike Box Mike Carmack Gary Coker Mike Coker john Croslin Shelley Crossland Shane Davis jimmy Driskill Luetta Edwards Kevin Finnell Juniors — 61 Marvin Gober David Goosen Tim Goosen Nolen Hailey Keli Hardeman Don Haynes Gina Horn Lisa Huffman JLLi.LL.ltt: Class Favorites: Angie Ramsey and Greg Weatherford jerry Hunt Sabrina Johnson Sherry Kidder Renae Lamb 62 — Juniors Michel-lee Lorenz Paul Maggia Greg McKiddy Mike McQuerrey Shana Melton Larry Merrell Mark Monse Ron Morris The library is an interesting place for Kim A. and Shana M. to be discussing the Dawgs they Luv. Kim Mosley Shelley Olson Delonna Owen Angie Ramsey “Like Wow!” The Valley Girl craze along with the students’ own coined ex- pressions created a newfangled, fadish vocabulary. Exclama- tions of Gag me! Gag me with a spoon! Be for real! and Like wow: barrelled through the halls between classes. Unbelievable things were Totally awesome, or A real beau- ty. The basketball girls described the opposing teams as Real veg. material.” and Dead meat.” Sympathetic phrases such as That’s life, Life is hard, and “The truth hurts, were ex- changed. When a job was to be done, the admonition was to either “Go for it, or “Blow it off.” Affirmative answers were often Yeah buddy, For sure, and “Tha’s right. Tha's right. — Say whaa? — Kick ya legs! — Embarrassment was defin- ed as Break face, or Crack my face. But, out of all these, the most school-oriented phrase was Luv them Dawgs! Juniors — 63 Justin Reed Julia Riggs Tim Rivera Janis Scott Toni Shea Cindy Shockey Ross Shore Richard Smith Semester Tests — a Brain Pain Students trudged down the halls as feet shuffled, heads nung, and shoulders drooped from the ton of books being carried from class to class. Dark circles surrounded many students' eyes, and some slept in class tired from the late night studying (or more truthfully from attending the basketball conference tournament). Others in a last minute rush were cramming bits of information into their heads. Cries of Oh my gosh, I didn’t know that was on the test! echoed through the rooms. Small notes” were being written on desks and tiny sheets of paper. Some people even went to such ex- tremes as writing on parts of their anatomy. After the tests were over, sighs of relief were heard. Metamorphism took place as tensions faded away from the lined faces and weary bodies of the students. Eyes became bright and shiny, mouths once again chattered joyfully, full of expectations of the upcoming vacation. As the last bell rang, students rushed from the building. Once again they had survived the mind boggling finals. Mike M. works diligently or this exam (opp. page). Renee A. and Gina H. en- joy their free time after the test while Ziggy recuperates, and others still struggle (right). Tired from studying and keeping late nignt Hours, Angie R. takes a break after completing her test (below). 64 — Juniors Barbie Traylor Lisa (Pete) Watkins Greg Weatherford Craig Wenthold Lisa (Ziggy) Wilhite Cyndi Wilkins Leon Wilson Debbie Yeary Not Pictured — Mike Hampton Shelly Rowell Rick Sukenis Opal Whitaker unior s — 65 Money-Hungry Hey, Mom! ... Uh, Mom, guess what? I need some more money. Yeah, I know you're not a money tree. But remember, Mom, I have a car now, and it takes gas to run that car. Mom. stop yelling! I know you gave me some the other day, but I nad to get a few things ... like lunch, band candy, a ticket to the ball game, and 1 had a date last night. I have to wait 'tit next week's allowance? But 1 need some money NOW! I'm in desperate need for some gas. I also need to put a down payment on my class ring, and I pro- mised to take the guys out to lunch next week. Oh, great. Mom, 10 dollars is really generous. Thanks! I'll pay you back some day. Hey Dad!... Wait! Uh, can I talk to you a few minutes. It's really urgent. Kevin C. puls a few more dollars’ worth of gas in his car (lop). Clay I. and jimmy B. give their last dollar away to relieve their hunger as they buy a can- dy bar from insistent band students (bottom). lack Black Terry Boyd Regena Brisco Kevin Brittain Brooke Brothers Anita Brown Jimmy Brown Laquita Burchett Mike Cagle Kevin Caldwell Wade Childress Shirley Cole 66 — Sophomores Mark Corley Tina Dobyns Robby Dodd Mike Donovan Sue Dun ford Mike Dunlap Beth Ferguson Yong Fields Leslie Fitzer Greg Frazier Shelly Goss Tina Halitzka Terry Heck Daniel Herell Kim Hickman Dennis Idlett Clay Ille (esse )ames cnpu ======! i i Class Officers Greg Frazier — President Nancy Palmer — Reporter Tonya McGehee — Secretaiy-Treasurer Jimmy Brown — Vice-President Sophomores — 67 Do’s Don’ts There were a few things sophomores had to do to be included into the so-called “In group. One crucial mistake such as wear- ing the wrong clothes, dating the wrong person, or gossiping about the wrong people could result in ostracism. (For you sophomores who don’t understand the preceeding word, it means: tne exclu- sion of a person by the action of a group of people. In other words — leaving someone out.) Even though the sophomore year was trying at times, sophomores discovered that it really wasn’t that difficult to fit in once they knew the Do’s” and Don’ts” of LHS. or more specifically of their own class. DO: 1. flirt. 2. have aftergame win or loss parties. 3. drive everywhere. 4. wear penny-loafers, button-up Levi jeans, and Nike tennis shoes 5. change boy friends and girl friends once a week. 6. go with older guys. 7. wear half-shirts 8. bean individual. 9. cram for tests at the last minute. 10. wear your LHS letter jacket. 11. get a class ring. 12. go out on Friday nights. 13. listen to the “KATT. 14. sunbathe between classes. DON'T 1. ask guys out. 2. come to school with vour hair greasy. 3. comb your hair in Mrs. Hayes’ class. 4 shoot bottle rockets down tne hall. 5. nark on your friends. 6 fall asleep in class. 7 open your mouth at the wrong time. 8. let people see you in the car with your parents. 9. wear high waters. 10. complain. 11. forget to wear make-up. 12. wear too much make-up. 13 let the “know-it-all” seniors in- fluence you. 14. get caught??? Twinkie. Richie C., is such a dedicated yearbook student that he drinks, eats and sleeps in the yearbook room. Being the dedicated student that he is. he is crashed out on the couch as the faithful few carry on without him to meet a deadline (belowl. Jeff S. demonstrates Do” rule � 3 (bot- tom right). Terry H. visually portrays the classic adage Open Mouth — Insert Foot Sopliomore Shiela M. follows rule 6 on the “Do list as she chats with Senior boyfriend K.C. Ely. but she finds rule 13 on the Don't” list rather conflic- ting (center). 68 — Sophomores r ti Denisea Yeary Sherry Yeary Not Pictured — Roy Compton Richie Crawford Dale Finley Rodney Harp David Kleeman Tony Lairson Lorrin LeBlanc Donna Mallory Judy McGee Tonya McGehee Corky McGregor Megan McGregor Shiela Millsap Brian Mooneyham Derrell Morgan Tony Mowdy Nancy Palmer Larry Rains Kerry- Roberts David Shields Ron Shinn Sarah Shore Ronda Skinner Tom Smart Jeff Spor Ginny Stone Cindy Sutton Tim Sweetman Don Wall Teresa Whitaker Tina Whitaker Kristy Wilson Renae Wood Ed Wooley Sophomores — 69 OP It’s the Craze New styles, or “fads,” are popping up every year in America. They’re seen from the east coast to the west coast, from schools to recreation areas, and from the young to the old. Everybody wants the “Iook!” One craze hit Lexington school students “big” this year! The OP- FAD! Ocean Pacific’s (O.P.’s) are t- shirts graphically designed with an i tn€ ocean theme. A couple of kids were wearin, e beginning others thought tney were cool. After a them coup] at thi of school, an couple of weeks, everyone was wear- ing them. They even dominated some students’ wardrobes. In the eyes of these “OP-Freaks,” even the average person should have one! What’s next-Vans? OP shirts were so popular at LHS that one could see them coming or going any time. Lori Atwood Buddy Baker Curtis Baker Kenneth Burker Ronnie Beason Shelia Berglan J. P. Bridgeford Mike Caldwell Kelly Carlisle 70 — Freshmen Class Favorites |ohnny Farrow Teri Shea Class Officers Ronnie Beason, President; Michelle Heck, Secretary-Treasurer; Lisa Millsap, Reporter; Hope Riggs. Vice-President. Tony Caskey Eric Cheatwood Rod Cleveland Danny Cooksey Lora Cooper Lori Engdahl Johnny Farrow Kathy Gipson Paula Harmon Michelle Heck Paul Henderson Dale Hoofard Daryl Hudson Robert Irby Shena Jones Rob Keith Melissa LeBlanc Lesley Manuel Scott McCown James McGee Lisa Millsap Jerry Moffat Robert Mooneyham Marty Nere Keri Newville Johnny Owen James Parker Lisa Parker Freshmen — 71 FRIENDS: Being in high school means being a friend and hav- ing friends. At no other time in one's life are friends so important. The dictionary describes the word friend as a person attached to another by feelings of affection or personal regard, but in high school friendship is not always just this simple relationship. Rather it is often a complicated puzzle. Sure a friend is one to share gossip with, go out to lunch with, and to chase boys girls with, but a friend is also much more. Friends are notorious for their pranks. It’s always nice to come back to the school from a ballgame to find that your friends have decorated your anonymous heart throb's car with Just Married” signs and paraphernalia bearing your name printed plainly as tne spouse. Friends are always helpful, too, when you’re trying to make an impression. You know, like when you finally get up tne nerve to walk up to that senior you’ve always liked and actually start talking to Him her and then you hear them. You try to ignore them at first, but that giggling and whispering is hard to ignore. And then when you look up and see your friends jeering stupidly at you, it’s a real ego boost and helps the conversation along, too. Friends are actually strange people. They’re loving, helpful, dedicated, hateful ana moody all in one, but fortunately, or maybe unfortunately, they’re necessities, and understand them or not they are here to stay. The high school is full of them. Slam!!! “What’s wrong with you? You sure came home in a bad.. “Oh, I can’t believe her! She makes me so mad! I could just scream!” What? — Who?” “Mom, you just wouldn’t believe what my best friend, Michelle, did! She makes me sick — that girl. You’d think we weren’t even friends. I can’t believe her! You’d never believe it! Oh, if you just knew! “Quit raving and tell me what she did!” “I don’t want to talk about it — just leave me alone — okay?” Riinnngggg!!! “Who were you talking to on the phone?” “Oh, nobody.” “You mean to tell me that the phone rang, you talk- ed into the receiver for 45 minutes, and nobody was on the line? You Can’t Live With Them You Can’t Live Without Them I'm sure. Mom — it was Michelle.” Hey! Where do you think you’re going?” “Michelle’s sister is bringing her over and we’re go- ing to get a Coke. Bye, Mom.” Slam!!! 72 — F rest) men Michael Petit Gina Plavchak Clay Rickert Hope Riggs Gary Riley Tom Rivera Marie Ross Dan Schrimsher Teri Shea Bobby Simpson Tammy Skaggs David Snodgrass Terrie Snow Curtis Sweetman Missy Thompson Chester Worley Debbie Younce Robin Young Not Pictured — |ame McGregor Bubby Rains Micah Woods Reneica Wyatt Asserting their equal rights, freshmen boys think they can cheer, too (op- posite page — top). Sticking together is a part of friendship. Michelle H. and Keri N. enjoy the warm fall day during homecoming week (center). “Communicating between classes with friends is in essence what noontime is all about (above). Freshmen — 73 Border Crossings Share and share alike! Students shared classes, money, cars, donuts, experiences, friends, and clothes. The one thing they didn't all share was their graduating year (but that was still shared with classmates). If one were to think about it, the only time a student was with the members of his own class was in English and during class meetings. Lexington was different from many schools. The distinct lines that separated each class were often crossed bv courageous students. Several actually had some of their best friends in a class above or below that of their own. It wasn't unusual to see a junior running around with a senior. For example, it seemed only natural for Ziggy and Deborah F., Kim A. and Debbie F., and Shana M. and Kim T. to run around with each other. Other examples of border crossings were made by the basketball teams, the band, student council, and leadership. Each of these groups, made up of 9th, 10th, 11th, and 12th graders, pulled together to achieve their goals. Christmas time is a time for sharing. |r.. Gina H.. Sr., Terry B.. and Soph., Shelly G. spread some Christmas cheer (top). Three Gorillas, a Cheetah, and a (ane were just part of the many strange characters in Fisher's zoo (above). Junior, Craig W. doesn’t interest junior. Kim A. as she enjoys the company and lap of Senior. Kevin N. (middle). Now you see it. Now you barely see it. Now you don't! Tina D.. Megan M.. and Hope R.. display the three stages involved in the art of bubble blowing (right). 