Millwood High School - Talon Yearbook (Oklahoma City, OK)

Text from Pages 1 - 136 of the 1980 volume:

Six hundred-forty students reside within a 35 room edifice located at 6724 North Eastern Avenue, Oklaho- ma City, Oklahoma, seven hours a day for 180 days out of a year. These students along with fellow classmates were in the presence of one principal, one assistant principal, one superintendent, 35 teachers, two coun- selors, three secretaries, two librarians, one printer and five custodians. This is MILLWOOD JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH. The Talon . iw • The Curve First, there was a point which was Deep Fork School. It was a three room building located near a mill in the woods. The school consisted of grades kindergarten through eighth grade. The popu- lation was 40. The point formed into a line with no straight parts and no an- gles. This began the construction of a bigger and better junior-sen- ior high school. The line grew longer still, but no angles. The band building, football stadium, and east campus building were built. A new grad- ing system categorizing classes was installed. The basketball team became class 2A champion for the third consecutive time. The test- ing clinics were conducted to aid students in increasing their scores on standardized test. These two clinics were conducted by the Professional Black Educators Asso- ciation. Drumming up a cadence for the band and fans are Tre' Burton, Charles Ingram, and Adrienne Jackson. Standing before the Falcons emblem is Mi- chelle Jenkins, Kim Miles and Lajuana Mayes. RIGHT, Helping with the beautifi- cation of the school by touching up rough spots is Michael Harrison. Student Life Academics 1 Clubs People . Sports ... Community It was a long straight line, 73 years long to be exact. There was a new superintendent. The con- struction of the elementary divi- sion was underway. The entire grading, scheduling, and registrar system was computerized. The rising cost of food, gas, clothing and everything else was surround- ing us. We had our own inflation in pride, morale, and spirit. Clean- up campaigns were conducted and a superintendent's newsletter was distributed. Spirit towels, bal- loons and boards could be seen any and everywhere. The curve was formed. This was Millwood Junior-Senior High School. The total population was 1,169. We had reached the top via togetherness academically, athle- tically, and socially. And together we stood at the top observing the curve. 4 5 Observe the Curve.. Student life was ... finding out that the copy ma- chine in the library cost 10 t per copy and you needed 10 copies ... hearing, she said that you said that I said ... waking up at 8:10 a.m. when school started at 8:15 a.m. Student life was ... buying a new car and wrecking it the same day . . . waiting until third quarter of a game to get in free ... driving to the game, Micki Dee's, the National Guard Armory, or the Midwest City Commu- nity Center all in one night on E . Student life was ... discovering the facts of life by disecting a frog ... getting involved in the Student Council and other clubs and organizations ... saying, We'll get 'em next time, instead of, They'll never win. Student life was ... FUN!!! Bewildered by the subject in Mrs. Connie Wilson's class is Marchita Masters. LEFT Resting on the desk is Donna Cooper. dent Life • Student Life • Student Lif Taking Mrs. Sandra Effinger's mid-term exam is Maria Richardson. Having one of their usual conversations is Geri Young and Anthony Johnson. Listening to one of his collected albums is a hobby of Marvelus Saltiewhite. VI' Practice makes perfect for a victorious team. Catching forty winks during shorthand is Sherrie Lusk. Preparing for the upcoming season, the girls basketball team trains daily. The OU workshop gives Roy Brannon in- sight on photography. 8 Summer was the best time for fun Summer was the perfect time for working, traveling, captur- ing the fun missed during the school year, and preparing for the rapidly approaching school term. The cheerleaders, major- ettes, girls basketball team, football team, and yearbook staff, began preparation for the upcoming school year two days after school was out. All newly selected cheer- leaders participated in a four day cheerleaders camp session at the University of Oklahoma. Mrs. Connie Wilson was their sponsor. They had an addition- al uniform made, learned new jumps, new cheers, new chants, and warm-ups. The majorettes were selected during the sum- mer by three city band direc- tors. Summer school began nine days after school. There were 111 seventh and eighth grade students enrolled in one or more of the following courses; English, social studies, science, and drivers education. The hallways know peace and quiet- ness during the summer. Some of the players take a break during summer football practice. 9 Windows were raised in summer school classrooms. Cheerfully serving customers at McDonalds is Elicia Brannon. The basketball boys participat- ed in a summer league conducted at Edmond High School. They scrimmaged against Oklahoma City Public Schools. The girls' bas- ketball team attended Lindsay All- State Basketbal Camp, which is an annual event for the team. Three-a-day football practices began a week before school. Some individuals took it upon themselves to prepare for the sea- son. Physicals, scrimmages, train- ing and films initiated the regular season. Two workshops were held in which the yearbook staff (alias, The Ink-Slingers ) participated. The first workshop was held at the University of Oklahoma. It was conducted by the Future Journal- ists of America Association. The second workshop, held at school, lasted six days. Both sessions dealt with proper writing theme devel- opment, layout procedures and advertisement sales. Each group had their own set of goals for the second year. They wanted to make their year better than yester year. Practices over the summer prepared Horace Moore, Reggie Frazier, Terry Johnson and others for the upcoming season. 