McGavock High School - Etc Yearbook (Nashville, TN)

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The McGavock Junior Civitan Club is the group to be in, if helping people while having a lot of fun, is your thing. To become a member of one of Big Mac’s newest clubs is easy, but sticking in the club is a lot of work. Giving your utmost to Share the Love which Civitan incorporates into its many projects offers a wonder- ful sense of purpose, but Caring is what its all about. Car washes, complete with colds and pneumonia, and the selling of red and blue pom pom shakers during Homecoming are a few of the ways chosen by the club to raise money for its community projects. A large number of willing and able Civitans participated in a Halloween party at Clover Bottom. Almost twenty children were entertained by treats, a treasure hunt, wheel chair races, and a best costume contest. Valley District Junior Civitan sponsored a Disco at T’s in Madison during November. Everyone who attended had a blast and the fun was enhanced when two McGavock members and their partners placed first and third place in the dance contest. ‘JUNIOR The installation of new members was held on November ninth. All dawned suits and dresses, and amid an array of guest speak- ers, the true meaning of Civitan was learned. Parents, guests and members found pride in the things the club stands for. As a break in routine, 31 Civitans attended a Valley District Council meeting at Paris Landing. Between the several very instructive meetings, the wonderful people, and the fun times, everyone agreed there was never a dull moment. Sponsors Linda Binkley and Eugene Smith plan a great year and hope to become even more involved with the Donelson Senior Civitan Club. Many future projects are planned and with the great members involved, it looks like the Junior Civitan Club is fast becoming one of the more active school organizations at McGavock. Good Luck ... Above and bottom left photos: Members entertain at Halloween party at Clover Bottom. Upper left photo: Installation of new members.

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SS ET WEGRE00 YavE BUY On weekends people come alive. They begin to do things they do not normally have time to do during the week. Especially the working people, who stay inside a building and never have time to do things they enjoy doing, except work. Weekends are a way of letting out ten- sion that has built up all week. Some people go to parties, go to nightclubs, go out of town, go skating, study for school or just have fun in different manners. People have different ways of having fun. One person may like to party and then another may like to just stay at home and have a quiet evening alone. The majority of people usually lead an open life. This means they meet people they can enjoy doing things with and in return that person enjoys him or her. Altogether I believe most people have the same idea in mind. That is to enjoy doing what JIGS ever they may do over the weekend. Right: Students enjoy a weekend night. Around 5 o'clock every weekday morning you wake up and wish you had not heard the alarm go off or your moth- er calling. As you get dressed you think about the homework you should have done last night. When you arrive at school around 7 o’clock, you terribly wish you had already graduated. Is this the hum-drum occurrence that happens to you everyday at school? Well, this should not be the case at McGa- vock, we have a lot of activities a person can get into without hindering their stud- ies, which should be your FIRST priority. All you have to do is think back (if there was ever such a time) that you always did your school work. People who are pre- pared do not have any second thoughts about facing a teacher about class work. This could be a first step to success and INVOLVEMENT: THE KEY TO SUCCESS later involvement. As far as clubs go McGavock has some- thing for every taste. One might use the excuse that their interest do not coincide with the clubs at McGavock. However, a club can be formed if there is interest and a sponsor. If your thing is helping the community, you should try Junior Civi- tan, which does a lot of worthwhile pro- jects for the community. Clubs like the chess and backgammon club can help im- prove your game. Being involved or asso- ciated with a group or activity is impor- tant to an individual. Whether you are academically or athletically inclined or just plain folks, McGavock has something that should interest you and make you a better person from the experience! Right: Steve and Diane get involved in computer programming class.

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DeOPLe..PLACES... CHAMPIONS: NEW BREED OF PEOPLE by Stephanie Williams Champion — This word fits few people. Here at McGavock we are fortunate to have two people whom this word describes. Char- lotte Speakman, star forward for the McGavock Raiderettes, select- ed to the All-Nashivlle team named their MVP, All-Tournament for District 12-AAA and Region 6-AAA and named the MVP, and selected to the writers All-State team. Vickie Wells, front runner for the girls cross-country team, Vickie was undefeated in dual meets, named to the All-District, and All-NIL squads and selected as a high school All-American. Both girls love the sports that they are involved in. Vickie Wells replied, “Its really terrific when you achieve something like this. It makes it all worthwhile.” Charlotte commented, “It feels good to reach a goal that you have set for yourself.” As with any person who has achieved success, Charlotte and Vickie both look to other people to share the credit for their success. ‘‘My father has really helped me. He encourages me and helps me alot,” Charlotte added. ‘“‘Coach Rigsby has really done alot for me. He’s been a coach and a friend,”’ Vickie stated. These girls have brought both honor and recognition to McGa- vock and to themselves. We commend and thank them for showing us the true meaning of the word CHAMPION. Right: Vickie Wells and Charlotte Speakman Annie Hall, Move NEW FACES Over! sinsaece This year McGavock students were greeted with new ideas and faces. Among these were our new associate by Tracie Lawson principals Mr. Crowder and Ms. Yager. Here at McGavock the newest thing, right up there with the Annie Mr. Crowder was promoted from his position as guid- Hall look, is yogurt. Yogurt comes frozen, with or without fruit, and for ance counselor last year. When asked if h e liked McGavock dieters it is low-fat so there is no need to skip dessert. Yogurt comes in he replied, “Yes, very much.” Mr. Crowder is married to | many different forms such as sundaes, popsicles, and pies: therefore, Ethel Mai Crowder and has a daughter Leah Tennille. Some you may eat what you like without all the calories. of his hobbies include horse back riding, swimming and | The inexpensive little cup that reads Dannon is one of the newest football. 1 | additions in the lunchroom. Yogurt gives many beneficial nutrients, Ms. Yager came to McGavock from Apollo Jr. High, which may not be found in a pack of crackers or a piece of pie. where she was principal, prior to that she was at Madison These are a few of the comments the student body has about yogurt: High School. Ms. Yager remarked that she is glad to be “Okay, since I eat it.”” Denise Bayburn back in a senior high school. Ms. Yager’s hobbies are “It’s too hot, always too gooey.” Vickie Bell knitting, reading, and traveling. “Take yogurt out and put in more ice cream.” Jere Shoemake Both Mr. Crowder and Ms. Yager are in charge of atten- “T like it.”’ Lori Banks dance, and you have probably had an encounter with one | | | | | | | of them telling you to get to class. At any rate, we welcome them to McGavock.