74 — Border Crossings f , uAe£y' Stevie TVotcdei How cute, Isn't she darling.” and What is it — boy or girl?” were some of the things said about precious little girls. Soon, these darling little girls were making their way through the Terrible Two's, Sassy Seven’s, Know-it-all Thirteen’s, and Sweet Sixteen's. Sometime during these transforming years, these cute, darling little girls grew up into lovely young women. No longer did tne com- pliments come in the form of How cute — What is it?” from dating mothers, but changed to Wow — what a fox!” from guys who obvious- ly knew What it was.” It was hard being beautiful at times. Other envious girls didn’t always appreciate their beauty. But these poor young beauties were forever — destined. FHA Queen — Tammy Cooksey (top right. A). Basketball Queen — Lisa Wilhite (middle left. C). FFA Queen — Sheila Milsap (mid- dle right, B). Football and Vocal Queen — Deborah Frazier. D). VT Royalty Division — 75 Missing Headgear Causes Confusion Homecoming was a night to remember. The weather was perfect, the photographer was ready, the candidates looked beautiful, ana Terry was waiting to crown the queen with ... what crown?? Have you ever gotten the feeling that you have forgotten something that is really important, but you just can’t put your finger on it? Oh, no! I forgot the @ ! crown!” was the remark made by Student Council President Danny Arnold. In a last minute panic, alternatives were considered. A football helmet was a viable op- tion; however, the face mask, which would interfere with the kiss, prevented the idea. So, without a crown or substitute, the royalty carried on the age-old ritual — Homecoming. Flower Girl — Amberly Doss. Crown Bearer — David Doss. ESCORTS — Top — K C. Ely. Bryan Garner. Mark Clift. Bottom — ATTENDANTS — Michelle Heck. Tammi Engdahl. Deborah Frazier. Dewite Bennett. Mitch McWhirter, Terry Black. David Northcutt. Lisa Wilhite. Terry Heck. 76 — football Homecoming Terry B. fantasizes that Deborah F. really has a crown (left). The after-kiss greeting to the crowd brings smiles to Deboran F. and Terry B. (below). Football Homecoming — 77 ESCORTS — David Northcutt, Mike Coker, Jeff Wilhite. K. C. Ely, and Mitch McWhirter (top left). ATTENDANTS - Sabrina Johnson, Stephanie Johnson, Lisa Wilhite, Tammi Engdahl. Gina Horn (above). Jeff had thought about crowning Lisa oefore, but never this way (top right). The Bulldog's kiss was much more ex- citing for Lisa than the peck on the cheex (bottom). Opposite page — Posing with the Bulldog mascot are crown bearer. Jeff Williams, and flower girl, Ruelena Marshall (top). {cff and Lisa portray the picture of irotherly and sisterfv love (bottom left). Ziggy smiles as her dream comes true (bottom right). 78 — Basketball Homecoming One Peck of a Kiss Most little girls go to homecoming and picture themselves as a glamorous queen in a (lowing dress. I was no different. My dream was to be one of those idolized girls on the arm of a hand- some escort parading proudly in front of hun- dreds of spectators. By junior high, my visions had faded. Boys, clothes, boys, basketball, and boys were on my mind. In high school, homecoming again entered my thoughts, not in the form of dreams so much, but in the form of reality as I was considered for the envied position of queen. When the candidates’ names were announced, my mind wondered — What if I get queen? No, I won’t... But if I do — No ... Well, maybe — I wonder who will get king ... Boy. I sure would be embarrassed to kiss a guy in front of all those people! And then again I wouldn't mind kissing David Northcutt! Well, I did get oueen, and I did have to kiss a guy in front of all those people — but unfor- tunately it was just a peck on the cheek because the king was my brother. Basketball Homecoming — 79 A New Tradition Begins Adding a new dimension to the FHA program was the beginning of the queen coronation. Never before had this organization engag- ed in the selection of royalty in a formal ceremony. The crowning took place at the annual Parent Banquet with a fall theme. Autumn leaves were everywhere. They covered the floor, walls, and tables. Although everyone had their own idea of who would assume the title of queen, anticipation was present, even more so than at most coronations. At Lexington, the normal procedure for choosing queens is a vote by a group of students. Of course, everyone talks to all their friends about who voted for whom. This time, however, the decision was made by the administration based on the girls’ credentials. Tammv Cooksey was chosen unanimously to be the 1982-83 queen of the Future Homemakers of America. The decision of the king, voted on by the Senior FHA girls, was also unanimous, and Terry Black took the role of king. The final reward for the FHA Beau and Queen is the kiss — Tammy C. awaits patiently with puckered lips |topl. Crown Bearer Christopher Hall smiles for the camera (below). The attractive King and Queen show their pear- ly whites (right). ESCORTS — Jerry Hunt. Tim Goosen, Wade Childress. Ronnie Brown. Kerry Roberts. Terry Black. ATTENDANTS — Michelle Heck. Melissa LeBlanc. Keri Newville. Lisa Millsap (top left). ESCORTS - K. C. Ely. David Northcutt, Mark Clift. Shawn Gralla (top right). Giving her sweetheart ad- dress, Shiela M. becomes the newly installed 1983- 84 FFA Queen (center left). Crown bearer Landon Olson, and flower girl, Amber Grider, await the beginning of the ceremonies (left). Unable to snap a picture of the first kiss, Debbie F. asks Melissa L. and Mark C. to try it again. Melissa got the kiss, and Debbie got the picture as well as the Purcell Registar photographer who also caught Debbie. Take Two As the excitement mounted, FFA Queen, Shiela Millsap announced, “The 1983-84 FFA Sweetheart is.. “Wait! Wait! I have to change the film! Mrs. Selzer exclaimed. “One more time. The 1983-84 FFA Sweetheart is ... Melissa LeBlanc! Melissa was apprehensive as she was crowned and given the traditional kiss — twice? Melissa received more than she had bargained for. She was not only kissed for the first time but also for the se- cond time — by the same boy and a senior at that. The old cliche, sweet 16 and never been kiss- ed,” was more appropriately applied in this situa- tion, sweet 14 ana never been kissed.” Some of the spectators wondered why a second kiss had been necessary. The explanation was sim- ple. Due to the quickness of the kiss by FFA Presi- dent, Mark Clift, and the lack of quickness of year- book photographer, Debbie Fitzgerald, another kiss ws requested. Who knows — maybe she started a new tradition! FFA Corontilion — 81 Well-Practiced Kiss Completes Final Coronation The 1982-83 coronations combined many different types of relationships. The football king ana queen and the FHA king and queen were all seniors and good friends. The FFA president and sweetheart were total opposites. The president was a senior, wild and crazy; the sweetheart was a freshman, meek and mild. Then, there was the basketball king and queen who were, of all things, brother and sister. There was only one other combination Eossible and that was achieved when leborah Frazier and Jeff Wilhite were crowned vocal queen and king in Lex- ington’s last coronation of the year. The traditional kiss, as was expected, was a long one as this last king and queen were boyfriend and girlfriend. Yearbook photographer, Debbie F.. has no trouble getting a picture of the kiss at this coronation (inset picture — right). I ESCORTS — Paul Maggia. Tim Chambers. Jeff Wilhite, Doug |J_Baker1Terry Black. 82 — Vocal Coronation ■ C t t£e 'pcwt z te’ ( €, TOaitA uui tAc S H} + Besides the everyday chores, such as. doing homework, handling the pressures of semester tests, and gettinc to class on time, the students always had a number of other school related ac- tivities on their minds. The fun began with homecoming week. Hush button day. hat day. and orange and black day didn’t take much planning but played a role in the ac- tivities. Floats involved the major work. And of course, the bonfire and homecoming dance required extra planning. Oklahoma day was celebrated on the spur of the moment with an assembly. Balloons were launched, a mock wed- ding was held, and Oklahoma songs were sung. The senior play came together with a little struggle and great deal of creativity on the part of the cast members. Then the band strived above and beyond its usual goals and managed to raise the money to plan a prestigious trip to Dallas. The senior trip ended the activity packed year and the Life in the Fast Lane.” Terry H. rides in style, as a homecoming queen candidate shoufd (top). David N. slides out of his senior year during their trip to Six Flags (center left). Debbie F. portrays her true inner seif during the senior play (center right). No. Tim R isn’t an Indian building his tepee, lie's only helping with the junior Float (bottom). _ Student Life Division — 83 Shana M. and Angie R. share the victories with everyone at the homecoming dance (above). The LHS and LMS bands march on the field in unifor- mity (top rightl Fired up and ready to win. the players tear through the runway I right I Opposite page — The Cotton Pickin’ Wildcats. Monte C.. and Dawn E.; the Bulldog Master. Tim G: and the Southern Belles. Pam T «fftd Kari K.. portray the Civil War era witn “Enslave the Wildcats ' The Senior Class received 3rd place (top). The Junior Class' Space Age. “Shuttle Pass the Wildcats. went over with a bang as the shuttle opened with a flurry of balloons, smoke, and firecrackers. This impressive float won 1st place (middle). Second Place went to the Sophomore Class and their Prehistoric Era. Dinosaurs are Extinct — Wildcats You’re Next” (middle). “ D a w g s Execute the Wildcats!” Medieval Times and the guillotine were the chosen era of the Freshman Class who received 4th place (bottom left). Goofing off at the annual bon- fire are Shawn G.. Ross S.. Dewite B.. Craig W.. Mike C.. Ron M.. David N.. and Mike H. (middle right). THE 1982- 83 FOOTBALL HOMECOMING COURT: David N.. Terry H.. Dewite B.. Lisa W.. Mitcn M.. Deborah F.. Terry B.. Tammi E.. K. C. Ely. Bryan