10 Warming up for the upcoming year are junior high cheerleaders Stacy Lewis, Donna Denson, Tia McMullen. TOP Not quite understanding what Mr. Leodis Rob- inson is saying are Carla Carolina, LaVerne Myers and Dianna Montgomery. ABOVE Summer Drivers Edu- cation teaches Deborah Montgomery how to change a tire. The summer job for Lajeana John- son was carhopping at Hollie's Drive-In. 11 Out with the Old . .. December 9, 1978 the old rock building, a division of the elementary which had been standing for 43 years, was com- pletely demolished by a fierce, raging fire, resulting in the early construction of a 14 room build- ing. Originally designed to have eight classrooms before the fire, the building was later redesigned to be constructed with 12 class- rooms, a teacher's workroom, an administration workroom, and an office. After the board decided to build, it took three to four months before the actual construction be- gan. Thus, the total number of constructed academic buildings was five. The building was estimated at $420,000. It was scheduled to be completed December 20, 1979. The students moved in shortly after Christmas vacation and classes resumed as usual. The building housed 4th, 5th, and 6th graders only. Grades K-3 re- mained in the same rooms. School consultant, L.W. Good, views th construction of the new building. The site of the uncomplete elementary building. 12 Immediately after the fire, the elementary students raise their hands to be counted. Entering the east campus building is Carol Thomas. Observing students as they pass by are Deitra Abram, Robin Moore and Shannon Statum. LEFT Busying himself with the de- manding job of superintendent is Dr. Donald M. Edwards. 13 Standing in front of the school during lunch are Sheryl Steele, Franklin Bruce, and Charles Ingram. BELOW Leading the band in their first march are Mark Pitts and Marcus Ford. Starting all over again Who are all those little peo- ple? This might have been the thought of someone just arriving on the first day of school, refer- ring to the seventh graders. Ordi- narily, they would have been overlooked, due to their size. But, how could anyone not notice them, running up and down the hall, preventing others from find- ing their own classes. School started off quietly with no major catastrophes. The teach- ers were all in their classes await- ing the first bell to ring so they could greet the new as well as the old. different. Handbooks were issued to newcomers only. Students were issued thier schedules by their fourth hour teacher from the previous year, which was a good idea—that's if you remem- bered who your teacher was. The seniors were excited. It was their last year. The seventh grad- ers were just glad to be there. All and all the school remained the same, just a few new names ... new teachers and new students. This happened every year, but we were still one big happy family at that little red school on the hill. Trying to determine who's in her car is Toylar Crawford. Sitting on the side lines of the pep as- sembly are Mike Williams and Arnold Doss. Looking for a ride out to lunch is an every day thing for some. 15 Tension develops when students crowd into Mrs. Imo Watson's office. Making eating more enjoyable at Hallow een are the cafeteria personnel. It got the During the inflationary period the prices of nearly everything went up. Lunch prices rose from fifty cents to sixty for the high school students. For the teachers lunch increased from fifty cents to seventy five cents without a bev- erage or ninety cents with a bev- erage. You may have noticed that dur- ing the high school lunch break many students were not eating in the cafeteria instead, they started to eat out more. But Micki Dee's (McDonalds) always saved the day with their 10% discount, and the ever popular Happy Meal. The cost of a bus ride to the best of us football or basketball game was fifty cents in previous years, but with the increase in the cost of gas the price rose to a dollar. The cost did not restrain the students from coming out to support their teams. Morning and evening bus routes were shortened with fewer stops. Students were forced to walk an extra block or two to catch the bus. Some had their own transportation. Thermostats were lowered to 78 ° causing it to be warmer in the classrooms during the summer months and slightly cooler in the winter months. Making preparations before opening the snack bar are Johnnie McDaniels and Joyce Figaro. In the struggle to obtain a better position in line, Roshunda Brooks plants her roots. Starting the day off right are the Junior high students. Wandering, around during lunch are Vanessa Ausbie and Gloria Snell. BELOW Business English seems to be no problem for Tracey Edwards and Anita Cooksey. Filling out an appointment slip to see the councelor is Vernva Jones. 17 Balloons, towels, ribbons The spirit of patrons, fans, facul- ty and students were aroused by the soliciting of balloons, towels and boards. Spirit towels and rib- bons were sold by the junior and senior high cheerleaders. The towels were labeled with Spirit, spirit, spirit. The inkslingers, alias, the yearbook staff, sold red and blue balloons. The balloons portrayed the chants Go Falcons GO, Falcon Power Hey! and Buy a '80 Talon, along with the falcon emblem. The spirit didn't cease there. Complete the sentence, Hap- piness is ... and tell what happi- ness means to you. These words were inscribed on the main lobby bulletin board. The graffiti board was posted by Mrs. Barbara Hun- teman, librarian. Many didn't hesitate to make comments or sign their name. It was obvious that the whole student body had participated. The next board to be posted was Courtesty is ... Its purpose was to stress the impor- tance of not writing over some- one else's sentence. The last state- ment for completion was Pride is ... and according to one stu- dent, Pride is ... having enough respect for others to not sign over their words. Getting the spirit all together is mascot, Randy Powell. ABOVE The pep assembly was filled with spirit by the balloons, mas- cot, football players, and cheerleaders. 