Manchester High School - Memoir Yearbook (Richmond, VA)

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Prophecy of Progress | | As 1983 ended, students thought about traditions such as Homecoming, Powder- pulf, and Pep Rallies, and wondered if 1984 and the so-called computer age would wipe out all of the things that have become important parts of a Lancer’s life. Prophecies of doom from all sides did not cramp styles; on the contrary, the Lancer uniqueness thrived and prospered as 1984 arrived. Attempts to accommodate the new tech- nology accompanying the New Year were evident from AP Computer courses to the sound of a tone instead of a dismissal bell. Other novelties included a new library with “‘sensored”’ instead of censored books, and new, air-conditioned build- ings. A new organization, the Inner-School Council, aspired to unify all clubs, while the newly chartered National Art Honor Society sought to recognize exceptional art students. The results of the changes proved to be positive for students and faculty, and avoided the normal predictions for 1984. George Orwell's 1984 possessed similar- ities in terms of change, but not in the gloomy outcomes. Students managed to keep spirit, hope, and individuality alive in 1984. Surf’s Up Sheldon Bogaz and Suzy Staib test out their shades on Beach Day. Opening 3

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“Let’s kill ’em” says Melanie Pugh to fellow field hockey players during an important game against Meadowbrook. 2 Opening

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Changes Add to Spirit @ The excitement of the first week of school wore off; and, students began to realize that academics demanded their time. However, much more went into students’ days than studies, which were, of course, the most important priorities. Football games, parties, Pizza Hut, parties, dances, and parties were all important words in a Lancer’s vocabulary. Sports and spirit were important during the school year, as always. A push for more spirit resulted in the election of a new Lanny and a Lanny committee to help out with the workload. Both girls’ and boys’ basketball teams saw the re- sults of the extra effort to raise spirit. Re- cord crowds cheering at the games gave tremendous support to the teams. Both basketball teams had winning seasons. Cooperation and communication were the keys to getting things done. Changes occurred because of the Senior Forum, where Mr. Jones addressed questions and complaints. The first Senior-planned pep rally also showed the cooperation between the students and the administra- tion. As the school year ended with prom and graduation, all of the activities students participated in were on their minds. 1984 brought about many new things, all of which were taken in with the enthusi- asm each Lancer possessed throughout the year. V-I-C-T-O-R-Y is the cry the Varsity Cheerleaders cry at a football game. “Can’t this mule go any faster?” Coach Charlie Smith and friend go for two points at the Donkey Basket: ball Game. See ya’ around sweetheart. Heartbreakers Mel Alexander and David Poole show what they have got as Lancerettes. 4 Opening