G.. Michelle H.. Mark C (bottom right). Homecoming ’82 84 — Homecoming Week Nothing but Winning If a person reallv got into it, homecoming was one of the busiest times of the year and probably one of the most unorganized. The class float competition was the big thing for most students, and with time eras as the theme and the Seniors of '82 finally gone, the first place prize was up for grabs. The building of the floats was originally scheduled from 9 a.m. to 12 noon on the day of the parade. However, students' ambitions exceeded these limited rules and construction began 3 (some maybe even 4) days before homecoming. (Even the Senior Class got with it this year. They tried building with wood in- stead of toilet paper.) Many of the students and sponsors (or rather sponsor — Mr. Thompson) staved up until way past their bedtime to ensure a complete product. For the queen candidates, homecoming was a time for fin- ding just the right dress for the parade anil for the game, look- ing beautiful and glamorous, praying nothing would go wrong, and being hopeful for the title of Homecoming Queen '82. The night of September 24, 1982 revealed the winners: the Junior Class with the Space Age as their theme, senior. Deborah Frazier, and the Lexington Bulldogs over Piedmont, 21-20! The winners, the players, the fans, and friends celebrated the victories with a homecoming dance. You stay right here. I’ll be right hack. Professor Boodell explicitly orders Wayne (right). Wayne is confused as Dottie gives him the cold shoulder (right) Being his typical “charming self, Wayne tries to conceal his broken engagement to his guardian. Mr. Harris (below). CAST — Top — S. Gralla (Bruce Boodell), K. Rowland (Wade Fuller). M. Clift (Wayne Fuller), D. Northcutt (Mr. Harris), K. Newville (Hedio Sechi). Bottom — D. Fit- zgerald (Sandra Bell), S. Phelps (Anna Sechi), T. Engdahl (Shirley Bentley), A. Cheatwood (Barbara Harris), S. McGregor (Betty Fuller), P. Thompson (Dottie Hart) (right). 86 — Senior Play Hamming It Up “I ought to be in pictures: I ought to be a star” — at least that’s wnat the cast members of the senior play, “Teenage Millionaire,” thought! Three weeks of practice, a shuf- fle of characters, and a little (well maybe a lot) of ad libbing helped the seniors survive the four “dif- ferent performances. With each new performance, the star, Mark Clift (Wayne Fuller) became a new and unpredictable character. Hamming it up came naturally to Mark as ne had had 18 years of practice. Even his spastic fit on the couch was fitting to his character. Other cast members had a more difficult time fitting into their roles. Pam Thompson had to be a snob, Debbie Fitzgerald — a dork, Shawn Gralla — a professor?, and Kevin Rowland — a playboy. With the final curtain came the end to the official acting of these seniors, but many of them kept acting-up right until the end of school. Shirley tells Bruce that she'll greet Wayne the way she would him (Bruce] if they were married (top left). Betty lets Wade know that he's not gonna get by with sneaking around on her (top right). Taken back by Sandra's bold accusations, Wayne can't figure out where this strange girl is coming from (center). Making the initial blunder that begins the mix-up in the play, Barbara introduces herself to the wrong Mr. Fuller (bottom). Two Trips to Six Flags Two trips to Six Flags with stops at McDonalds were highlights of the year for the band and senior class. The band’s trek to Six Flags was not exactly what the band members had in mind. Oklahoma's un- predictable weather put a damper on the trip. Packing instruments, luggage, and 45 band members onto a bus in a down pour was no easy job. Then when Lisa Huffman lost her purse on a ride at Six Flags on Saturday and delayed the departure of the entire band, everyone was delighted. Even though these impediments were irritating at the time, being awarded the outstanding band at the Six Flags band contest made the trip well worthwhile. For the seniors Six Flags was an amusement park full of thousands of boys and girls all with one thing in common — they were the seniors of ’83. Senior night lasting from 5:00 p.m. to 4:00 a.m., turned into a fun, exciting, and fast moving evening. The band members and seniors both experienc- ed long lines, short rides, and stringy wet hair from the Roaring Rapids and Log Rides, but didn’t learn their lesson as they got off one ride and ran to the next for another tumbling, tossing adventure. Uniquely enough, the rides for both groups were not just experienced at Six Flags. McDonald’s pro- vided a “happy meal and entertainment for these big kids. Ride 'em cowboy! Danny A.. Paul F., and Shannon F. have a Biji Mac attack as they horse around at McDonalds |below.| Getting ready to take the “Log Ride plunge,” are Sabrina J„ Renee A., Pete W.. and Kim A. (below). 88 — Six Flags Before the trip . Stephanie |. and Debbie F. come prepared (top). On the way . seniors pass time plaving cards, listening to music, and just generally talking (center left). On the way home . . all tuckered out, Terry B. and Mark C. take a little snooze (bottom left). “Getting their well deserved break for the day, Mitch M. and Terry B. discover a new kind of merry-go-round (top right). The usual crew pose for a final buddy picture (above). Six Flogs — 89 These Okies, Paul M. and Curtis B.. aren't from Muskogee: they're from Lexington (right). Lexington students put their best fool forward as they dance the Four-Corners on Oklahoma Day (below). Jeff W. and Tonya M. sing You're the Reason God made Oklahoma (middle right). The ceremonial actors, )enny S., Danny A.. Ms. Allee, and Buddy B„ prepare for the wedding (bottom). Oklahoma November 16,1982 — 75 Years Old To us 75 years seems ancient, but for a state, it’s merely a child. To show our pride in Oklahoma a special assembly was held to celebrate our state's birthday. Buddy Baker representing Oklahoma Ter- ritory wed Jenny Stone representing Indian Territory symbolizing the merging of the traditional Indian culture with the youthful pioneer spirit. Danny Arnold, circuit preacher, had the couple pledge Oklahoma to a path of greatness. Talented music students sang Oklahoma songs and led teachers ana students in the Cotton — eyed loe and Four- Corners while Shawn Gralla told the assembly some of Lexington’s and Oklahoma’s history. The celebration ended with — you guessed it — our state song, Oklahoma! Oklahoma's Birthday f Settle Ot t e dy (Judy Have you ever been to the cir- cus and watched all the funny clowns? Some say that attending LHS can be like attending the Shrine Circus. When students think of teachers, they usually think of conservative, straight — laced, frowned — faced fuddy dud- dies. But teachers are people, too, and they made it obvious. Throughout the year teachers proved their willingness to show their other sides as they par- ticipated and let it all hang out. The students realized that their teachers, administrators, and staff members weren’t as bad as they thought. Most of them were as crazy as their students. For instance, who could go a day without hearing or putting up with one of Mr. Roach's famous jokes, or one of Mr. Doss's in essence speeches, Mr. Fuller’s love for Velamints, Mrs. Sterling's thing for her amazing time clock, Mr. Fisher’s fetish about his trash compactor, and last but not least. Mr. Chap- pie’s endless ... instance on talc- ing notes. After living with all of these strange people and more, who needs the circus clowns — Lex- ington High School has their very own! Weightlifting builds better bodies hut causes some strange expressions (top left). I’m just a dancing fool, says Mrs. Cheek as she two-steps at the Oklahoma Day Celebration (top right). Lexington is a school of Kool KATTS, Daring DAWGS. and Talented Teachers (center). Working in the cafeteria can drive a per- son crazy, and Mrs. Hampton is living proof (bottom left). Mr. Roach is caught in the act of laughing at one of his own jokes since ob- V viously no one else does (bottom right). Faculty fr Staff Division — 91 Mrs. Beth1 Wilhite Superintendent’s Secretary Mrs. Mary Beth Barton Middle School Secretary Mrs. Carolee Maxwell Administrative Aid Mrs. Sue Peery High School Secretary Mr. Don McOuerrev Lexington Middle School Principal 92 — Administrotion School Personnel Mr. S. Wayne Maxwell Lexington Superintendent of Schools Mr Lowell D. Doss Lexington High School Principal Mr. Ed Fisher Athletic Director. Boys’ Basketball Coach. Math Teacher COOKS — Marilyn Dunlap; Sandra Stark; Barbara Duty; |oann Hampton; Mar- jorie Heard. Cafeteria Supervisor; Rachel Seaton; Linda Wellman. BUS DRIVERS — Beth Keesee. Al Roach. Carletta Thompson. Daniel Tilson, Louise Box. Anita Mooneyham. CUSTODIANS — Harold Holder; Ronnie Sutton; Anita Mooneyham; W. J. Keeler. Maintenance Supervisor; Louise Box; Kenneth Bray; Jackie Caldwell. Board of Education Mr. Floyd West President Mr. Donald lones Vice-Presiaent Mr. Bill Shore Member Mr. John Williams Member Mr. Burse Dills Mr. Charles Tennison High School Counselor Middle School Counselor Administration School Personnel — 93 7 ycCtUf .„. Mr. Steve Blair Mr. Don McQuerrey Ms. Sheila Allee — Librarian. Senior Sponsor. Ms. Berniece Arnold — English. 7th Grade Sponsor. Mr. Paul Arnold — Athletics. Math. Science. 6th Grade Sponsor. Mr. Steve Blair — Athletics. Senior Sponsor. Ms. Delores Brown — Home Economics. 8th Grade Sponsor. Ms. Marcie Burch — Basic Gommunications. 6th Grade Sponsor. Mr. Milton Chappie — Athletics. Science. Freshmen Sponsor. Ms. Katricia Cheek — Special Education. Senior Sponsor. Ms. Norma Cummings — Math. Senior Sponsor. Ms. Dianna Cuyos — Art. Sophomore Sponsor. Ms. Maxine Cunningham — English. Athletics. Yearbook. Freshmen Sponsor. Ms. Cheryl Dills — Math, Sophomore Sponsor. Ms. Deborah Feroli — Spanish. Science. Sophomore Sponsor. Mr. Ed Fisher — Athletics. Math. 8th Grade Sponsor. Mr. Lane Frailey — Athletics. Social Studies. Freshmen Sponsor. 94 — Teachers 7 Lttu Mr. Steve Freeman — Athletics. Drivers Education. )unior Sponsor. Mr. Randall Fuller — Athletics. History. Freshmen Sponsor. Ms. Connie Gamble — Science. Freshmen Sponsor. Ms. Maxine Gardner — Vocal. 7th Grade Sponsor. Ms. Lonetta Hayes — English. Business. Freshmen Sponsor. Ms. Kathy Johnson — English. Social Studies. 6th Grade Sponsor. Ms. Rebecca Jones — Psy. Soc., History. Leadership, Junior Sponsor. Mr. Jim Meiller — Band. 8th Grade Sponsor. Mr. Estil Oliver — Advanced Science. Gifted Talented. 