18 You've got that spirit junior high cheerleaders. Celebrating the homecoming are some very classy men. 19 Pick it up! In order to keep the campus clean, Mr. Jimmy Scales, principal, started a dean-up campaign dur- ing the summer. The school was painted and cleaned. Signs were posted to remind the students to keep the campus clean. At one time, the junior high lost their snack bar privileges for an entire week. Students later were not al- lowed to eat in front of the school. Mrs. Barbara Hunteman, librar- ian, collected pop cans everyday during fifth hour. The revenue from the pop cans helped finance the copy machine. LEFT: Conversing at lunch time is the fa- vorite subject of most senior high stu- dents! Trying not to be left on the inside. Rodney Sprowl glances outside with a mouthful. High steppin', hip dressers Staring off into another world is Robin Roberts. Looking Good! The young men and ladies were looking better and better each and everyday. It seemed as though the young peo- ple were getting out of the jeans and into the more fashionable clothes. Now wait, jeans were not totally removed from their lives, not hardly. Jeans were a funda- mental part of the new look. The latest style was the straight leg jeans that clung to the thigh and tightening at the ankles. Straight leg jeans and double belt worn by the female with a pair of the pop- ular Candies bare back shoes, could be seen strutting down the halls. The disco pants fitted the shape of the male perfectly. Pants having pockets and a comfortable fit across the hips and then flaring at the leg, proved that boys could be just as sexy as girls. Although pants were always the main attire, dresses moved in, leaving the guys breathless. There were slits in the terry cloth dress- es and the velour dresses. There were slits practically everywhere. They were sometimes accented with wide belts and striped, dot- ted or diamond textured panty hose, matching the color of the dress. Let us not forget the revolu- tionary Jheri Curl. The hairstyle that suited almost everybody's need. The curl ranged from $35.00 to $75.00. This male fe- male style was a four hour pro- cess, after which curls were all about the head. Don't worry I know the answer, says An- This ain't no J.C. Penny's, says Sherad Cravens, drea Coulter. 22 Profiling at the pencil sharpner is Marcus Ford. Strutting down the hallway are Joy Carroll and Sue Hollins. Interested in finding out about the new winter fashions, just take a look at Carmen Parker. 23 Whatever turned you on Eating a sucker between classes is LaDonna Loudermilk. Cars, movies, and music ... why this combination? Well, to a student these were the three ba- sic elements to a successful teen- age life. The student parking lot was oc- cupied by at least a dozen differ- ent types of cars. Not everyone was fortunate enough to have their own car, but those who managed to buy one, were usually the ones who ate out for lunch and attended the games and par- ties every Friday night. They also hung out at the car wash Saturday afternoons shining up the ride. The effects of inflation hit the theatres and caused an increase in admission. The cost ranged from $3.75 to $4.00. More students found the Tower Theatre more economical. The most attended flics were the horrors and the comedies. No student had to worry about being left out on the “Top Ten for the simple reason that wheth- er in class or in the halls someone would be singing and humming out the lyrics to the latest tunes. A revised version of K.C. and the Sunshine Band's hit Do You Want To Go Party was chanted by the football team. They could be heard chanting DO You Want To Beat Millwood at all the pep assemblies. But be it Chic, Earth, Wind Fire, or Cameo, if it had a good sound students were singing it. Running to get out of the rain is Darrell Provo. Smoothing his mustache for the ladies is Marland Johnson. 24 It makes you wonder if Tiva Greene is real- ly alone. BELOW Shoot two (2) Sherrie Tucker. All in their places with sunshining faces are Ken Crawford and Antwone Slaughter. Bringing spirit into the classroom on Halloween are Kristi Collins and Jessica Me Clelland. Observe the curve Computers this, computers that! Students had to put up with computers from the first day of the school year to the last. They took computerized tests and computerized courses. They had computerized class schedules and grade cards. Surprisingly, the administra- tion didn't produce computerized teachers. Yes, in- deed it took a little time to get accustomed to. Some things did not change for example, the science club was still dropping eggs in Norman at the University of Oklahoma. The F.H.A. was busy producing models and house wives. The chess club met daily in the cafe- teria for championship matches. The Spanish club was still developing ulcers from eating at Panchos, but one must admit it was a great way to learn. Physics brings Karla Sanford to a ponder while Jackie Griggs and Randy Powell con- tinue to work. All eyes are on Mrs. Alberta Berry! Studying French are Teresa Gomez, Keith Gissandaner, Denise Getting into position for practice is the football team. Baker and Shannon Statum. Half day classes provide extra time to study for Jesslyn Robinson and Donald Scruggs. 28 Half-day students Half day classes were common for many seniors due to the ar- rangement of their schedules. Many only had 3-4 classes a day. But did you ever wonder what the students did the rest of the day? Four of the seniors had college level courses, which they took at Central State University and Oscar Rose Junior College to get a head start on their required college courses. Ten of the seniors attended Voc-tech and Belle Isle. Courses such as data processing, auto re- pair and health care were offered. Some of the other students who attended school half a day in- volved themselves in after school activities such as band, cheerlead- ing, boys and girls sports, etc. And let us not forget those who were employed or those who simply went home to rest up from their half day at school. ■I Rushing students out of the halls is Mrs. Cahrlene Factory. Leaving school for the rest of the day is Arvita Farmer. LEFT In charge of the work study program is Mrs. Evelyn Newton. Teacher gave computerized F's When? Where? How? Why did they come? The modification was not a