Memorial High School - Reata Yearbook (Houston, TX)

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SPIRIT Regulations alter displa s of spirit Psychological studies have proven that the absence of clutter and litter in a student's environment improves learning abilities. In an effort to make this happen, the administration en- forced new restrictions on spirit clubs, such as the Wranglers, Sigma Gamma, I'aides, Samms and Fluffs. When spirit gets out of hand, something must be done, said Assis- tant Principal Mr. Gerald Clanton. And, because of the spirit that got out of hand, we had to enforce restrictions that have always been rules. The clubs started to do things which weren't positive. Posters and banners were cluttering the hallways, and lockers written on. Food was left all over the campus attracting ants and roaches. Tape left adhesive on the windows and peeled off the sur- face of ceilings and walls. After talking to the clubs personal- ly and explaining the problems, Mr. Clanton was happy with the girls' cooperation. I think they acted ad- mirably. Conditions improved tremendously and they did exactly what was asked of them, he said. Girls reacted to the restrictions dif- ferently, but spirit in general was still high. I didn't feel like they affected spirit that much. Posters were still put up and we could still bring food to their homes, said Iunior Kelley Green. Another enforcement unique to the year was the disbandment of the senior boy's group, the Wranglers. Mr. Halbert and Mr. Schaper of- ficially announced their disbandment after negative things were resulting from club members. The obnoxious behavior at pep rallies was far from what should be done at spirit promotions. It was also working against the cheerleaders' ef- forts. Of course, the vandalism also promoted disbandment, as did the advertised beer busts, said Mr. Clanton. The behavior gave Memorial a bad reputation, another reason for the disbandment, he added. The cheerleaders also had qualities unique to the year. This was an unusual year for the cheerleaders as we had elected 10 and ended up, for various reasons, with several alter- nates, said Mrs. Ann Butler, sponsor of the cheerleaders. Despite the enforcement of restric- tions, overall student support for athletes remained high. We'll adapt to the changes and spirit will always be fantastic, said Kelly. xii by Melissa Miller Declarations of school loyalty come from Senior football players Mark Stockham and Lee Chilton as they sing the Alma Mater. Photo by Taylor Stout. Parade festivities rolled along Mustang Lane. Cheerleaders Kristy Kissner, Missy Maxfield and Steve Hoff escort the Mustang to the pep rally. Photo by Dan Thompson. 28 O Spirit

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300 SPIRIT F spurs enthusiasm Water balloon fights, Sigma Gam- ma shirts, pep rally skits, egg fights and wrapped houses are but a frag- ment of the activities encountered by the Senior spirit organization Sigma Gamma. Sigma Gamma, organized by Presi- dent Tracy Thompson and sponsored by Mrs. Ioann Benedict and Miss Time out from raising hell and causing trouble dedicated Sigma Gamma pauses for a photo. Front row: Cissy Bexborn, Sean Rupert, Se- cond row: Catherine McGarry, Shirly Shelton, Iennie Oualline, Diane Schultz, Terry Fulweber, Hilary Strong, Tracy Thompson, Barbie Bennent, Dede Rollins, Third row: Lisa Ioachim, Kathy Dyer, Michelle Mahoney, Yann Sherie Williams, Bebbie Soto, Carolyn Cindy Sedotal, Tracy Silva, Fourth row: Susan Sprouse, Caryn Colley, Melissa Bolding, Susan Daniels, jennifer Nichols, Robin Rubin, Tritico, Back row: Mascot Hal Dryden, Mary Prissy Bean, and ludy Cuenod. Not featured Tracey Casey Cernan, Mandy Williams, Amy Bean, Conely, Mimi Moralos, Kristy Kissner Monica Campo, Karen Rathgeber and Kelly Didion. Photo by Dan Thompson. 'S Sigma Gamma Martha Cameron consisted of ap- proximately 150 girls. We had an enthusiastic bunch of girls this year. Everyone worked hard to make this a special season for the football players, said Tracy. For each football player, we made scrapbook pages filled with ribbons, pictures and special momentosf' ex- plained Vice President Barbie Berryman. Sigma Gamma served not only as a spirit organization, but also as a bin- ding force within the Senior class. Because of Sigma Gamma, I made a lot of new friends. And I loved every minute of it, said Senior Nancy Hess. ii! by Elizabeth Peck With a smile and a thanks, Senior Leslie Champion accepts a Carnation from her foot- ball player, Senior Glenn Hendrickson. Photo by Taylor Stout. Q