8th Grade Sponsor. Mr. Bill Richmond — Athletics. Social Studies. History. Sophomore Sponsor. Mr. Al Roach — English. Junior Sponsor. Mr. Kermit Selzer, Vo-Ag. 7th Grade Sponsor. Ms. Debbie Sobel — Special Education. Junior Sponsor. Ms. Cheryl Sterling — Business. |unior Sponsor. Mr. George Thompson — English. Speech. Junior Sponsor. Teachers — 95 cVvool 4 Xti •a A New Idea With New People One hundred and fifty apprehensive 6th and 7th grade students were thrust into a new experience — the formation of the Middle School at Lexington. The first week of school was interesting for all. The eighth graders enjoyed their new superiority while the younger students became accustomed to more freedom. Tyra Goss explained her feelings of the first week by saying, We weren't treated like babies anymore. It was fun to change classes without walking in single file and being escorted by a teacher.” The unusual shyness and insecurity that the younger students first felt soon disappeared and many of these students discovered the privilege” of spending the noon hour in D hall. Although the first part of the year was spent in ad- justing, the student body as a whole ultimately proved they could become a unit as they enthusiastically worked together and were involved. Whether it was for the costume contest, homecoming parade, a pep assembly, or school in general, the students par- ticipated with a spirit that made the year of '83 one to remember. Activities in the middle school pep assemblies appeared very physical at times (series below). Erili J. and Greg R. get the fun started as Sherry W. sneaks a peek (top). Terri S. is intrigued by the actions of ther classmates (middle). At last, Matthew L. gets the final reward as he mutilates the orange (bottom). The orange pass was a success! Pins Mean Friends Although it was a busy year at the middle school, there was still time to start new trends. One of these trends was wearing friendship pins. The reasons for wearing these pins decorated with many-colored sparkling beads varied. Some wore them for decorations, others wore them to symbolize friendship, and the rest wore them because everyone else did. Tennis shoes were the choice for most to display their pins, but several innovative students used their creativity to find other interesting places to put them. Although there were different places and different reasons for wearing them, everyone agreed that for a while these trinkets added a little extra color to the often rather dull surroundings. Sixth grade girls are a friendly group — check their shoes (below|. Most people wear friendship uins on their shoes, but Bryan C. in sists on being different (above left). Pins! Pins! Pins! It's the look of the friendly (above right). Mrs. Gardner's Boys' Glee Class shows they can do something besides sing — pose fora picture (top). In the last pep assembly, wrestlers apprehensively prepare for the pyramid smash that the cheerleaders were so well known for Imiddle). Eighth and ninth graders show their enthusiasm at the last pep assembly (bottom|. M.S. Opening — 97 98 — M.S. Opening p . And They Said That We Kecess. wouldn’t Have It Anymore Eating in the lunchroom; bringing sack lunches; playing football, basketball, and frisbee; fighting with enemies, friends or whoever was available; gossipp- ing with friends; sitting on benches; studying for tests; and goofing around with teachers were a few ways students spent their noon times. Lunch time was a means of escape. The 45 minutes students were allowed for lunch was plenty of time for them to eat and do their own thing. Getting out of the dull, drab classrooms and out into the fresh, clean air meant a lot to the students. They could breathe, yell, scream, and laugh as loud as they wanted to. No one was there to threaten them to be quiet. Not everyday was sunny and warm. There were some days that were cold, rainy, and virtually rotten. This didn't matter to the students however. Lunch time was still a way out — a form of freedom. The basketball court was usually packed, but on this cold day just a few dedicated basketball players endure the cold weather (left). Unsuccessfully attempting to ignore the camera, smirks result (above). Noon hour usually brought out the athletic talents of many middle school students, leremv M. shows off his foot- ball ability as he receives the opening kickoff (bottom). M.S. Opening — 99 Rush Hour: LMS The stampede of roughly 220 students crowded the narrow halls of the middle school every 55 minutes of the school day. As the bell rang, students immediate- ly burst out into the halls often pushing, shoving, and knocking each other down in an effort to get to class. Classroom doors and locker doors, swung open at the wrong times, added to the potiential hazardous conditions. It was obvious that the students were young as most high schoolers were not in quite such a hurry to get to class. Life in the fast lane anil crowds in the halls brings different reactions |bottom left). Crowded halls dictate one rule: survival have hut one speed — full speed (center Highways have patrolmen. The middle the fastest Ihottom right), left). school has Mr. McQuerrey. Which is Bumping into a photographer in the hall, worse? |top). 100 — M.S. Opening A Colorful Birthday for a Colorful State This year Lexington’s Middle School students participated in a balloon launch in celebration of Oklahoma's seventy-fifth birthday. Schools all across the state released a kalidoscope of multicolored balloons at 10:30 a.m., November 16, as part of Oklahoma’s Diamond Jubilee Festival. Each helium filled balloon contained a card which had the school’s name, address,and the owner’s name written on it. Approximately three hundred and fifty balloons were released from Lexington’s campus to float to their destiny in someone's yard or tree. Between twenty-five and thirty of these balloons were reported to have been found. Some were found locally and others were found as far away as Cov- ington, Tennessee. Up, Up, and Away! launchers prepare balloons, launch balloons, and watch the baloons float to their far-off destinations (series above). (center right). Seventh graders show their enthusiasm for the occasion (above). M.S. Opening — 101 Smiling Faces We can do nothing well without joy and excitement. The Lexington Middle School Cheerleaders tried to capture the excite- ment of middle school sports through hours of practice, faces filled with smiles, and sharing with the crowd the pride we all feel concerning our athletes’ efforts in all sports. Beth Mitchell and |uli Engdahl — 7th Graders Marianne Ho 1 —7th Grader Vicki Newville — Mascot Teri Shea — Freshman Lori En«dahl — Freshman Missy Thompson and Michelle Heck — Freshmen 102 — M.S. Cheerleaders Meeting the Challenge Middle School Band — its in between grade- schoolers learning which end of the instrument to blow into and condescending high-schoolers thinking they’ve perfected the art. Being those in the middle meant being busy im- proving new talents. These band members had their challenges cut out for them. They learned high school music in preparation for years to come and nosed as stand-ins at the 89er’s day parade when the High School Band went to contest in Dallas. While learning the fundamentals for the parade, some students were sure of them selves, some were skeptical of their own abilities, and some were skep- tical of other’s abilities, but they worked together and did a great job. Band members’ lively music enthuse middle schoolers at their first pep assembly (left). alow 6th GRADE BAND — Top — J Cearley. R Rollings. M. Punneo. R Stone. |. Sweetman. T. West. T. McWhirter. S. Newville. Second Row — D. Vaughn. D Roll- ings. S. Stockdale. M. Kidder. S. Wilson. S. Davis. S. Crossland. C. Gardner. D. Salyer Third Row — Director ). Meiller. L. Owen. M. Goosen. D. Simpson. P Morgan. E. Johnson. S. Hamm. A. Summers. T. Scott. |. Thornton. Bottom — C. Sherman. R. Seaton. Y Adix. fMIDDLE SCHOOL BAND — Top — Director |. Meiller. C. Bonner. S. Phillips, T. Peery. S. Lister. Second Row — T. Whitaker. D. Biliske. L McAfee. R. Heck. . LeBlanc. D. Jackson. Third Row — R. Durham. C Rollins. K. Jennings. M. Caskey. D. Henderson. N. Davis. A. McKiddy Bottom Row — P. Owen S. lohnson. S. Sweetman. Y. Smith. V. Dees. D. Dodd. L. Parks. M S. Band - 103 Preparation for Life Involved in everything from arts and crafts — to animals — to clothing competition, Lex- ington 4-H ers participated and took awards in nearly every county and state competition in their field of interest. The group was composed of twenty-five members, fourteen of which participated in the stock shows. The following were the leaders the group chose: Sean Newville, Presi- dent: Cheryl Moffat, Vice- President; Tommy Hooper, Secretary; Vicky Newville, Treasurer; Glennda Skinner, Reporter; Debbie Hooper, Asst. Reporter; and Angela Summers, Recreation Leader. Opnosed to what most people would think, the girls in 4-H were just as active as the boys. They showed animals, aid woodwork, and participated in everything the boys did. During the year the group performed a first. They actually surpassed the agricultural department in the 1983 Spring Stock Show. They also helped the FFA with several of their projects and took on their own community service projects. One of these was raising $383.00 to help send a girl to Pittsburg for a liver transplant. Although the members en- joyed working with the animals and other agricultural endeavors, that people often associate with the club, 4-H had a much broader scope — it prepared the students for life. Jr. 4-Her's take time to pose for a pic- ture at the Lexington Livestock Show (top). At a booth in Sooner Mall Richard C. and Sean N. demonstrate the process in making butter (center right). Sean N. shows his champion Duroc boar (below). Waiting to perform in the annual 4-H Princess Contest are Cheryl M., Tammy N.. and Vickie N. Vickie N. went on to be chosen as 1st runner-up to the princess, (bottom right). Top — G. Newville, D. Sellmen, E. Newville Second — M. Punneo, S. Newville. T. McWhirter, D. Salyer, T. West, T. Peery. C. Moffat, G. Combs Third — S. Lee. K. Woods. G. Skinner. V. Newville, D. Hodge, |. Scott. S. West. D. Spencer, D. Combs, T. Hooper. Bottom — M. Franklin, M. Reeves, B. Helm. B. McWhirter. D. Hooper. L. McDonald,). Sweetman. 104 — Junior 4-H The KirkpoWCk Planelarfunl k Inquisitive Minds There are innumerable questions to which the young inquisitive mind can explore. The Middle School Science Club was formed in early fall to discuss and explore the many exciting challenges in this field. All students from grades 6. 7, and 8 maintaining a 2 point grade average were eligible and invited to join in the clubs' activities. The group selected the following to be their leaders: Kathy Koon, Presi- dent: jason Koon, Vice- President; Beth Mitchell, Secretary: and jeremy McAfee, Reporter. One of the highlights of the year was a field trip taken to the Kirkpatrick Planetarium in OKC. No one knows who provides the heartbeat that Keeps the Kirkpatrick Center going, but Richard E. and |eremv M. are definitely barking up the wrong tree (top). Kelly T. and Amy L. pose in front of a statue of the founders of the Kirkpatrick Planetarium (center left). Atoms aren’t dull! Acutally. a large model of one is fun to crawl through for Rhonda B. Ibelowj. Robert H. discovers that one can’t go any where in Oklahoma without seeing an oil rig (bottom right). Top — B. Hale. D. Roby. B. Seaton. L. Caldwell, R. Heck. K. Koon. V. Hale. S. Fields. T. High. T. Newville. Second — R Thompson. S. Hamm. P. Morgan. |. McAfee. ). Engdahl. ). Koon. H. Peltier. A. Lewis, T. Shohert. Third — Mrs Feroli, K. Thompson. R. Seaton, B. Mitchell. M. Long. S. Lister. S. Snodgrass. H. Berglan. R. Wyatt. D. Simpson. Fourth — M. Ktmberlin. A. Summers. S. Stockdale, R. England. T. Shobe. B. Chappie. K. Woods. Mrs. Gamble. Bottom — K Goodin. T. Goss. B. Fitzer, C. Moffat. R. Burchett. D. Vaughn. M.S. Science Club — 105 Opp 36 Lex ).H Team 8 Maysville 0 Wayne 12 St. Mary’� 28 Piedmont 32 Dibble 14 Little Axe 6 Wynnewood 8 Davis 14 Konowa Hard Work = Success The 1982 season could have been call- ed a rebuilding year for the 8th and 9th grade program as very few starters were returning and the eighth graders coming up were inexperienc- ed. Asa result, in the beginning things look- ed very bleak. However, something has to be said for determination and hard work. After loosing their first two games, the Bulldogs stormed past their next three opponents. After dropping the next game to Little Axe, they were ready to begin conference play. They started off with a bang winning a squeaker over Wyn- newood 6-0. Next they were edged out by Davis, but came back against a tough Konawa team to cap- ture the win thev needed to give them a winning record overall for the season. Lexington’s defenders stop Konawa short of a first down (top). As Ronnie B. hands off, Kenneth B. finds the hole James P. opened up with an impressive block (middle left). On a 124 reverse, Tom R. finds plenty of running room (middle right). WE WON!!! Beating Konawa and en- ding the year with a winning season is great (above). 