surprise for the administra- tion but for the students it was a blast! It was the computers. A $1600 per year offer made it hard to resist the program. The com- puterized grade cards consisted of a student code number, and a punch for the grade, class, days absent, and even one for a com- ment. It's more trouble than it's worth, said Jennifer Rex. I think it would be easier to keep it the way it was. It takes too much time to punch out those dumb little holes, said Gena Hodge. Class schedules and student rosters were all controlled by computers. Why? The installation presented uniformity and accuracy. A summer workshop conduct- ed for the teachers prepared them for what was to come— the students. The main focus of the workshop was to promote free- lance writing among students. There was also time alloted for the teachers to prepare their rooms. A PATL (Positive Attitude To- wards Learning) workshop was held during the school year. It's purpose was to reveal to the teachers how they could influ- ence a child's attitude toward himself and learning. Discussing the day are Mr. Orville Roper, Mr. David Snow, Mr. Jerry Logan and Mr. Lee Stalboch. Reviewing assignments is Mrs. Sally Car- ruthers. BELOW Office procedures are learned by Eric Murrell. 30 31 The copy machine seems to have come in handy for Melvin Smith. After giving his speech, Jerome Carter is given a round of applause. Appearing to be studying in Mrs. Sandra Effinger's class are Frank- lin Bruce, Rodney Harding, Steve Coran, and Rudy Valentine. LEFT. All English classes get boring after a while. Taboo and you!!! In the Social Studies Depart- ment there was a U.S. History I and II, American, Government, Black, Econmic, and World Histo- ry course. Mr. Lee Stalbach was the chairperson for the depart- ment. Five instructors taught in this department with Mr. Stalbach and Mr. Pierson Tyler as new comers. Three years of Social Studies were required for each student before graduation. In the English Department a new division was added, speech, which was instructed by Mrs. Cathy Cox. The chairperson was Mrs. Sandra Effinger. Books were selected every four years with the intent to teach composition and literature. The state required stu- dents to take four years of English to graduate. Writting more F's Mr. Pierson Tyler? LEFT You seem to have a terrible itch Mr. Ron Lowrey. 33 Technology in action The Math Department was taught by 4 teachers headed by chairperson Mr. Richard Oden- ahl. Students were required to take mathematics for two years and any additional years was op- tional. The math department re- cieved a new computer called the TRS 80 Level II which cost the school approximately $900. It was used by anyone with the interest and the talent whether they were in math or not. The department purchased new books for the Al- gebra program (116), for the high school general math program at $8.00 each, and for the Junior high general math at $6.50 each. Plans were made to reorder every five years. Science Department chairper- son was Mr. James Noel. The sci- ence department consisted of Earth Science, Space Science, Bi- ology I and II, Chemistry and Physics, and four teachers who taught in the department. New laboratory equipment, extra ex- tensive chemicals and newly re- vised data were purchased for the department. In order to pay for the department the science teachers purchased pop for the pop machine and kept the profit. Working on the TRS 80 Level II are Greg Morgan and Randy Thompson. LEFT Writing his assignment is Patrick Cannon in Life Science class. 34 Participating in various activities are Mrs. Gloria Miller's second hour Geometry class. 35 Looking over papers is Mrs. Carol Jones. Learning a trade Business Department consist of Acounting I and II, Shorthand, Typing I and II, Office Procedures, Business English and Business Law. The business department taught trades other than vo-tech. The typing class received 17 new Elite IBM electric typewriters. The typewriters costed $450 each. Mrs. Sally Carruthers taught Ac- counting I and II, shorthand and typing II. Mrs. Connie Wilson taught typing II, Office proce- dures and Business English and Business Law. Another way of training stu- dents for a career was having them sign up for a vocational technical school, at Foster Ester Vo Tech. The program provides courses in health care, auto body, welding and electronics. Most courses required two years' train- ing. 36 Paying close attention to the business english teacher is Donald Lee, Cheryl Johnson, Marchita Masters, and Keith Stull. Businessmen at their best are Jesse Lanston, Terry Johnson, Greg Harris, Anthony Harthone, David Love. Getting down to business in Mrs. Sandra Effinger's English class is Glenn Gude Displaying works of art are the Art students. Guided by a protractor for Drafting is Mark Silas. The music department presents its annual Christmas concert. 38 Draw, draft cook, sing The industrial arts course com- monly referred to as shop was divided into four (4) separate classes: wood work, metal work, sheet and foundry for 8th graders. Woodwork I and II, drafting and metal work was for grades 9-12. These courses were instructed by Jerry Logan. The home economics department, instructed by Mrs. Pamela Cummings, consisted of Home Economics I and II, and Family Living. The art department displayed drawings annually in Shephard Mall's Art Gallery. Mr. Lonnie Thomas instructed the art department. The music department was di- rected by Mr. Marquis Pitts. There was a class for general mu- sic; a class which taught music theory and an applied music course. The mixed chorus and concert choir participated in an- nual district contests. Gathering creative thoughts for art is Monique Hornbeck. Working attentively in class are Mr. Jerry Logan, James Mosley, and Joe Davis. Learning is easier if you experience it The work study course was de- vised to review students over math, English, and social studies skills. The instructor for the class was Mrs. Evelyn Newton, with ap- proximately eighteen students. Near the end of school juniors and seniors studied subjects that would prepare them for society. The Vocational