Miami Norland High School - Valhalla Yearbook (Miami, FL)

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Prominent Senior President Bill Wark led the Clasx 0f i63 to a i'mashz'ng subtext with his invigorating incentive. CLASS OF 1963 OFFICERS BILL VJACK ,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,, President BOB BANNON ....................................... Vice-Presz'dent SANDY BROXVN Secretary DANNY KAY Treasurer 182 Seniors Work Today For A Better Tomorrow i In a rare quiet moment, reminiscent seniors suddenly realized with both apprehension and anticipation that a phase of their life was coming to a close. They recalled the high-spirited pep rallies, and the last moment shared with friends during a memorable year of laugh- ter and seriousness. With school spirit at an all-time high, seniors at- tended the last thrilling football games of the season. Then, the senior activity program commenced with the election of class officers. Although there were many outstanding candidates in the race, the winners were: Bill Whek, President; Bob Bannon, Vice President; Sandy Brown, Secretary; and Danny Kay, Treasurer. These officers, through their leadership ability, were partly responsible for the many unforgettable events which highlighted the year. Roman Candle, 3 modern space age drama, was a hilarious success as the Senior Play. During the cere- monies following the play, seniors proudly presented Mr. Hunter with the Alma Mater Plaque. The Senior Banquet announced the approaching of graduation, and at the end of the year, the juniors paid their flnal tribute to the seniors by honoring them with the annual Junior-Senior Prom which climaxed the social season. Much planning and preparation went into the Baccalaureate ceremonies to make them impressive. Finally, the somber moment of graduation arrived, bringing with it the realization of the maturity required to undertake the many adult responsibilities which lie ahead. Thus, one phase of life was terminated, and another was born; the transition from adolescene to adulthood with its new responsibilities. Disregarding a fortune telleris prediction, Jim Leonard questions mechanic ferry Stenccl about a broken elevator.

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Pursuing the highest standards in his intel- lectual development, ROBERT HART has consistently proved his ability as a scholar. He has demonstrated superior capacity by his skillful pen and by achieving the finals in the National Merit Scholarship Program. Although JAMES LEONARD has been out- standing as a Thespian as actor and director of many of this years performances, he has also shown achievement scholastically and in the held of service, belonging to both the National Honor Society and the Key Club. Serving onels fellow man demands patience and unselhsh devotion. LAURA LITT, as president of the Future Nurses of America and the Sub Debs, has constantly initiated many projects through which the school and community have greatly benehted. Ability to fashion a group of individuals into a productive unit and hold them together through periods of stress and tension is the mark of a leader. SANDRA ROSE has proved her competence in organization by sewing as one of the Co-editors of the Valhalla. Scholastic excellence merged with leadership capabilities tend to produce an active: mem- ber of the school. NELIA SELLERS, a mem- ber of the National Honor Society and Sub Debs Service Club, has also distinguished her- self as vice-president of the, Student Council. On the athletic held, competition requires not only excellent physical development, but also a keen mind, shaped for making quick decisions. WARREN WHITTAKER, having excelled in three varsity sports, displays both of these qualities plus an indomitable spirit. 181

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TINA ACKER-Pep Club 2, 3; Student Council 2; FHA 3; Jr. Red Cross 3; J.V. Cheerleader 2. JIM ADKISON-H.R. Vice Pres. 2; Jr. Red Cross 2. BONNIE ADLER. MICHAEL A ONE W-Football 1. BERNIE ALEXANDER-French Club 1, 2, 3; French Club Sec. 3; 2B Choir 2, 3. WAITIWAN ALEXANDER. SHIRLEY ALLNUTT-Art Club 1. BARBARA ALPA UGH. PA TRICIA ALPA UGH-Chorus 2, 3. VICTOR ALVAREZ-H.R. Treas, 2, 3. WA YNE ANDERSON. ED ANDRELHR. Vice Pres. 1; Jr. Red Cross 1. LORON ANTHONY. FRANK APICELLA. MARIE APPLEGA TE3Pep Club 1; A Choir 1, 2, 3; Student Council Rep. 1; Jr. Board; Sorrota 1, 2, 3; Sorrota Pres. 3; Soph. Class Sec.; H.R. Vice Pres. 3; H.R. Sec. 2; Homecoming Princess 3; J.V. Cheerleader 1; Varsity Cheerleader 2, 3; Co-captain 3. CAROLYN ARNOLD-Jr. Red Cross 2; CBE 3. GARY ALLEN ATWOOD-Audio-Visual l, 2; Jr. Red Cross 1, 2; CBE 3. BILL A USTIN-H.R. Vice Pres. 1. 183