12� - k Top — Coach Freeman. Coach Chappie. T. Caskey. M. Caldwell. C. Coker, D. Hudson. D. Cooksey. E. Cheat- wood. B. Maxwell. B. Rains. T. Johnson. Coach Frailey, Coach Blair. Middle — Mgr. Petit. P.D. Henderson. S. McCown. R. Beason. K. Barker. |. Parker. T. Rivera. D. Hoofard. M. Lorenz. K. Carlisle. B. Baker. Bottom — Mgr. |. Owen. C. Spears. T. Davenport. D. Funk. R. Powell. C. Sweetman. C. Bonner. B. Carpenter. M Croslin. T. Dodson. S. Emerson. Mgr. |. Dean. 106 — 8th and 9th Grade Football Gaining the Basics This year the 6th and 7th grade boys’ football teams were con- solidated. For some of the players, it was the first time they had been on an organized football team. They dedicated the year to hard work and to the development of the fundamentals of football. Even though the boys didn’t have a wining season, they still en- joyed exciting moments. The most successful of these was the 64 yard touchdown run by Dewayne Vaughn against Wayne. These voung men did work very hard and gained the valuable ex- perience tney needed to lead to a promising season in 1983 Top — Coach Blair. T. West. J. Barker. J. Koon, M. Punneo. T. Peery. B. Ketchum. D. Salyer. R Jones. C. Gardner. G. Smith. Coach Freeman Middle — S. Lister, ft Compton. T. Caldwell. D. Carter. |. Phelps. K. Riley. J. Calvery. M. Kimberlin. H. Peltier. I. Merrell Bottom — B. Donovan. T. McWhirter, D. Vaughn. B. Chappie. B. Snow. S. Newville. M. Franklin. S. Lawson. J. Thornton. G. Rogers. Dewayne V. makes a key block to allow J. Barker lo gain extra yardage (top). Lex’s defense stops Little Axe short of a first down (middle left). ALLIGATOR!!! This command brought new meaning of the word to the team, and the result is apparent — ACTION! (middle right). “Down-Set-Hit” Kevin R. gets ready to receive the snap from Tiger West (above). 6th Sr 7th Grade Football — 107 J.H. Girls Are Conference Champs The Lexington J.H. girls began the 1982-83 season on a dismal note, losing 42-23 to the Konawa Tigers. Before the season was over, however, the Lady Bulldogs avenged that loss by a 31-29 score and logged a 15-5 season mark. The Lady Bulldogs were 8-0 in the Big 9 Conference to win that championship. Highlights of the conference race includ- ed a 31-25 victory over runner-up Strat- ford and a 47-30 thrashing of Elmore City in Elmore. The junior high girls also finished 3rd in the Alex Tournament, losing only to the champion Amber-Pocassett 50-46. The Lady Bulldogs then downed Rush Springs in the third place game. 52-20, in perhaps their best outing of the season. Hope R. looks for the outlet pass (middle left). Missy T. advances the ball against Konawa to perserve the win for the Bulldogs (middle right). 6th Grade 7th Grade l x Opp Lex Opp 20 Purcell 16 6 Blanchard 41 10 Purcell 11 6 Sulphur 28 26 Wanette |A) 1 16 Noble 14 18 Wanette |B| 0 10 Blanchard 51 7 Maysville 13 34 Noble 16 IS Wanette (A| 4 13 Konawa 36 22 Wanette (B) 0 21 Purcell 10 21 Pemell 12 26 Purcell 13 21 Maysville 26 17 Newcastle 35 18 Sulpher 23 20 Wayne 38 Top — K. Koon. B. Tate. D. Dodd. L. Enudahl. S. Snow. H. Riggs. A. Evans. M. Shore. S. Jones. Bottom — Coach R. Fuller. M. Melton. M. Thompson. D. Klepper. A. Rains, C. Ely, C. Bennett. Coach S. Blair. Lex |.H. Team Opp 23 Konawa 42 42 St Mary's 36 27 Newcastle 24 53 Bray 37 46 Amber 50 52 Rush Springs 20 36 Washington 22 40 St Mary's 24 47 Elmore City 30 33 Wayne 24 36 Pemell 31 10 Washington 12 25 Vanoss 26 38 Vanoss 22 46 Maysville 23 31 Stratford 25 23 Newcastle 30 31 Konawa 29 30 Pemell 25 29 Dibble 23 19 8th Grade Konawa 39 25 Wayne 19 16 Lindsay 44 24 Newcastle 13 16 Lindsay 37 40 Wannette 9 33 Blanchard 28 21 Lindsay 33 21 Konawa 30 25 Newcastle 23 28 Noble 20 30 Blanchard 24 The Lexington forwards demonstrato the art of the post offense 108 — 8th fr 9th Grade Basketball 7th GRADE — Top — Coach R. Fuller. N. Davis. |. Engdahl, M. Penner. A. Sharp. Coach M. Cunningham. Middle — T. High. L. Parks. S. Sweelman, M. Johnston. P. Owen. cT Idlett. Bot- tom — K. Thompson. P. Olson, J. Lamb. B. Mitchell. M. Caskey. Learning the Right Way Blocking out, following through, driving left, looking for the open girl, taking good shots, and ... became the emphasis for the sixth and seventh grade basketball program. Fundamentals was the name of the game, and executing correctly often became more important than winning. Taking the open-drive-left, often culminating in a missed left-handed lay-up, was praised rather than frowned on as accuracy would come later. The young inexperienced Lady Bulldogs played teams varying widely in basketball background and talent. Although the girls met tough competi- tion against experienced teams such as Blanchard and Konowa, they defeated teams with whom they had similar experience such as Purcell and Noble. The sixth grade team ended their season by br- inging home the fourth place trophy from the Maysville Tournament. Also winning a trophy at Maysville was sixth grader, Shelley Davis, who placed first in the free throw competition. By the end of the year both Lexington teams had attained the necessary basic skills to develop a basketball program to look forward to in the future. Shonda S. beau her Purcell defender to the basket again for an easy lay-up (top left). Michelle C. gels position as Natalie D controls the rebound (center left). Not letting the opposing guards intimidate her, |uli E. puts a jump shot up for two Icenter). Lex seventh grade guards demonstrate the value of the loose ball drill )above|. 6th GRADE — Top — Coach M. Cunningham T. Potemra. S. Davis. N. Carter P Morgan. M. Edwards. Middle — T. Goss, R Wyatt, B. Fitzer, Y. Adix. S. Wilson Bottom — T. Carpenter, R. Burchett. E. Johnson. K. Goodin. R Shelton. C. Sherman. 6th (r 7th Grade Basketball — 109 110 — 6th. 7th. 8th fr 9th Grade Basketball Chris C. lakes the hall inside for two (right). After rebounding the ball. Mike C. goes up strong for the score (far right). Handling the hall well, Rodney C. looks inside for the open man (center). Being fouled on the shot is Steve B. (bottom left) Brian S. puts the hall up from way outside (bottom right). 7th GRADERS — Coach S. Blair. C. Carr. M. Kimberlin. S. Lister. S. Crossland. S. Boatright. T. Perry. R. Durham. T. Dodson. T. Caldwell. K. Riley. B. Snow. 8th GRADERS — Coach S. Blair. S. Emerson. T. Dodson. ). Thomas. H. Brothers. C. Coker, M. Lorenz. B. Maxwell, P. Salas. S. Roach. J. Dean. D. Funk. C. Gilmore. G. Driskill. 6th GRADERS — Top — ). Carter. J. Koon. B. Ketchum. C. Gardner. D. Carter. Coach S. Blair. Bottom — S. Lawson. D. Vaughn. S. Newville. B. Chappie. S. Potemra, G. Rogers. J. Cearley. Not Pictured — T. McWhirter. The Young Bulldogs Prove Themselves As the season began, Coach Fisher didn’t really know what to expect out of his junior high team made up of 8th and 9th graders. He knew he wasn’t going to be strong inside, but he knew his team would not quit but rather would try hard no matter what the circumstances. Also the team was equipped with plenty of fire power and quickness outsiae. The Bulldogs started off the season by losing their first two games, but' they never gave up in either game. After Coach Fisher’s rigid workouts, the team improved and were revved up and raring to go in the conference tourney. By being seeded 7th out of 8 teams, the Bulldogs really had something to prove. Defeating Dibble and Wayne in the first two games, the team was ready to play Elmore City for the right to compete in the finals. Unfor- tunately, however, the Elmore team was hotter that night and edged out the Bulldogs by the score of 31-27. The next night tne Bulldogs played the Maysville Warriors and were the victors in a seesaw battle where they nudged out the opponent 34-33 to claim 3rd place in that tourney. The Bulldogs went on to win 4 of their last 7 games and ended the season with a five hundred mark which not only sur- prised Coach Fisher but the players as well. The freshmen will move on to the high school ranks next season, but the junior high team will remain strong as the 1982-83 8th grade team, led by tneir new coach — Steve Blair, went undefeated. The 6th and 7th grade teams faced rough competition in the 1982-83 season, but they scrapped with every opponent win, lose, or draw. The sixth grade team had success at both the Purcell Tournament and Maysville Tournament. They brought home a 4th place trophy from each. Another highlight in the sixth graders’ season was the avenging of an early season loss to Purcell (20-41). When the two teams met the second time, Lex- ington rose to the occasion and defeated them in a 27-26 squeaker. Ronnie B., an adept shooter from the outside, puts the ball up against Konawa (left). Matthew L. beats his man up court on a fast break (bottom). 22 Konawa 39 31 St. Mary's 42 34 Newcastle 20 34 Elmore City 41 53 Washington 58 30 St. Mary's 34 27 Elmore City 31 31 Wayne 25 51 Dibble 26 34 Maysville 33 45 Vanoss 24 37 Maysville 38 49 Stratford 40 29 Newcastle 22 27 Pemell 37 34 Konawa 45 51 Dibble 8th Grade 28 34 Konawa 32 44 Wayne 17 24 Blanchard 23 25 Sulphur 21 30 Lindsay 10 2a Wanette 12 45 Blanchard 28 44 Lindsay 10 52 Konawa 21 39 Newcastle 15 45 Noble 17 40 Blanchard 7th Grade 33 6 Blanchard 19 9 Sulphur 22 11 Noble 40 17 Blanchard 27 23 Noble 27 13 Konawa 54 8 Purcell 36 12 Purcell 48 12 Washington 6th Grade 26 12 Byers 10 23 Dibble 8 14 Maysville 16 16 Stratford 19 20 Purcell 41 27 Purcell 26 23 Wanette |A| 7 7 Wanette |B| 0 22 Maysville 42 23 Wanette (A| 8 15 Wanette |B| 6 30 Sulphur 28 24 Davis 27 22 Pemell 30 J.H. TEAM — Top — Coach E. Fisher. E. Cheatwood. R Irby, |. McGee. B. Maxwell. C. Coker. M. Petit. Coach S. Blair Middle — M. Lorenz. D. Hudson. P. Salas. M. Caldwell. R. Cleveland. H. Brothers. B. Baker. Bottom — G. Driskill. R. Beason. |. Thomas. S. Roach. C. Gilmore. B. Mooneyham.___________ 6th. 7th. 8th tr 8th Crude Basketball — 111 Todd S. counters a takedown attempt (right). Matt C. uses a headlock to pin his opponent on his way to a 3rd place conference finish (below left). Conference champ. Gary R., controls his opponent with a tight waist ride (below Pinning his Paul's Valley opponent is 95 pound conference champ. Carey B. [center). Scott M. locks up a double chicken-wing on his way to a pin (bottom). Short on Wrestlers but Not on Courage After losing nine starters for various reasons, the junior high wrestling team showed courage and determination, and finished strong in the Central Oklahoma Conference Tournament. The young Bulldog squad had to go into each dual at least eigh- teen points behind from forfeits, but they never gave up. The Junior Bulldogs had two conference cham- pions at the Central Oklahoma Conference Tourna- ment in Shawnee. Freshman Gary Riley was con- ference champ at 89 pounds as was 8th grader Carey Bonner at 95 pounds. Eighth grader Matt Croslin was 3rd at 95 pounds and Freshman Danny Cooksey was 2nd at 135 and won the most falls award. Cooksey also wrestled on the high school team and had a com- bined record of 19-7-1. Freshman Scott McCown had a good season despite being hurt most of the year. Freshman Curtis Sweetman and 8th grade Ronnie Powell also were starters for the Bulldogs. The sixth and seventh grade wrestlers provided the wrestling program with a solid base on which to build. With 26 wrestlers in the program the prospects for the future look bright. Some of the outstanding individuals for the 6th and 7th graders were Hallie Peltier, Jeff Thornton, jamie Merrell, Mike Long, Todd Shobe, John Calvery, Charles Tate, and Joel LeBlanc. Many of the 7th graders started for the junior high team also. 112 - 6th. 7th, 8th, fr 9th Grade Wrestling Outstanding Freshman, Danny C., scores a near-fall. Danny was 2nd in tne j.H. Con- ference and 3rd in the High School Con- ference Tournev (left). Being congratulated after his victory over Empire is Hallie P. (center). Jeff T. goes to work on his opponent. He took first place at the O.S.C. Grade School Tourney (bottom). 