Rehabilitation plan provided funds for students who wanted to continue school after graduation. This class was in- tended to help those who were slow in their learning process. Journalism II, Yearbook, for- merly instructed by Mrs. Sandra Effinger, was taught by Ms. Na- nette Sanders. Journalism I, still headed by Mrs. Effinger reviewed T.V. advertising, picture develop- ing and published a school news- paper. Headed by Mr. Maurice Giles, is the French and Spanish clubs and all foriegn language classes. A stu- dent can begin Spanish or French in the 7th grade and go to the second course the next year. Stu- dents enjoy the course because of the many ways of learning; e.g. the tapes, books and slides. Driver's education and Career Education Guidance was instruct- ed by Mr. Leodis Robinson. Driv- er's Classes were limited to ten students per hour. Appearing to be upset is Mrs. Alice Bar- ham. BELOW Requesting Driver's Educa- mn Discussing problems in Mrs. Newton's class are Micheal Adams, Keith LuGrand, Karen Breshers and Stefan Smith. The guidance class prepares for the future. Could Anthony Hawthorne's mind be in France or is it in Spain? Seniors 79. The Seniors of 79 left us with some uncommon memories. The Senior Follies was just one of the most memorable activities that they bestowed upon us. It in- cluded a senior will to the re- maining students and faculty, a stomp show and their class song We Are Family by Sister Sledge. You probably remember the pic- ture they had taken on a fire en- gine in the stadium. The senior class trip, to Ffouston, Texas was the first trip ever taken by a senior class. As usual the seniors were re- leased a week before graduation. . . the family This gave them time to practice for baccalaureate and commence- ment services, and fulfill any past obligations. More importantly it allowed them time to complete Mrs. Sandra Effingers English term paper which was a vital require- ment for graduation. Then came the big day ... graduation. Senator E. Melvin Porter was the speaker for the spectacular event. Tears began to fill the eyes of some of the gradu- ates and their underclassmen as the one hundred-eight seniors walked across the stage into the real world. Posing outside the baccalaureate ceremo- ny are Benita Murrell and Regina Denson. Holding on to classmate Damita Porter is Albert Carbajal. LEFT Getting scholarship information are Sherrie Lusk and Gena Hodge while aide, Karla Sanford assists. 42 The 79 seniors and the '80 seniors had to put up with these. Posing with their high school sisters are five of the 111 graduating Cheesing for the camera are some of the 79 graduating seniors, seniors. Student council officers are Randy Powell (President), Gena Hodge (Vice-President), Gina Booker (Secretary), and Carmen Parker (Reporter). The Voices Student Council Voicing the views and opinions for the student body, was the chief responsibility of the Student Council. Each candidate was re- quired to make a two-three min- ute speech over the intercom. Those who did not win the office they were running for, were ap- pointed as a representative of Stu- dent Council consisted of four of- ficers, all seniors, and a represen- tative from each homeroom. They presented a proposal to the Board of Education requesting an ex- tended lunch break. The sponsor was Mrs. Pam Cummings. 44 Student council members are FIRST ROW Myra Todd, Terry Bawcum, Gina Booker, Jackie Griggs, Anita Nero, Marcelle Sattiewhite, Andrea Breshers. SECOND ROW Henry Robinson, Gena Hodge, Charlene Edwards, Toni Evans, Denise Gilliam, Jovancia Mcleod. TOP ROW Eric Murrell, Randy Powell, Vincent Harmon, and Charles Woods. Pep Club ''Get the referee some glasses ' Go on fearless do the chick- en! and Go, Falcons, Go! were some of the remarks you could hear coming from the crowd when inspired by the pep club. The pep club consists of 23 very spirited young ladies and men and let's not forget the big blue Fear- less Falcon. This organization was known to have a vast amount of school spirit. Each and every member was always prepared to lead our teams to victory. The members would converse with the cheerleaders to find out about a new chant or cheer. They were always there fall, winter and spring full of school spirit and pride. Pep Club Members:Top Row, Tabatha Lewis, Deborah Ausbie, Kila Petitis, Carol Thom- as, Tamera Allen, Lisa Walford, SECOND ROW: Nicai Pace, Leslie Gilliam, Gloria Snell, Dean Washington, THIRD ROW: Micheal Wilson, Leskie Smith, Yvette Sulcer, LaDonna Laudermilk, Sterlin Pace. Helping the cheerleaders out by relaying Sharrel Moore gets a congratulations hug from Fearless as Sherad Cravens and Albert cheers is Yvette Sulcer (President). Payne watch! 45 Concentration Science Club The Senior High Science Club was headed by Mr. James McGuire. To become a member of the science club, you had to enter a project in the science fair. The science fair was an annual event held in December at the school by the science club. Ap- proximately 16 students partici- pated in this club. The club sold plants to raise money for a trip to a state lodge. This gave the club members a chance to enjoy the great outdoors. Laughing is science club member Lewis Bell. Teaching science, as well as being the sponsor of the science club and chess club, is Mr. james McGuire. Science Club members are FIRST ROW Valerie Veitch, Aleshia Lewis, Andrea Griffin, Kim Rupert, Yvonne Cantley, SECOND ROW Todd Grant, Horace Moore, Donte Rollins, Brian Cooper, THIRD ROW Ken Crawford, Lewis Bell, Brian Robinson, Vincent Harmon, Darnell Williams. Anthonv Williams Club officers are Sgt.-at-Arms Lewis Bell, Sgt.-at-Arms Ken Crawford, Secretary and Treasurer Aleshia Lewis, Vice-President Horace Moore, President Marchita Masters, and an Sgt.-at-Arms Vincent Harmon.