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by Bryan Vaden Standing in formation waiting for the start of your part in the 1979 Tournament of Roses Parade in sunny Pasadena, California. One cannot help thinking of the events leading to this moment. The hours of rehearsal at Opryland playing the same music over and over again. The last rehearsal in Nashville marching to the Hermitage and back. The pack- ing and unpacking of uniforms and instruments. The re- hearsal in the dining room of the Long Beach Hyatt House. The five hour plane ride, which was a first for many of us. Band members, parents, and followers left Nashville on four different flights. As we arrived in sunny California, everyone was excited about the things to come. However, there was a dulling effect on a lot of spirits when the baggage was delayed. This meant going to Knotts Berry Farm Amusement Park in suits, dresses, and high heels. One person it did not bother was our fearless president Jeff Beckman. He arrived in a navy blue three piece suit and his Opryland White Adidas.. There were more amusement parks to come. Magic Mountain, one of the largest, and home of the Collossus (which was closed). Then there was the long day at one of the most famous amusement parks, Disneyland. We spent all day and night there and closed the evening marching in their Christmas Parade. Fun was had by all but it was a tiring day. The next adventure was Universal Studios and the de- bate which came along with it, “Should we spend the full time at Universal Studios or do a National Telethon for Muscular Dystrophy?” The decision was made for Univer- sal Studios which was the best place we visited. Although we did not see any movie stars, we thoroughly enjoyed our | visit. | Later that afternoon we drove to beautiful Pasadena. We drove down Colorado Boulevard where the parade was to be held. It was the most unbelieveable sight of the entire trip. People were already lining the streets for a bird’s eye view of the parade. They had chairs, tables, sofas, dogs, cats, food, drinks, games, children, grills, heaters, and any other items that would make them comfortable. New Year’s Eve lights were out around 9:30, however, it was a little too early to sleep. When New Year’s Day dawned we were up at 4:30 and headed for breakfast in our uniforms. After breakfast, we drove to the parade unload- ing area and began our wait. The thoughts of soreness and failure to finish our seven mile hike was on everyone’s mind. The whistle blew and we were off. It was time to show everyone that McGavock High Marching Raiders were BEST! Left and Right Below and Opposite Page left and right above: The McGavock High Marching Raiders Opposite Page: Bottom Left: JoAnna and Kim give their signals. Bottom Right: Our beautiful new banner made by band boosters.
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A Place To Be A Person by Teresa Routon Open a school door and walk inside. Not necessarily McGavocks door but any school door. Go ahead, take a look around. What do you see? Here one will find many answers to many questions. A variety of responses both positive and negative. This happens in every school and McGavock is certainly no exception. Take a walk down the halls. Of course you will find your “‘cliques’’. You will find people classified as “jocks”, and people classified as “freaks”, but think about this: Just how many people do you find classified as ‘“people’’? Not many! That’s just one of the rea- sons why everyone is invited to a weekly devotional every Wednesday morning at 6:30. The devotional is a place where you can go and be somebody. Nobody will degrade you or look down at you because you are a jock or because you are consid- ered a freak, but they will respect you because you are a human being. No one is better than anyone else. Everybody loves everybody because we were all cre- ated equally ‘‘in the image of God’’! Do you want to be somebody? Do you want to be respected for what you are? Come to the Wednesday morning devo- tional at 6:30 and you will! Student Life by Anita Gracy Student life is many things ... people, ideas, working, playing, talking, laughing, sharing. Some familar remarks which might be heard — ‘Whats for lunch? Hamburgers again.” ‘“‘Guess who broke up?” ““Who won the game yesterday?” ‘‘What did you make on your science test?” Another form of student life is classes. ‘‘Why are you late to class?” “Get out your work.” “Do you have a pencil I can borrow?” “Can someone answer my question?” Classes are a time for sharing ideas and learning to get along with other people — preparing us for life in our complex, modern society. Activities ... What’s Happening ... School Spirit ... Halls filled with posters, games, and a good band ... This is STUDENT LIFE!! Middle East Peace! by Bill Sneed Tuesday, March 13, 1979. This could be a red-letter date in World History, or just.a day of false diplomatic hope. President Jimmy Carter, on a peace mission to the Middle East, reached an eleventh hour agreement with President Anwar Sadat of Egypt and Prime Minister Menahem Begin of Isreal. The treaty was accepted by Minister Begin, but the Knessett (Israeli Congress) would have to give final approval. President Carter then flew to Egypt to meet President Sadat who accepted the treaty as well. The following day, word was received that the Knessett had ap- proved the agreement and peace was once again at hand. Only time will tell if the optimism expressed by these three world leaders is premature. Hopefully, Isreal and Egypt have settled their disagreements.
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