1 6th and 7th GRADERS — Top — Coach L. Frailey. T. West, D. Faught. V. Dees. R. Heck. M. Pnnneo. J. Merrell. Assistant C. Wenthold. Middle — L. Rollins. M. Long. H. Peltier. S. Sawyer, W. Wright. M Brazell. Bottom — T. Shobe. R. England. L. Gruszka. J. Calvery, C. Cook. |. Thornton. Not Pictured: |. LeBlanc. A. McKiddy. 8th and 9th GRADERS — Top — Coach P. Arnold. D. Hoofard. D. Cooksey. S. McCown. Coach L. Frailey. Bottom — C. Tate. M. Croslin. G. Riley. C Bonner. C. Sweetman. Not Pictured — R Rowell. Adjusting to a Faster Pace This year marked the beginning of fast pitch soft- ball for the sixth — ninth grade level. Although many of these girls had played softball in summer league, it was still quite an adjustment changing from slow pitch to fast pitch softball. The girls met the challenge and made the adjustment quite well, however. They began their first year with a difficult schedule. Their opponents were Blanchard, Purcell and Noble. The team is returning with all but one starter for the '83 season. Coach Blair showed optimism for next year’s season by stating, “We have gained some valuable experience and are looking forward to next year. Once we find the right combination for the out- field. we will be tough to beat. First baseman. Becky T., holds the runner close to the base (top left). Managing to tag the run- ner, Dawn K finds she has no ball (top right|. Concentrating on her new pitching approach. Shon- da S. prepares to deliver the ball to her first oppo- nent (right). In a close play at home, catcher. Melissa Melton, attempts to make the play (far right). Top — Coach Blair. E. Adix. M. Caskey. T High. M Edwards. S. Wilson. P. Olson. Middle — S. Sweetman. P Owen, F. Henderson. L. Parks. Bottom — K. Goodin. E. |ohnson. R. Shelton. Tom R. snags a ground ball and prepares to throw the runner out Mailing a lunging grab. Rod C. tries to save a wild throw (below). Ronnie B. looks on just after delivering the pitch (center right). Top — D. Clepper. M. Shore. Coach M. Chappie, M. Petit. R. Irby, D. Cooksey. E. Cheatwood. C. Coker. B. Baker. B. Rains. C. Ely. Middle — ). Dean. R. Cleveland. H. Brothers. K. Barker. D. Hoofard, P. Henderson, j. Parker. T. Rivera. S. Roach. A. Rains. Bottom — D. Punk. T. Dodson. C. Gilmore. R. Beason. R. Mooneyham. C. Sweetman, G. Driskill. S. Emerson. Finding Their Mark With 22 players out the young Bulldogs began a rebuilding year with only 4 returning starters. Losing the first 4 games, the team got off on the wrong foot before they really began to find their mark on the ball. With the weather not cooperating much for practice time, the boys finally won 2 games against the Noble Junior Hign team. Ronnie Beason threw his first no hitter and the team had some strong hitting from Chris Gilmore, Tom Rivera, ana Rod Cleveland. Closing out the season with two close losses to Washington and a strong win over Wayne, the team felt that they had nad a good season despite the 3-6 record. Chris C. gives Ihe pitcher a target. 8th and 9th Grade Baseball — 115 Young Tracksters Fare Well in Abbreviated Season The junior high boys’ track season was rather short. The boys participated in only two track meets. The first track meet, held at Bethany, was attended by 15 2A and 3A schools. The Lexington boys finished 9th out of the 15 teams. The first meet helped the boys prepare for the conference meet at Maysville. In the conference meet the young Bulldogs finished 3rd out of the 9 teams present. The conference was highlighted by Pete Salas winning the shot put and the discus. The 6th grade boys also finished 3rd out of 9 teams at a Maysville track meet. The sixth graders did quite well at the meet despite their lack of seasoning. Todd ShoDe brought home first place honors for Lex in both the high jump and 100 meter dash. Practicing the shot paid off for Pete S. as he won the shot and discus competition at Maysville. «it '- -........ r, M lr 8th — 9th GRADERS — Top — Coach S. Freeman. P. Salas. M. Caldwell. B. Maxwell, C. Baker. K. Carlisle. Coacn S. Blair. Middle — M. Lorenz. D. Hudson. T. Caskey, T. Johnson, J. Gilpin. J. Owen Bottom — C. Bonner. T. Wright. C. Spears. S. McCown, G. I Riley. 8th — 9th GRADERS — Top — S. Jones, K. Koon, D. Dodd. B. Tate. H. Riggs. A. Evans. C. Bennett. Bottom — D. Klepper, M. Shore, C. Ely, S. Robinson. A. Rains. M. Melton. Coach R. Fuller. Faught. C. Tate, T. Peery, S. Boatright. J. Barker, J. Koon. T. West, D. Salyer. Middle — T. Snobe. D. Rollings. K. Sherman. M. Brazell, S. Lister. M. Long. L. Gruszka, C. Gard- ner. R. Rollings. B. Snow. T. McWhirter. Bottom — J. Thornton. S. Lawson. G. Rogers. K. Riley. S. Newville, B. Chappie, C. Grussendorf, M. Kimberlin, S. Potemra, D. Vaughn. 116 - 6th. 7th. 8th. 9th Grade Track 6th. 7th. 8th. 9th Grade Track — 117 Girls Retain Conference Crown 6th — 7th GRADERS — Top — L. Howell. S. Sweetman, B. McGee. A. Sharp. 1. Engdahl. T. High. C. Idlett, L. Parks. T. Snobert. T. Carpenter. Middle — J. Askew. B. Mitcneil. M. Caskey, R. Wyatt, D. King. I. Lamb, M. Goosen, M. Edwards, S. Hamm. R. Shelton. Bottom — P. Olson. R. Burchett. M. Kidder. C. Moffat. C. Goodin, T. Goss, B. Fitzer. Y. Adix. Winning the conference track meet for the second vear in a row, the junior high girls proved that girls’ track at Lexington will be a dominating force for years to come. The junior high team competed in three track meets in the ’83 season. They placed 4th out of 10 teams at Davis with 28 points and 4th out of 12 teams at Bethnav with 29 points. By the end of the season, the girls were in fine form when they ran away with the conference title by earning 162 points. Caroleen Bennett, a new addition to the track team, was a conference gold medalist in the 100 and 200 meters. The sixth graders only competed in one track meet during the season but did quite well placing 4th out of 9 teams. The results of the meet were close as only 1 point separated the 2nd place team from the 4th place team. With all the tracksters returning, the junior high team looks for even a better season in 84. ■■■ Seventh grader, Janice L. scores points for Lex at the conference meet (top). Rains to Evans completes the first leg of the 400 meter relay (center). Running the 800 meter dash for the first time, Beth M. surprisingly earns the silver medal at Maysville (above). iHrhtii Class Time Pastimes Eighth grade was a year of being caught in the middle. We weren't old enough to leave campus at noon or attend high school pep assemblies, but we were told we were old enough to set examples for the younger kids. At times we accepted our responsibilities well, but at other times we were our usual selves — deadheads. As deadheads we often learned to endure our inspiring lec- tures and study periods in our own inconspicuous ways. Daydreaming became an escape mechanism that helped many of us survive those days that lasted forever. Studying became routine as pep assemblies or other in- terruptions during school hours were rare. When we weren't being studious, however, we were goofing off. Two of our favorite class time pastimes” were beautifying our boys, which proved difficult, and gossiping with friends. Even though we all realized that getting our education was important, these special times with our friends were the times we would remember. by Amy Evans Look out Klinger and Tootsie — here’s Hank Brothers! (right). Trent D„ Carey B., and John D. decide that if a touch of make-up helps beautify Nan- cy Y. and Phaedra T. they will try it too (below). Caroleen Ben net Donnie Biliske Carey Bonner Dani Boxford Hank Brothers Kevin Carlisle Bryan Carpenter Marie Cobleigh Chris Coker Tom Compton Matt Croslin Christie Daggs Todd Davenport John Dean DeeAnn Dodd Trent Dodson Rob Donham Greg Driskill 118 — Kighth Graders Exemplifying a classic contrast, DeeAnn D. works diligently as Brandon M. is a pictue of en- thusiasm (far left). Conversing about the latest gossip, Amy R. is delighted by Kathy K.’s news (left). Chris G. actually has documented, pictorial proof that he does work in class (below left). ZZZZZ . Donnita P. even has less enthusiasm about her math than does Brandon M. (below). Colleen Ely Steve Emerson Amy Evans Susan Fields Dwayne Funk Shani Ganster Natalie Gardner Chris Gilmore Todd Gralla Virgina Hale Lynnae Heisey Dawn Henderson Kristy Hill Samantha Mae Johnson Tony |ohnson Dawn Klepper Kathy Koon Chris Lewis Eighth Graders — 119 Matthew Lorenz Rhonda Mallory Brandon Maxwell Melissa Melton Lisa Merrell |ackie Merrell Tammy Newville Donnita Pack Samuel Phillips Ronnie Powell Amy Rains Scott Roach Stacy Robinson Connie Rolin Pete Salas Tom Scarberry Jeff Scott Kristina Scott Becky Seaton Lori Shinn Mary Shore Sherry Snodgrass Cory Spears Londell Stover Becky TaU Angie Tayloi jerry Thomas Phaedra Thornton Class Officers Kathy Koon — President Stacy Robinson — Secretary Mary Shore — Vice-President Natalie Gardner — Reporter 120 — Eighth Graders Chris Coker Dani Boxford Class Favorites Glen Tilley |ohn Turnpaugh Lavonda Wall Marie Wells Tim Whitaker Leon Worley Travis Wright Nancy Ann Yeary Buffie Young Not Pictured — Kim Wing Classic Ailment It starts with hot flashes, face flushing, nervous twitching of the eyes, sweaty palms and pounding heart. Then the lips begin to dry. A quick lick of the lips remedies the problem. At this point, however, the ailment worsens. The knees become weak. A constant running of one's fingers through his her hair begins. An inordinate desire for a breath mint takes over. What is this ailment? Runs Rampant Few can define it. No one is im- muned from it. This disease permeates all societies and forms of life. Parents and administrators often frown on it, but there is no stopp- ing it. It attacks when one least suspects it. What is this strange ailment? It's just a crazy little thing called puppy love. With brush in hand, Trent D. is ready to meet the female population head-on. In this particular instance he has managed to in- terest Stacy R. in a little chitchat between classes (above left). As Natalie G. and Kevin C. devour the cafeteria's delicious beans, it seems that lunch is just an excuse to be together (left). Eighth Graders — 121 Sean Atwood | eri Askew Heather Berglan Steve Boatright Linda Caldwell Todd Caldwell Lynn Cannon Clay Carr Michelle Caskey Gayla Combs Ricky Compton Stephen Crossland Natalie Davis Vernon Dees Tim Dodson Billy Donovan Robbie Durham Juli Engdahl Richard England Shannon Farley Johnny Finley Denise Frazier Julie Garner Bobbi Hale 122 — Seventh Graders Seventh Grade Band Address years arm etgnt mon- ths ago, our board members brought forth on this campus a new band director, conceiv- ed in dedication to hard work, sore lips and the pro- position that even 7th