Meade High School - Genesis Yearbook (Fort Meade, MD)

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A Stacie Sunderland helps continue the Homecoming tradition by crowning the 1983 Homecoming Queen. Game and Parade ' 19

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Anxiously Awaiting ith the blare of a siren, the 1983 Homecoming Parade got underway. The parade was led by the Maryland City Fire Engine which was followed by the Mighty Meade Mustang Marching Machine. The little, big band played Africa and Parada del Sol, providing music for the entire parade. Behind the band came the 1982 Home- coming Queen, Stacey Sunderland, and the 1983 Homecoming Court. Stacey re- turned to crown the 1983 queen. The court, which consisted of Louise Blessing, Eliza- beth Dick, Susie Eggerl, Sabrina Fossett, and Melissa McConnell followed Stacey in convertibles with their escorts. Behind the court came the floats, which ranged from ice cream floats to typewriters. All of the floats were attractive and reflected the time and effort that was put into their construction. Judging the floats were Mr. Ftifenburg, Meade's first principal, zoology teacher, Mr. Green, and ROTC instructor, Col. Bagley. They based their judging on originality and the amount of effort that was put into the floats. The Sophomore float proved to be the best as it won the judging. The float was a cage with a panther trapped inside, keeping with their theme, Cage Those Panthers. Perhaps Ms. Westcott summed up the parade best when she said, As a unit, the pride of Meade was shown. From the moment the lights flicked on, there was excitement on Rifenburg Field. The festivities began with the parade at 6:30 which was followed by the big game against the Annapolis Panthers. The stands were completely filled by game time, and everyone was ready to cheer on the Mustangs. Laura Posey, a varsity cheerleader remarked, The crowd showed a lot of spirit and they never let down. Throughout the game the varsity cheerleaders worked to keep the crowd en- ergetic while the band played continually to heighten spirit. One of the highlights of the evening was the announcement of the 1983 Home- coming Queen at halftime. The court took a ride around the field with their escorts and then assembled together in front of the crowd for the announcement. Susie Eggerl was announced the new 1983 Homecoming Queen and was crowned by the 1982 Queen, Stacey Sunderland. The crowd cheered its approval as the mem- bers of the court congratulated Susie. The football team returned to the field faced with another half of football. Said Mike Boykin, lt was just another game to us. We wanted to win. Despite the team's hard work and the crowd's devoted cheers, the Mustangs were defeated by the Panthers 25-14. Senior Kelly Rippeto summed up the game: The football team made a great effort, and the crowd sup- ported them 100 percent. P Sabrina Fossett, Liz Dick and Sam Enda attempt to keep warm while waiting for half time. A The Drama club participated in the Homecoming parade by dressing up in clown costumes. 18 f Game and Parade i

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pirit week hit its peak on Saturday night at the annu- al Homecoming Dance. Scores of students began arriving at 7:00 to find a carefully and beautifully decorated cafeteria. The SGA began transforming the cafeteria into a dance floor and set- ting the atmosphere forthe occasion earlier that morning. A new attendance record was set this year, and the turnout was tremendous. Throughout the night, the dance floor was packed with stu- dents dancing to the music of Top Flight, the band for the evening. The band played a wide variety of music, giving everyone a chance to join in on the dancing. Come Dancing The highlight of the evening was the Queen's Dance. The queen, Susie Eggerl, and her court were escorted down the dance floor for pictures. After Susie was crowned at her throne, the band played Truly to which she, her escort Pete Far- quharson, and her court danced. At 11:00, the dance came to a close, but this did not end the eve- ning. Some students continued the evening at local restaurants or at parties in the area. The 1983 Homecoming Dance was a great close to Spirit Week and will long be remembered. Said Susie Eggerl, lt was a night l will never forget! W lcon: A Sabrina Fossett, Bill White, Lou Blessing, Tim Brown Pete Farquharson Q - S ' E I Liz Dick, Kenny Eggerl, and Missy McConnel made up the 1983 Homecoymixgeigoun. uzle gger 3 Sam Enda, V A The band Top Flight play the music to which many students danced all night. P Jeff Stump and his date take over the dance floor by dancing to one of the many songs the band played. 20 X Homecoming Dance