________________ Chess club members are FIRST ROW Mark Williams, Donte Rollins, John Bush, Eric Murrell, Brian Cooper, George Abies. SECOND ROW Harlan Pierce, Jesse Langston, Darnell Williams, Randy Powell, Franklin Bruce, Andre Mickey, Randy Thompson, Todd Grant. THIRD ROW David Ramsey, Darrell Hawthorne, Kameron Mitchell, Jerome Chess Club The chess club was a member of the Oklahoma City Chess League. Mr. James McGuire was the sponsor. They had regular tournaments with schools such as Putnam City North, Star Spencer, Del City, and Capitol Hill. They practiced two to three days a week to better their skills. They needed complete concentration to master chess. The members could be seen playing in the cafe- teria declaring a top player each day. An annual banquet was held for the players at the end of the season. Studying is also a part of life for chess club players, Jesse Langston and Greg Morgan. LEFT Planning his strategy is Greg Moragn. 47 Futuristic Clubs FHA Giving a lecture to her fourth hour Home Economics class is Mrs. Cummings. BE- LOW: Although there are no male mem- bers in the FHA, Monte Williamson is a student in Home Economics student. Officiating over FHA proceedings is Toylar Crawford, Vice-President. The Future Homemakers of America, often considered an or- ganization for aspiring house- wives, ventured into a new pro- ject. Money from donut sales and other fund raising activities were pooled to purchase a Sickle Cell Anemia filmstrip and cassette to be distributed to churches and other interested groups in the surrounding community. The University of Oklahoma spon- sored a use of cosmetics semi- nar, in which FHA members were given a few pointers on poise, charm and beauty in general. BOTTOM ROW Terry Shores, Monique James, Debbie Powell, Karen Houston, Denice Gilliam, Tracy Posten. MIDDLE ROW Paula Hardeman, Charlotte Wyatt, Shannon Statum, Lisa Sulcer, Sherri Tucker, Andrea Breshers. TOP ROW Mrs. Cummings sponsor, Tonya Hill, Davina Hall, Angela lones and Ivv Paulden. 48 FBLA BOTTOM ROW LEFT TO RIGHT: Willecia James, Deborah Morgan, Karen McKinley, Char- lesetta Greene, Velvet Perry. BACK ROW: Mrs. Wilson, sponsor, Janine Smith, Sonya Porter, Sherad Cravens, Jaymie Sanford and LaTonya Pettis. The primary objective of the Future Business Leaders of America was to develop a strong aggressive leadership in America's future business world. Meetings were held regularly at various restaurants to discuss and organize plans for fund raising activities. Typ- ing material for teachers and administrators was one of the fund raising activities the FBLA sponsored. Prices ranged from .25 to $1.00 per page, depend- ing on the length of the page. During fifth hour Kayrn Davis studies in Mrs. Carruthers shorthand class. BELOW Settling down to some serious typing are Fumiko Johnson and Jackie Griggs. 49 Carrying out the tradition As the only Black Student Union within the Oklahoma City high school system The BSU took on its traditional role of conduct- ing activities related to black heri- tage. Each year a week in February was reserved and dedicated solely to the history of black people. This year the BSU activities went on throughout the month of Feb- ruary. The speech class presented an assortment of poems concerning black heritage. Mrs. Kathy Cox in- structed this group of students. Some of the art students' pictures were displayed at the Riley Leroy Pitts Community Center. The black history class visited the Uni- versity of Oklahoma to hear Nikki Giovanni speak. In an assembly, Mr. George Wesley, director of the Black Liberated Arts center, spoke to the Jr. high students about their roles, as black adults, in the future. Traditionally, the weeks activities are summed up with a scrumptuous and tantaliz- ing soul food dinner sponsored for and by the members of the BSU. During BSU month, actor Haywood Nel- son is met at the airport by Eric Murrello and Douglas Williams. BSU officers are Treasurer Eddie Lewis, Secretary Marcelle Sattiewhite, Vice-President Archie Hill. 50 yjy TOP Terry Johnson, Robert Smith, Roy Brannon, Darryl Hawthorne, Rodney Harding, Darwin Johnson, Joel Porter, Marvin Bridgewater, Tony Wilson, Arvita Farmer, Denise Baker THIRD ROW Dara Richardson, Deborah Montgomery, Jimmy Overall, Anthony Gunnels, Jennifer Rex, Carla Willims, Brian Griggs, Sharrell Moore, Cheryl Johnson, Angela Cannon, Trudy Breshers, Yvette Sulcer, Della Soney, Vanessa Ausbie, Garla Carolina, Valarie Ballard SECOND ROW Greg Stull, Dianna Montgomery, Tina Moore, Sonya Porter, Lisa McMullen, Danielle Jackson, Jaymie Sandford, Myra Todd, Tina Dillahunty, Verneva Jones, Maria Richardson. FIRST ROW Eddie Lewis, Marcelle Sattiewhite, Archie Hill, Lajeana Johnson (President), KNEELING Tracey Edwards, Bonnie Maxey, Kim Todd, Gena Hodge, Joy Carroll, Sherrie Lusk, Victoria Osborn. Junior High Cheerleaders from left to right are Stacie Lewis, Shannon Perry, Ruana Parks Donna Denson and Tia McMullen. Bottom are Joy Thurston, Alicia Johnson and Char- lotte Wyatt. Showing what cheerleading is all about is Maria Richardson, Shannon Statum and Lisa Sulcer. Get Down! Cheerleaders The cheerleaders went through many things to prepare for the season, they went through tough workouts, before and after school. These young ladies also at- tended an O.U. Cheerleader Camp Seminar to better them- selves. It took hard work to get where they were. Danielle Jack- son said, that going through this not only made her better but made the whole the squad better as one. To become numero uno they had to work; dedication and Expressing the true feelings are Tia McMullen and Lisa Sulcer. Below Get- ting the crowd together are Velvet Per- ry and Kim Hodge. determination were needed to be a good cheerleader. By being here after school from 3:30 to 5:30 sometimes longer, and attending every basketball and football game, they showed their spirit; spirit to cheer as loud as possible, to put pep in the assembly, to put pep in the crowd and also to make the crowd jump, shout stand. We always had the cheerleaders beside us to show us that they were with us all the way. Shaking to the hip beat is Sherri Tucker and Verneva Jones 53 Senior High Cheerleaders from left are Lisa McMullen, Sherri Tucker, Shannon Statum, Danielle Jackson, Verneva Jones Kim Hodge, Maria Richardson and Velvet Perry. Bottom are Randy Powell and Lisa Sulcer. First Last Majorettes High Stepping fast twirling la- dies is what you would call the marching majorettes. Being a ma- jorette was not an easy job. Each majorette had to attend a clinic over the summer, practices after school everyday and try-outs. Fund-raising projects were also an important factor in the great de- velopment of these eight ladies. The majorettes placed first in the Classen Competition of City- Wide majorettes during the sum- mer. Some of the members of the squad said that being a majorette was most exhilerating at times. Legs are back the Majorettes got'em Elicia Brannon, Sharon Kindle. CENTER Lynne Turner (Head majorettes) MIDDLE Gerri Young, Debra Morgan, Tiva Greene TOP Dela Sonya, Sharon Kindle, Debra Henderson. BELOW Doing the Glide in the pep assembly are the Majorettes. 