graders can blow a horn. Now we are engaged in a great war of being the best band in Oklahoma, testing whether our band can long endure the challenge of buy- ing reeds and squirting valve oik We are met here in a great battle-bandroom — of that war against sloppy in- struments. dripping spit valves, and people who don't practice. It is altogether fitting and proper that we be the best hand in this state. We here highly resolve that the previous band directors have not taught us in vain, that this band does have a new band director, and we will play melodies and fanfares for the people, and hope the players will not perish from physical exhaustion. by lulie Garner Gayla C. and lulie G. are trying to charm the snake that is crawl- ing around them, it doesn't seem to be working (top left). You can't smile and play at the same time. It took Tommy H. awhile to figure it out (top right). Who needs the bandroom? Some people have the knack for play- ing outside as well as inside (far left). A smile of satisfaction showing. Kyle S. knows he has found his true calling in life (left). Rhonda Harmon Robert Heck Tonya High Teresa Hill Marianne Hoofard Tommy Hooper Melanie Hubble Bill Huffman Charlene Idlelt Seventh Graders — 123 X Ay .. © £ Being Daring w in a Group “Hey Mary! What are you wearing tomorrow? I was thinking about wearing my new mini-shirt, but it would be totally embarrassing for me to be the only one! Didn’t you say your mother got you a new one also? Yeah. We could both wear them and be “Twinkies.” You call Marsha and lennifer and tell them and I'll call Melanie.” Sounds good. See you at school tomorrow.” Okay. Bye! Adolescence is a time for wanting to be an individual and wanting to try the latest fads, but not wanting to stand out in a crowd — always afraid of being too different for fear of being ridiculed. Seventh graders were no exception. Being new to the middle school brought along insecurities unnoticed before. Trend set- tors were apparent, but more often than not these young students were daring in a group. All Decked out in the latest fad, Marsha P.. Jennifer N., Melanie H.. and Mary |. chat before school. David Jackson Kyle Jennings Stacy Johnson Mary Johnston Rusty Jones Michael Kimberlin Janice Lamb Joel LeBlanc Amy Lewis Sean Lister Allen McKiddy Jaime Merrell Beth Mitchell Jennifer Nimmo Patti Olson Paula Owen Linda Parks Donna Parker 124 — Seventh Graders Marsha Penner Travis Peery Jeff Phelps Patty Plavchak Kevin Riley Darla Roby Connie Rollins Lonnie Rollins Scott Sawyer Robin Schrimsher Angie Sharp Steven Shelton Kyle Sherman Terri Shobert Greg Smith Yolonda Smith Brian Snow Shonda Sweetman Charles Tate Tara Taylor Kelly Thompson Rolene Thompson Kim Woods Wayne Wright Not Pictured — John Gilliam Kim Henderson Copins with camera shy students is a frustrating problem yearbook photographers face. This group of seventh grade boys certainly don't mind having their picture taken at the balloon launch, however! sixth and Seventh Graders — 125 — Sixth Graders Were Actors The sixth graders turned out to have quite the acting troupe as their involvement in two different plays proved. Their first play, The Christmas Story” was a traditional reenact- ment of the birth of Christ at Bethlehem. Both the actors and the audience enjoyed the nlay as it was an appropriate lead-in to the Christmas break. The student's second play stemm- ed from their studies in history class. They learned that the progres- An apple for the teacher? Playing out the parts of the model students. Dane S.. Todd W., Troy Me., and Clark G.. surpise their teacher, Mrs. Cunningham, with 23 apples they confiscated from the cafeteria (below). The characters in the manger scene show their reverence for the baby jesus (right). sion of people can scarcely begin until they are independent — In 1776, the price of independence was dear. This insight concerning the struggle for independence was brought to life by the portrayal of the roles of their forefathers in the play 1776. Acting seemed to come naturally for these sixth graders. Their teachers soon discovered that they were actors: On and Off the Staee... Singing their praises are the angels: Brenda Me.. Donna S., Marlena E., Rhonda B„ and Tyra G. (lop). Deviously contemplating his plan to deceive the wise men. King Hermi, played by Karissa R., considers his strategy (right). Yvette Adix lames Barker Diana Bennett Mike Brazell Rhonda Burchett |ohn Cal very johnny Cannon Tanya Carpenter Daniel Carter joe Carter Nancy Beth Carter jeff Cearley 126 — Sixth Graders Class members participating in the play 1776” are pictured as follows: third hour (top.) sixth hour (middle), and fifth hour (bottom). Charles Thomson, Larry G., reads a Declaration by Representatives” to the members of Congress (left). John Hancock, Yvette A., and John Adams, Angie S., await the vote con- cerning Independence (above). Edward Rutledge, Becky F., signs the Declaration of Independence as John Hancock. Mike F.. looks on (left). Brad Chappie Shelley Davis Marlena Edwards Becky Fitzer Mike Franklin Clark Garnder Kristi Goodin Mary Beth Goosen Tyra Goss Angela Green Mike Grider Larry Gruszka Sixth Graders — 127 128 Sherry Hamm Fay Henderson Krissi lames Erin Johnson Robin Jump Brent Ketchum Monica Kidder Jason Koon Gene Laney Steve Lawson Christie Lister Mike Long Malee Maxwell Jeremy McAfee Jamie McDaniel Bill McGee Brenda McGee Troy McWhirter Cheryl Moffat Peggi Morgan Sean Newville Leslie Owen Hallie Peltier Jeff Phillips Steve Potem ra Tracy Potemra Max Punneo Karissa Reid Greg Rogers Donnie Rollings Middle School Chess Champions 2nd Place Daniel Carter 1st Place Renae Seaton SIXTH GRADERS Prevailed... Ronnie Rollings Dane Salyer Tina Scott Renae Seaton Rosie Shelton Cindy Sherman Todd Shobe Debbie Simpson Donna Skinner Kyle Spor Shawn Stockdale Ricky Stone Angela Summers Jeff Sweetman jeffrey Thornton Dewayne Vaughn Todd West Sherry Wilson Maysville Tournament Class Favorites Tyra Goss — Vice-President' Free Throw Champion Dewayne Vaughn Dana Salyer — Reporter Shelley Davis Cheryl Moffat Sixth Graders — 129 LEXINGTON ALUMNI ASSOCIATION Congratulates —1983 Graduates! Plan to attend June 1985 Reunion (Alumni Reunions every 5 years - - 1985, 1990, 1995, etc.) Officers: Joan (Lairson) Rowell, President Mary Ann (Conley) Gralla, Vice-President Joeann (Beason) Dodd, Secretary LEXINGTON ALUMNI ASSOCIATION Donald K. “Rusty” Jones, Treasurer P.O. 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Washington Purcell, OK 73080 527-3321 Most people feed their birds with their hands but Richie always has to be different. Ads - 137 NORTHCUTT’S GRanlaun GRASS LANDSCAPE NURSERIES Grass Landscape Nurseries Rt. 1, Box 191 Laxington, OK 73051 (405) 527-6675 Mr. and Mrs. Don Northcutt associates salute the seniors of the 1983 Bulldog basketball team. Radio haoK The Biggest Name In Little Computers REALISTIC PIONEER CRAIG WILSON’S INC. TEEL’S DIAMOND SHAMROCK Specializing in Volkswagen parts and service is a grow- ing business dedicated to the service of the community. They also specialize in eye catching creatures. This spider is located north of Wilson’s on Highway 77. You can’t miss it. 138 - Ads Teel's is the place to refill your vehicle needs. Leon fills his pickup’s “bottomless” gas tank at one of the pumps. On homecoming day Pete other classmates in- dicate that their float is number 1. They also think that: DOUG WATKINS PAINT CONTRACTOR is number 1. Doug — class of ’50 Margaret — class of ’52 Garry — class of 75 Lori — class of '80 Lisa — class of '84 w w (battle CCi ompany 6 'I Hi ei Cast -jLexinyfon. ax 73051 527-2184 527-6886 Kim Thomas and Tammi Engdahl are “fixing to round up the cattle at M M Cattle Company. Ads — 139 r} t4wuutce 71V 2W PunetU. 730X0 527-3270 Lisa H. Susie F. radiate smiles of contentment because they don’t have any insurance pro- blems. For a large variety of insurance policies contact: “We thank the Pom Pon girls for making halftimes so enjoyable.’’ 120 S. Fourth Purcell, OK 73080 527-2401 r V STATE BANK “We Want to Serve You.” Before after regular hour walk up window Monday-Saturday 8:00 A.M.-4:00 A M. Monday-Thursday 3:00 P.M.-5:00 P.M. Friday 3:00 P.M.-6:00 P.M. Lobby Monday-Friday S 1f� ui THo 9:00 A.M.-3:00 P.M. HO - A s SHOP UNITED SUPERMARKETS 1600 N. 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Jerry Hunt isl BOB McMAHAN DAN GAMMILL Phone 527-5342 Ads — 14 3 Terry B. proudly stands beside an '83 Trans-Am wishing it was his — this is probably as close as he will ever get. Teresa W., wanting to perfect that fabulous cheerleader smile, lets Dr. Mead and his assistant, Marla, clean her teeth. SPARLIN, PANTIAC, BUICK, GMC 1CH W. Washington Purcell. OK 527-6565 73080 GLENN A. MEAD D.D.S. FAMILY DENISTRY 129 N. Third Purcall, OK 527-6586 73080 SCOTTIES L.P. GAS First and Broadway P.O. Box Lexington, OK 527-6154 Domestic Tanks — Propane Supplies 228 S. Fourth Purcell, OK FLOWERS FOR ALL OCCASIONS 527-6821 Owners: BILL and ALMA HUDDLESTONE 144 - Ads — ' •_ V 11 fis Ronnie B. 11 Homecoming 1983 Homecoming 1982 ft JBm Conference Tournament 1983 Rod C Terrie S., Amy R„ and Lori E. Southwest t egional Sports Jot. Bark. Hot,. kU Support i I hr Simior I fait of Hb The class of '86 started practicing graduation in the 6th grade Sam Ewing .................... Chairman of the Board Larry Ewing............................... President Ernie R. Thompson .............. Sr. Vice-President Neil Borfield..............Executive Vice-President Patsy Glover..........................Vice-President David Barger......................... Vice-President Bill L. Wilson........................Vice-President Oliver Smith ........................ Vice-President Ron Alexander ....................... Vice-President Patrick Ayres ....................... Vice-President Stan Earnhardt Vice-President Controller Movelda Blackwell Ass’t. Vice-President Cashier Doris Hawkins.................Ass’t. Vice-President Eulene Webster Ass’t. Vice-President Georgia Hudson......................Ass’t. Cashier FIRST AMERICANg BANK and lajJr (Jompatu DIRECTORS: Ual Baker Hoyt Burns Sam Ewing Larry Ewing M. R. Pearson Ernie R. Thompson Leonard Wyatt Now i 324 West Main Street Purcell, OK 73080 527-2117 OKC line (405) — 236-1036 the time to save your money. 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Kathy Sherman, Ruth Morris, Phyllis Engdahl, Margaret Watkins 148 - Ads Attleboro, Massachusetts 02703 City of Lexington MAYOR Raymond Cox MEMBERS Garvin Melton James McGregor Charles Snow CHIEF OF POLICE Marshall Coker CITY CLERK Margaret Watkins TREASURER Kathy Sherman BOOKKEEPERS Ruth Morris Phyllis Engdall MITCHELL’S Used Cars Office: 527-7484 Home: 527-5041 Owner Robert Mitchell Salesman Dennis Mitchell “Our Hats are off to the Lexington Middle School Cheerleaders” CjeneruH J4arcL ware 420 S. Green Avenue Purcell, OK 73080 Owner Ricky Cheek 527-3242 MARY'S 111 fit 117 N. Beech Lexington, OK 73051 527-7168 Ads - 149 77 QUICK STOP Highway 77 Lexington, OK 527-5141 From the look on Toni’s face you wonder if the pleasant gurgle of new gas is being drownded by the ding ding of the mounting total. Shades of Hee-Haw. No, this isn’t Junior, but Craig W. and Tim R. at — 1724 S. Green Ave. Purcell, OK 73080 ENGDAHL MOTOR 5276415 The Three Engdahl beauties Tammi, Lori, and Juli rest nonchalant- ly on Herb’s classic Ford. f 150 - Ads wmmiz c©3miE?s — imwmm immu tlleudrll U. Cittlr iOiccnscd funeral Birector and mortician 527-G543 119 §. Canadian {htrcell, fl 73080 Bedicated to ttje seruice of tfje community KEN’S § RED WHITE@ Purcell. OK 73080 There's always a friendly smile and good service when Patsy P. works at the check out counter. 