Menchville High School - Crown Yearbook (Newport News, VA)

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Summer: In the Heat of the here came a time in June, when the sun’s rays beckoned and the school doors shut, that the Monarch crew packed up in search of new locations. Summer equipment such as surfboards, suntan lotion, and shades were necessary gear of the sun worshippers. The sands of Virginia Beach provided most of the action while more ambitious and dedicated sunbums made road trips to Nags Head, North Carolina or Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. Various other water sports were popular among those seeking recrea- tion. Water skiing on the Warwick and James Rivers was an exciting sport for those interested in high ac- tion. Sailing was a familiar activity at Warwick Yacht and Country Club, and was appreciated for the solitude and serenity it offered. Swimming, whether for competitive or leisurely purposes, presented a means of cool- ing off from the heat and also was great exercise to its participants. Unable to break away from the water, many students became life- guards. Sporting mirrored sunglasses and whistles, lifeguards were accom- Moment panied by a cooler filled with Cokes and junk food, as well as a loudly blaring radio. They had it made — constant relaxation in the sun. De- spite this rumor of glamour and ease of duty, a guard assumed many roles around the pool; babysitter, teacher, maintenance man, and exterminator. Summer sports enthusiasts also found jobs as sailing teachers and coaches of neighborhood swimteams. There also came a time when the days grew shorter and cool winds blew to remind the Monarchs to pack up their summer gear and return once again to a new year of school. The reality of the excitement of the summer was lost in an infinity of books and notes and all that remain- ed of summer were the fond memories. Sailing, a favorite sport of many Monarchs, is relaxing on a sunny day. Creating a fabulous spray, water-skiier Eddie Corlett whips behind the boat. Student Life B-2

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Having tamed both wind and sea, Margret Lina sits back and en- joys the serenity of sailing. B-1 Student Life A walk along the sands of Nags Head is a time of solitude for beachgoer Christy Davis. Warming up for a swim meet doesn’t seem to bother Amy Senft as she waits for her event.

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Buzz, Beep, Beeeep! Morning 1s Breaking uzzz, beep, beeeeep! 7:30 a.m. The agonizing noise of my alarm rang with loud cacophony as I open- ed my eyes to another long day ahead. The warmth of the enveloping blankets coaxed me to stay in bed for a little longer, just a little. I awaken- ed to realize that more than a little time had elapsed. I peered at the clock: 8:00 — get up, quick! As I stumbled to the bathroom, I stepped into the shower and felt the surge of ice water. Shaking incessant- ly, I briskly bathed and hopped out to wrap myself in an all too small towel. Glancing again at the time, I panick- ed that 9:00 class would begin in one half hour. I had so much to do today; a calculus test, chemistry lab, English Breakfast is a quick part of many“; students’ days. Laura Lanzotti stops to grab a bite to eat before school. B-3 Student Life composition, choral tryouts ... How would I ever make it? My thoughts were suddenly broken by the calls of my mother to hurry up; she had to have the car and I was to ride the bus. What else could go wrong? As my hair dryer was blowing ferociously and the stereo blared out, I knew I didn’t have much time. What would I wear? I threw on a pair of faded jeans and my faithful worn- out sweatshirt, and with that I ran out the door. Just catching the bus, I leaped into mass confusion as I was still attempting to finish my homework. We arrived at school; I realized that I had left my history project at home. Oh, well, it was only the beginning of another typical day — somehow I would make it!