Mercer County High School - Highlander Yearbook (Harrodsburg, KY)

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The P.S.A.T. test is very helpful in preparing all Junior students for their college entrance exams. Joe Barnette, Melissa Sharp, and Robert Brown work diligently in order to obtain that perfect score. Civics class is a requirement for those entering college. Sheila Vaught and Emily Burks listen attentively with hopes of learning more about our government. STUDENT LIFE 17

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he College Shadow What lurks beyond high school? There is a mysterious ebon shadow lingering in the minds of high school students. It is a parasite that begins as an embryo in freshmen psyches, that feeds on the grey matter, and grows into an ‘uncon- querable adversary in Seniors’ heads. That shadow is fear — fear of the unknown world that exists outside the familiar walls of high school. The transition is hard on all departing students, but the hardest Being organized is a skill that every student must somehow master. Because he is only in junior high Matt Gilkison still hasn’t learned the knack of organizing his classroom work. Research papers and book reviews are a must for the high school-college bound curriculum. Stephanie Nelson, Tina Jackson, and Dennis Davis fumble through various books to obtain both an interesting and educational topic. hit are the college-bound scholars. Preparations, whether they be academic, social, financial, or housing-related, monopolize these students’ time. Although the amount of time and effort needed for other ar- rangements varies with the in- dividual, academic preparations are pretty much uniform. Besides the usual college prep curriculum classes, standardized tests must be taken by both eleventh and twelfth graders. Juniors take the PSAT; Seniors, the ACT and SAT. The thought that many billions have faced this shadow and emerged unscathed gives them no solace. But, eventually, each will face his shadow in his own manner. And he will be victorious. Filling out college applications can be a very frustrating job. Kindra Reed and Brad Sanford find this necessary task easier with the assistance of Mr. Robinette. 16 STUDENT LIFE

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s haring Caring The Definition of Friendship What is a friend? Funk Wagnall’s defines a friend as a favored companion, a valued associate, one sharing a common interest, or a patron. Many think a friend is someone you care about, or someone who cares about you. Some say it’s necessary to share common interests; others, that oppo- sites attract. Every individual looks for differ- ent qualities in his quest for elusive friendship. Many want a friend to party with, someone who defines “a good time”the same as they. Others look for someone to discuss their problems with, a peer who can lend timely advice. Some enjoy being with a quiet, sensitive person; others, with a bold and brassy follower of the current trend. Some want strong bonds with their siblings; many more want to keep as far away from theirs’ as possible. Some are shy and keep only casual acquaintances; many are close to a multitude of people; and still others love a close circle of friends. Many hate to spend time alone, but others see themselves as their best friends. Friendship is truly an elusive thing. It is hard to find because each person must define it for himself. Some spend a lifetime searching for someone else’s comprehension of friendship,” and never satisfy their yearning, while a more suitable brand of friendship may have been lingering just in front of them. Master billiardsman Ken Hilton shows Jennifer Ransdell the fine points of pool. A straight A” student. Charles Coleman is qualified to help sister Susan Coleman with her Algebra. Friends follow on another no matter what. Kristi Wilson went so far as to overcome stage fright and put on a short skirt and a funny hat with bells to help her friend Ginger Noel with the speech class production of The Elves A The Shoemaker 18 STUDENT LIFE