54 Beating around the bush are Steven Samuels, Johnny Loudermilk, John Rolfe, Brian Rhone, Adrian Jackson, and Travis Jones. Drill Team Flag Core? That was what some of the 79-80 drill team members were saying. Yes, the bands backup went from drill team to flag core. Not only was the title more enthusiastic but this helped the team to have a feeling of uniqueness. With instructions from a new sponsor, Mrs. Jane Micoms helped improve the squads marching techniques and flag twirling. Although, there were only four returning members from the pre- vious year, the seven newest members were keeping up the good name of the squad. 55 Drill Team Members are BELOW Karen Houston, Alicia Lewis, Tonya Hines, Gloria Snell, and Denise Gilliam. TOP Vanessa Ausbie, Evonne Edwards, Sherrie Lusk, Deborah Ausbie, Lajeana Johnson and Marcella Sattiewhite. Pride of the Eastside! Teaching trombones tricks of the trade is band director Edgar j. Scott. Falcons Get Down Hey! came from one-hundred and ten stu- dents dressed in blue and white uniforms as they took the field for another halftime show. Our drum majors are ... our major- ettes are . .. and the band is un- der the direction of the none oth- er than Mr. Edgar J. Scott! was announced by Sherrie Tucker, Drum majors start the show! . The band boosters purchased a $3,000 video-tape machine. The band used it to review each per- formance to help improve march- ing techniques. The band partici- pated in Langston's Homecoming, the 89er's Day Parade and of course the annual band trip. For the first time ever the 79-80 band members gave Mr. Scott an ap- preciation banquet, the theme was, This if Your Life Mr. Scott. The event marked his ninth year as band director at Millwood. The affair was held at the Lincoln Pla- za. Togetherness played a major role in the success of the band. We are like a family, we look out for each other , says band presi- dent Roy Brannon. The band was greatly indebted to Mr. Scott for being so patience, persistent, and encouraging. They always had a great reputation for a fine march- ing band program and over the past years they have displayed this talent continuously. Senior high band members are TOP ROW Marcus Ford, Eric Murrell, Romalda Mack, Reggie Anderson, Toni Evans, pres. Roy Brannon, Joe Cantley, Steven Brannon, Charles Woods, Ronald Lee, Daryl Hawthorne, Brian Foster, Mark Pitts, SECOND ROW Vanessa Ausbie, Deborah Ausbie, Patica Clark, Gwendolyn Roberts, Adriene Breshers, Angela Jones, Kristie Collins, Brian Frazier, Bonnie Maxey, Patrice Greene, Sharrel Moore, Lajeana Johnson, Sherrie Lusk, Gloria Snell, band director Edgar J. Scott, THIRD ROW Javoncia McCloud, Keith Gissindaner, Yvonne Frazier, vice-pres. Karen Rhone, Yvonne Cantley, Lynn Franklin, Vera Soney, Kathy Martin, Marcelle Sattiewhite, FOURTH ROW Yvonne Edwards, Tonya Hines, Denise Gilliam, Della Soney, Tiva Greene, Deborah Henderson, Lynn Turner, Sharon Kindle, Geri Young, Karen Houston, Alicia Lewis. 56 Taking drumming seriously are Tre Burton, John Roff, and Travis Jones. 4 The band blows the National Anthem before the start of the game. Senior high band officers are STANDING Sergeant-at-arms Keith Gissindaner, Treasurer Mark Pitts Sergeant-at-arms Brian Foster, SEATED President Roy Brannon vice-president Karen Rhone. 57 Mr. Scott directs the band while playing the fight song. Practicing before the game are Steven Samuels, Travis Jones, Adrienne Jackson. The Terrible Trio? Junior high band members are STANDING Johnnie Loudermilk, John Rolfe, Steven Samuels, Travis Jones, Adrienne Jackson FIRST ROW Karen Moore, Roshunda Brooks, Martha Hubinger, Kevin Lee, Tammie Lawrence, Kirsten Humphey, Tracy Copper, Chris Dixon, Patrick Cannon, David Todd, Lisa Knighten, Craig Mackanly, SECOND ROW Kristie Collins, Sheranda Ausbie, Teresa Lawrance, Jane Salavky, Dal a Walker, Michelle Milling, Maurena Williams, Lynn Williams, Bridget Easley, Cassandra Brown, Lisa Kerny, Monique Hill, THIRD ROW Andrew Roberts, Valerie Parker, Tori Franklin, Nerrisa Threatt, Stacey Roberts, Felicia Perry, Tony Ford, Andrew Williams, Rondine Bruner. Yaking a breather between songs is part of the concert choir. Sing People Le Petite Chorale The vocal music department is divided up into three singing groups. One of the groups is called, the Section Leaders Quar- tet. The other two groups are composed of a group of specially selected students, they are called the La Petite Chorale and the Concert Choir. The choirs sang at French Market Mall, Shephard Mall, Lincoln Plaza, and the State Capitol. To be a member of one of these fine groups, you must audi- tion with the director Mr. Mar- quis Pitts, and other members of the groups. Singing, I'm Dreaming of a White Christ- mas”, is Craig Sherrill, as Alceia Smith looks on. Looking over music for the Christmas season are, Donald Lee, Vanessa Ausbie, Debra Leading a song during the Christmas pro- Ausbie, and Randy Powell. gram, is Ronnie Lee. 59 Inkslingers did it all for you! Hey ! Did you hear the news? The yearbook staff had a new name! They were now the Ins- lingers, ink as in ink pen and slinger as in writers. Isn't that just the cutest thing you ever heard? The Inkslingers were one to- gether group of people. Oh! and let's not forget about our new sponsor Ms. Nannette Sanders, who was a very crazy person as you all know. Ms. Sand- ers was the head lady which means, that her word or opinion meant a great deal of nothing! (JOKE) No we hadn't gotten rid of Mrs. Effinger all together, she served as a consultant