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

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After a long, hard day's work. Crystel Arnold. Stephanie Nelson, Mi- chelle Johnson, and Karen Goodlett enjoy a few minues rest before returning to class. During the first few weeks of school, journaism is not very hectic. Angle Taylor and Tlua Chilton discuss plans for their layouts, while Tony Peavler and Wayne Carroll work intently.

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Construction In Progress Progress began before August 20, 1986, on a com- plex of classrooms and offices. Then, on that date, the school doors opened to continue construction on the ac- ademic lives of students. Students noticed the changes that had taken place since the previous year. Changes were a new fee sys- tem, ramps in the lobby and cafeteria, a new doorway into the lunchroom, and a few new teachers. Students were lost, due to the fact that teachers changed class- rooms through the course of a day. The yearbook staff took note of all the changes and improvements. They realized there were, not only im- provements 'in the school and community,but also na- tionwide. It was for this reason they chose Under Con- struction as the theme for this yearbook. A construction worker strives to complete work on the new ramp and doorway in the cafeteria before students arrive from summer vacation. Seventh grade students. Michael Sherrow, John Blacketer. Mike Tay- lor, and Stephanie Hill, express their delight at the freedom enjoyed by being a part of the junior high. 2 Opening

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As the juniors face the seniors. Kristi Wilson and Amanda Bee look intently at their opponents with hopes of winning Powder Puff champs, a feat that is virtually Impossible. Activities — On The Increase Student activities increased as the weeks passed. The majority started attending club meetings, and joined the clubs of their choice. Another student activity. Pow- der Puff, involved the junior and senior girls. The junior girls surprised a large portion of the student body with their victory over the seniors. As usual, an onslaught of new students arrived. This included the seventh graders. LaShannon Holt, a seventh grader, said, High school is not as different as I thought it would be, but I do enjoy the freedom. This feeling was shared by the majority of the seventh grade. Teachers' aides provided significant help for teach- ers. One teacher, Mr. Terry Dailey, was privileged to have two student aides. His aides, Nikki Nelson and Con- nie Sanders enjoyed the experience and stated, We really enjoy it. It has been a great learning experience, and we plan to do it again next year. For the most part, students were glad school had started. It provided time of renewing old acquaintances, and for others, a time of involvement in extracurricular activities. The idea of having student teachers' aides has caught on with many teachers Mr. Terry Dailey entrusts his aides. Nikki Nelson and Connie Sanders, with his science tests. Study hall provided time for study, gossip, and for valuable time spent with friends Jennifer Webb likes to spend her study hall in deep study with friend Vanessa Hurst. 4 Opening