152 — Ads Stutdy Seauty Sandy did her best to beautify these judges, Kim A. and Renee A. for a year- book skit. MOTOR INN RESTAURANT FARROW'S FLOWERS 115 Broadway Lexington, OK 527-6312 Mike C. shyly picks out a valentine bouquet for his girl friend. Mark H., Stacie S., Kim T., Tammi E., and Mike C. enjoy a good meal over friendly conversation. wzwmizm 212 ®. Aurnuc {Jurrrll, 73080 527-3730 Opportunist Cyndi W. tries to get a free ring along with the sale of a yearbook ad from Caroline Beck. Ads - 153 Tftu ic — s4 cutycuupe 7( e s4CC Tittdenafastd From the way out Cowboy to the spaced out Punk Rocker, music played an important part in our lives. Music brought us together in a special way. It was the one thing that everyone understood and could relate to. Jamming out on main street with wild friends, crashing to the beat of Journey after a night on the town, studying to the sound of Aldo Nova, sitting on the front proch, Just a Swingin” with John Anderson, driving around alone listening to All My Rowdy Friends Have Settled Down, crying to the mellow music of Air Supply, singing in the shower to “It’s Raining Men, dreaming along with the music from Chicago, leaving the scene to “I Won’t Be Home Tonight, by Tony Carey, Danc- ing in the Streets with Van Halen, pleading to Don’t Let It End This Way” by Styx, breaking up to Please Don't Break It Up” by Foreigner, and thinking with the noise of Pink Floyd were all ways we used music during the course of an average day. From New Wave to Rock to Country, music became a world within itself. Concerts were events to look forward to but usually records, tapes, Rock Street, and MTV had to suffice. Music was evident even at school and school related activities. Besides the typical band and chorus music, students took every opportunity to find a radio and listen to a song or two. The basketball boys had their own private con- cert, free admission, on the bus to all the away games. A radio wasn’t good enough for them. They brought their own portable stereos. It seemed only natural when the yearbook class chose a music tneme for the '83 yearbook, and it also seemed only natural when the “KATT from the KATT radio station showed up at the yearbook assembly to “rock in the new year. Just as music set the mood for this assembly, it often set our moods. Music was not just a phase we were going through — it was a language we all understood. Favorite Group or Individual Men at Work Duran Duran Michael |ackson Asia journey Styx Loverboy Van Halen AC DC Hall Oates The DAWG, the KATT, the Cars. Foreigner. Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers. and Genesis all left their mark with the LHS students (left). 154 — Music Survey While DeeAnn D., Julia R., Mary S.. and Hope R. take time out to wet some sun between classes. Lisa W. takes tne opportunity to listen to her favorite radio station (right). Favorite Radio Station KATT FM 100 KJYO FM 103 KOFM FM 104 KXXY FM 96 KOMA AM 1600 Favorite Album Favorite Concert Favorite Video Thriller Michael Jackson Business As Usual Men at Work Get Nervous Pat Benetar Kilroy Styx Emotions in Motion Billy Squirer Journey Rush Billy Squire John Cougar Pat Benetar Alabama Billy Jean Twilight Zone Rio Mickey You Got Another Thing Cornin’ Favorite Song Beat It Photograph Mickey Little Red Corvette Heart Attack Billy fean Faithfully Alivays Something There to Remind Me Flashdance She's a Beauty Selecting a few songs before eating is part of the daily routine of many students. Sherry K. chooses some of her favorites at Mazzio’s (left). Music Survey — 155 Jeff W. and Deborah F. make their arrival at the prom (right). “Smile pretty for Mom- my!” David N. pleases the photographer — his mom Shiela M. and K. C. Ely enjoy watching the festivities at the prom (above]. A singing telegram and birthday balloons make Shelli P.’s night unforgettable (center). While Dewite B. is tuned in to the activities of the dance, Shawn G. thinks about his plans for after the prom (right). 156 — Jr.-Sr. Prom ?«« Sea tanJ The Junior-Senior prom was held in a quite ex- quisite place — The Purcell Multi-Purpose Center. Some of the students arrived early only to see who came with whom and to admire the formal attire of everyone arriving after them. It was quite a sight to see Lisa Pete” Watkins in something other than blue jeans. Examining the handiwork of the juniors was another thing the seniors wanted to critic. From a lowered ceiling of rainbow colors, floating balloons, a motorized carousel, and hanging rainbows, the even- ing was nothing but a success. A full course meal started the night off. The reading of prophecies brought laughs of enjoyment and faces of embarrassment. One big surprise to everyone was a singing telegram delivered to Shelli Phelps for her birthday. After a few words from Mr. Maxwell, a snap of some pictures, and a change of clothing, the dance began. The end of the dance didn't mean the end of prom night; however, the magic moments of time spent by the juniors and seniors — high school friends, pals, and buddies — came to a silent close. Two-steppin' to All My Rowdy Friends Have Settled Down are' Tammi E„ Mike C.. Angie R.. and Greg M. (left). Pam T. and Stephanie J. missed their call- ing as they show their cheerleader smiles (top right). Shawn G. gets a kick out of observing from the sidelines while Michelle H. and Tina D. would rather be dancing Ibottom right). r.-Sr. Prom — 157 Valedictorian, Tammi E., wipes away a tear as commencement exercises come to a close (right). Leading the second row during the recessional, Terry B. and Dewite B. show no remorse (center left). Waiting for the graduation ceremony to begin, the girls. Cathy D. and Pam T.. take time to smile at the camera while the guys. Danny A.. Mark C., and Mark H.. are busy straightening tassels (center right). Former LHS graduate and current state representative, Cal Hobson, speaks about pressing problems which face society today (bottom left]. Reflection is a part of graduation as displayed by Stephanie ). (bottom right).' TOP TEN SENIORS FOR THE CLASS OF 83 Tammi Engdahl Debbie Fitzgerald Rolonda Whitaker Dawn Edwards Arleen Cheatwood Mark Hubble Danny Arnold Mark Clift Pam Thompson Cathy Durtnam 158 — Graduation Good buddies, Dewite B. and Paul F.. ex- change a sentimental hug (top left). Dawn E. takes the final step in school — graduation (top right). With diplomas in hand and tassels chang- ed over, the new alumni anxiously await the recessional (center right). Salutatorian, Dehhie F., urges the seniors of ’83 to, “Be the best that you can be for the best part of your life is still yet to be. Whether we build bridges, climb moun- tains. or do a thousand other things, take the challenge and go for it! (bottom). Sefavuite Swinging on swings, playing chase, running out to recess, graduating from grade school, starting over again, worrying about appearances, fighting with friends, chasing members oi the opposite sex. telling iokes. competing in athletics, cheering the team on. sharing the lunch hour, confiding in friends, dragg- ing main, buying class rings, working in the concession stand, planning the prom, having senior portraits taken, and ordering announcements were all a part of growing up. or at least grow- ing up in school. The senior year just had a way of sneaking up on an un- prepared and apprehensive student. This was the final year for many to reach their goals. Some met their challenge and ac- complished the feat or feats before them. The band was selected the Outstanding Band in Class 2A at a prestigious contest in Dallas; the football team had the second best record ever in the school s history; four senior boys receiv- ed State Farmer Awards; and the Class of '83 as a whofe had the highest ACT scores recorded at Lexington (to mention just a few). The year sped by as the Class of '83 left its marks in the record books and in the hearts of underclassmen. Dwindling down to the last months of school, the seniors culminated the year in style. The senior play became more funny each time it was per- formed. the senior boys defeated the teachers unblemisned record in the student-faculty ballgame; and the senior assembly proved that the students were as witty as ever. Graduation was a time when students were reminded of all their accomplishments but also of all the challenges before them. As graduation came to a close, the students spent their last minutes together as a class. Some said final farewells; others shook hands, hugged their fellow classmates, and wiped away tears. Graduation was final- ly over. It was time for the seniors to go their Separate Ways. (Graduation — 159 David Allen Danny Arnold 1.11.12.14.15.17.18. 24. 25. 30. 49. 50. 52. 88. 90. 135.154. Doug Baker 23, 50. 82. 158 Mary Barker 2. 26. 27. 40. 41. 50. 80. 158 Dewite Bennetl 6.12. 26. 32. 36. 42. 13. 47. 49. 50. 53. 56. 59. 74. 76. 84. 85. 89. 138. 156. 158. 159 50. 54. 55. 58. 59. 61. 82. 89. 137. 15 157.158 Terry Black 4. 26. 27. 28. 32. 33. 50. 56. 57. 58. 59. 61. 74. 76. 77. 80. 82. 85. 89. 134. 144. 158 Damon Brewer Nancy Brown Ronnie Brown Monte Caldwell Tim Chambers Arleen Cheatwood HI Mark Clift 50.158 50.51 16. 42. 43. 50.51.80 50. 51. 85 7. 23. 28. 46. 50. 51. 53. 58. 61. 82. 85. . 23. 30. 50. 51. 53. 82. 86. 87. 154. 159 14.15.19. 26. 28. 29. 31. 32. 33. 36. 37. 49. 50. 51. 57. 74. 76. 81. 85. 86. 87. 89. 138, 158 Tammy Cooksey Cathy Durham Mary Duvall Ron Duvall 20. 23. 26. 27. 50. 51. 58. 75. 80. 82.131 1. 12.18.19. 24. 25. 50. 51. 52. 56. 84. 88. 148. 158 50. 51 50. 51 Dawn Thompson Edwards 14.21. 28. 50. 51. 58.85. 89.139.154.159 K. C. Ely 2.1ft 26. 32. 36. 37. 46. 50. 51. 57. 59. 74. 76. 78. 81. 84. 85. 138. 156. 158 Tarami Engdahl 3.15.17. 21. 23. 28. 34. 35. 49. 50. 51. 53. 55. 57. 58. 59. 76. 82. 85. 86. 87. 13ZJMp. 141. 150. 153.157. 158 Paul Farley 25.50. 51.57.88.159 Kelly Farmer 50. 54 Debbie Fitzgerald 1.8.11.12. 13. 14.15. 21.30. 49. 50. 5K52. 58. 74. 81. 83. ” 17. 89.135.139. 142.154. 159 Deborah Frazier 2. . lj l7.18. 23. 24. 25. 31.35.41.49. 5( 75. 76. 54. 55. 57. 59. 137, 156 Bryan Garner Paul Garrett Shawn Gralla Sue Hackett Nortna Hobbs 4. 26. 32.50. 54. 59. 76.85. 158 50 19. 28. 29. 50. 57. 59. 81. 95 46.87. 89.133.156.157.158 50. 54 1.50 Mark Stephanie Johnson Raymond Jones Christine Kleeman Kari Kovelda Dodi foveless Devote M shelb M . 49. 50. 54. 56. 80.86. 87. 88. 89. 131. 136. 138.156 McVVhirter 3.26. 31.32.33.36. 37. 42. 50. 53. 55. 59. 74. 76. 78. 84. m A 85-89 50. 55. 89.158 6.15.19. 28. 29. 36, 46. 47. 50. 55. 59. 74. 86. 89.138.158 Craig Murphy Kevin Newville David Northcutt Larry Oliver Patsy Palmer Barbara Peltier Shelli Phelps Sandy Phillips Loretta Rains Mary Richardson Debbie Roberts Kevin Rowland Aaron Smith Sandy Smith Stacie Snow Kim Thomas 26. 28. 29. 31. 32. 33. 36. 49. 50. 51. 52. 56. 59. 74. 76. 78. 81.83. 85. 86.138.156 50.89 19. 20. 26. 27. 49. 50. 57.131.152.156 20. 26. 49. 50. 55.80 11.18. 24. 25. 50.55. 56. 86. 88.136,156 7.17. 30. 50.55. 89. 159 50. 58. 159 7.27. 50. 53.58. 80. 89. 158.159: 50. 55. 58.158] 50. 56. 57. 58. 86. 87. 89 j 46. 50. 55. 57. 58. 1581 50. 58. 1581 1.12.13.17.18. 50. 56. 59.135.136.152.1581 1. 8, 12. 14. 15.18. 21. 50. 54. 56. 58. 135. 136.139.153 Pam Thompson 1. 9.13. 14. 15.18. 21. 28. 30. 50.52. 57. 58. 85. 86.137.139, 141.157.158 . ■ 1 Rolonda Whitaker 14, 50.59 j Randy Whitehead 50, 53,57. 59 Jeff Wilhite 1 22. 23.36. 50. 52. 56. 59.74. 78. 79. 82.90,138.156.158 Becky Williams Anthony Woods 50. 57. 59. 89. 158 | 50 160 — Senior Index