McGavock High School - Etc Yearbook (Nashville, TN)

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the Gift of Love by Joyce Sims This year like many other years the first period class bought gifts for needy children. In doing this they help these children and enlightened their Christmas. Many children never have the opportuni- ty to receive presents and never know the true meaning of Christmas. The holiday season is made for giving but not necessarily receiving. Most peo- ple need to stop thinking about them- selves and more about others. The first period teachers were asked to request their student to give a quarter, nickel, etc,. everyday to increase the money toward the present. Each class had a child who had asked for two pre- sents. That certain class tried to get at least one of the presents, if not both. It would be nice if each class could have raised enough money to buy both! These gifts are in turn given to the welfare agents and then given to the child. One never really knows how excited these kids get about knowing that there may be one or two presents coming to them from someone who really cares. After a while a person feels lonely from not having a family and not having some- one really give them the love and affec- tion everyone needs. Once this feeling comes, it stays for quite a long time. So next holiday season, give a little and help give someone a feeling that they will al- ways remember. Prope. Paces: vents MASS CONFUSION by Tod Strain Mass Confusion: a term that will describe the halls of McGavock. Between each class, in all areas of the halls some worse than others, you suddenly get the feeling that the traffic lights are out. It seems as though its a five o’clock New York freeway traffic jam, however; you cannot complain, your just as guilty as the next guy. Can you honestly say you have never stopped in the middle of a slight jam just to say hi? Of course not, everyone’s guilty! It does you no good to complain. There’s only one thing to do, stick your head above the crowd, get your eyes open, and very slowly fight your way through and be proud if you only come out with a couple of bruises! What Do You Tihink ??2 by Tammy Routon What do you think about Big Mac? That was a question that was recently asked to some McGavock students. Here are their responses: Junior Bill Sneed — “I like it.” Junior Jeff Rivers — “It’s not very personal, but | like it.” Senior Teresa Routon — “‘I love it I don’t want to leave. It’s got a lot going for it if people will just take care of it.” Senior Edward Audain — “It’s probably the best educational institution as far as high schools go.” Senior Robin Sessoms — ‘‘McGavock is a high school that’s full of opportunities, not only in the area of academics but also in the area of developing self-interests.” Junior Jeff Liddle — “‘I think it’s a great school and it’s fun because of all the people.” Junior Kelly Miller — ‘‘A very good school, you could learn alot by just going here. It’s big but that doesn’t keep you from meeting new people. Coach Brown and Ms. Smith really get you involved. Without them, the school just wouldn’t hold together.” CARTER COMES TO NASHVILLE by Teri McClain McGavock has many different groups of people that represent our school. One of our major groups is the Marching Band. One thing which should be a memory to us all is our band playing for the President of the United States. On October 26, 1978 President Jimmy Carter came to Nashville for the afternoon. McGavock was just one of the many bands which played for the president. Everyone who attended will always recall that moment. It is not everyday that we can see and play for the President! 21

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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.

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Mone Propeg...PLAGES.. leVelNrs TQ RIE A BBS by Susan Cook A common problem (among the million others) which freshmen and sophomores usually face is that of transportation. From the first morning of nervously awaiting the arrival of the big yellow maneater, waiting every morning to ride to school can be as torturous as school itself. Although the nicest time of year, the fall and spring mornings, are passed in dull observation of sunrises, but stop — what to do when the heavens open up and rain appears or even worse yet — snow? House eaves and bare tree branches become a haven for miserable teenagers. As you stand shivering when the wind chill factor is 30 below, you desperately wish for the magic moment of finally turning 16. Even if the only car you ever had a chance to drive is your mother’s beat-up 61 station wagon, why can’t some saintly person offer you a ride to school? Getting home is just as bad, but usually by the end of the day, you are too numb from the days happenings, to know where you are. What happens when the great day finally comes but you just never got around to learning how to drive? You scream and moan and hate yourself, but never seem to have the time even though you swore you would learn. Oh, well! Is there some kind person anywhere who would give a poor kid a break and a ride. Luck is with you, and merrily you jump in a two-door with seven occu- pants already in it and depart only to hit McGavock Pike and a traffic jam caused by 300 loaded school buses. Teachers Come To School Too! by Edward Audain and Melissa Moore In the crazy, chaotic world of McGavock there is a very well known minority called teachers. Most students try to forget they exist, but; nevertheless, they are an important part of McGavock or any school. Does a student actually realize what it is like to be a teacher? Imagine going over the same material class after class with the same questions being asked; or having to know several subjects and being able to teach them all intelligently. All teachers have what is known as a “planning period.” This period is used to type or runnoff tests and plan the next day’s lessons. It is not surprising to know that teachers do not use this time to “plan” but to rest their aching minds and regain their sanity. Students never think of the patience a teacher needs to survive through a normal day. Could you possibly put up with 150 bundals of energy, day after day without screaming at the top of your lungs? Let’s not forget the students who “know-it-all.”” You might find it hard keeping up with the class genius early in the morning or after four classes of students. When you think about it, a teacher is an amazing individual. After twelve years of school and four or five years of college, a teacher has to be dedicated and unselfish of others. Thanks teachers!!!