Lexington High School - Lexington Yearbook (Lexington, MA)

Page 31 text:

Edith White — ‘We were so close to them, (White students), in elementary school. Junior high schools separated us and now, at the High School, you occasionally see old friends but you don’t really know them anymore.” The beauty of the G-House quad is enjoyed by Yvette Evans and James Fuller. Katani Eaton tells why she will be an excellent vice-president. Black Students at L.H.S. 27

Page 30 text:

Lance Woodley, Darryl Brown, and Reggie Settles share a private joke in Biology class. Black Students at L.H.S. This year the number of Black Students at Lexington’ High School is at an all-time high. There are sixty-five METCO stu- dents, the greatest number ever in Lexington-METCO history, and twenty-two Black residents. A sur- vey of these students reveals a candid but friendly relationship to their school. Many confirm that students at Lexington High, whether it is their first home or their second home, enjoy the campus-style that relieves class- room confinement, allows. the freedom to socialize, and presents a pleasant atmosphere in which to pursue academic interests. Katani Eaton, METCO student since first grade, and now soph- omore Vice-president says, “1 wanted to initiate activities which included both Blacks and Whites, because the previous school ac- tivities seemed to separate them.” Greg Smith said, “I feel that | am receiving a good education at a school with a good reputation for scholarship.” “It’s a good school with a sys- tem which prepares you well for 26 Black Students at L.H.S. college,” asserted Sherrilyn Bran- non. Yvette Evans said, “There’s more learning going on here than in Boston.” Eugene Mewborn, well-known sports all-star and Le- xington METCO student for nine years remarked, “The sports pro- gram is good it could help Blacks in college and also it is a great pastime.” Lastly, seniors recapped the good times spent within the school community. Kevin Shorter mused, “In Lexington | feel that | am receiving a higher grade of education that | would have in Boston. Lexington High has a nice environment, friendly atmosphere . | have grown up with most of the kids.” Debbie Younger who transferred from Latin Academy noted, “ ... the environment at LHS is better than Latin — facilities here are more modern, there’s more of them, and it is more pleasant to learn in this kind of atmosphere.” Thus the Black students at LHS are an integral and contributing component to the complete school community. the. Wendell Booth — “Through Metco and thus, Lexington, | was able to meet more people than | would have if | had stayed in Boston. Also | was exposed to a lot more things ... able to view different life styles ... suburban living.

Page 32 text:

A different aspect of the high school — nw 4 the smoking area allows students to H angi n O ut talk and relax between classes. Lexington High School has a wide variety of places for stu- dents to go in their spare time. The main Quad belongs to the seniors and gives them a chance to talk to friends they haven't seen all day. If playing cards is your thing, then “G” House would be the place to go, for a card game is usually in the works. On nice days the Senior Quad is good for a relaxing lunch. The smoking area behind the science building is always in use. Com- plete with blackboard for mes- sages, the music room is always busy with rehearsals filled with the sounds of music. “C’” House is a popular place for most under- classmen to enjoy a late breakfast or dairy queen or Twinkies and to meet friends. When the weather is nice, the trees around campus are always in use for those who seek refuge from the sun. For the Lexington High School student there is always a place to go to be with friends and have fun. The main hall floor provides a place for some students to sit and talk during a free block. 28 Hangin’ Out