to the staff. Seventeen of the craziest peo- ple in the school helped make up this great, fantastic, marvelous, extraordinary, elaborate, terrific, spectacular, good book. Marcelle Sattiewhite, the editor, always looked busy but never was!! Carla Williams and Jennifer Rex just couldn't wait to get in the dark- room. Karen Rhone and Karen McKinley entertained us with dai- ly gossip, songs and weird dances as we worked. Meanwhile, Terry Johnson gave us an instant replay of last weeks game while Douglas Williams gave his side line views. Roy Brannon put on the half time show while Sherrie Tucker cheered them on. Valerie Ballard was always there to remind us when to go eat. Sherad Cravens and Andrea Breshers reminded us when to go home. Tony Roach was there. Gena Hodge the copy editor did nothing but mark red ink through everyone's story. Oh! don't let me forget Diane McKin- ley who slept the year away. And then there was the great Lajeana Johnson, the Business Manager, and also the author of this Master- piece. Yearbook sponsors Mrs. Sandra Effinger and Ms. Nanette Sanders stand close by while class picture are being taken. Discussing the sales of the yearbook is Lajeana johnson Business Manager BELOW Being an Inkslinger wasn't always fun. Collecting money for class pictures is photog Members of the yearbook staff are Valarie Ballard, Karen McKinely, Lajeana Johnson, rapher, Karen Rhone. Tony Roach, Sherrie Tucker, Sherad Cravens, Terry Johnson FRONT Karen Rhone, Marcelle Sattie-White, Gena Hodge, Andrea Breshers. Seeming to be very lost is Tony Roach. Typing is one of the Inkslingers greatest problems as shown above, as they line across the first row. Hard at work is Gena Hodge while attending a yearbook workshop at O.U. this summer. 61 Observe the curve There was a time when you wouldn't have even con- sidered your teacher as being one who contributes to a group of people. And the principal was definitely not classified as being people. They had eyes, noses, ears, mouths, arms, hands, legs and feet just like us but it was the way they used them that made them different. Instead of placing the teachers in the academic section or at the end of the book we decided to place them where they deserve to be. They are in the people section behind the 12th, 11th, 10th, 9th, 8th, and 7th graders. After all those years of standing in front of you in the lunch line don't you think it's time they went to the back. Expressing her view about Macbeth is Mrs. Snadra Effinger. BELOW At lunch time the seventh graders pose for a 1 shot. During a writing project Mr. Jimmy Scales reveals his true nature. A little confused maybe, Michael Wilson? Dawn of a New Decade Have you ever gone to a party and found yourself surrounded by people under cowboy hat? or felt a squirt of water hit you while you were in a public place? If so, you have probably had a close en- counter of the senior kind. The group who you expected to be the most civilized ran a close race for the opposite. They would form a line in the middle of Eastern Avenue driving 20 m.h.p. zig-zagging. On some occassions (can you believe this) they even tried to con Mrs. Char- lene Factory. One year their dues were fifty cents a semester. Another year they had a picnic without any food. But topping off was the prom verses the concert. They were the only group of people who could do something wrong but it turned out right — the dawn of a new decade. Left Senior class officers are Treasurer Marcelle Sattiewhite, Vice-President, Franklin Bruce, Secretary Gina Booker and (seated) President Carmen Parker. DEBORAH AUSBIE, a Cancer, is vice-president of a softball team, and president of the youth choir. Deborah plans to go to college and major in biology. The thing Deb- orah will always remem- ber about Millwood is the football team. The word that describes her is nice . VANESSA AUSBIE, a Can- cer is a member of the pep club (president), the concert choir (secretary), BSU, CYF, and JA. Vanessa can sum herself up in one word, nice . Hambur- gers, music, and the color red are some of her favor- ites. She will always re- member the way the teachers helped the stu- dents. DENISE BAKER, born un- der the sign of Cancer, is a member of the BSS, the Science club, the St. Anthony's Explorers and the Principal's Honor Roll. She was parlimentarian of the senior class. Dee Dee says she will always re- member Millwood for its closeness among the stu- dents. VALARIE BALLARD, a Sagittarius, was a member of BSU, science club, and modern dance. She en- joys talking on the phone, dancing, and going to the movies. Val describes her- self as being secretive. Her favorite songs are Knee Deep and Rap- pers Delight . 64 Seniors The maturity of the senior class is shown by Larry Carter. RAY BELL, Taurus has re- ceived a reading award. He enjoys football, bas- ketball, and baseball. He plans to have his own business one day. He feels that the best word that describes him is great . GINA BOOKER, a Pisces, plans to pursue a medical career. She is secretary of both the Student Council and senior class. Gina en- joys partying, reading, sewing, shrimp, fried rice, 7up, and English. The words that describe her are, weird and classy . ROY BRANNON, a Virgo plans to become a photo journalist, and someday a newspaper publishing company and camera stu- dio owner. He is presi- dent of the band, a mem- ber of BSU, and Joe Tilly. He describes himself as being debonaier . KAREN BRESHERS, alias Casey, enjoys skating, dancing, singing, and watching football. Her fa- vorite TV show is Dallas and her favorite food is steak. Her future plans are to marry a lawyer with lots of money. She describes herself as sweet . LORANA BROWN, an Aries, was on the Honor Roll. She is a member of the BSU, business, sci- ence, and book club. She enjoys bowling, cooking, skating, and having fun. She plans to attend col- lege and major in busi- ness. She feels that the best word to describe her is ineffable . MARVIN BRIDGEWATER, a Virgo plans to play col- lege football. He's a mem- ber of the Principals Hon- or Roll, BSU, and the M club. His favorites are piz- za, history, Monday Night Football and meeting girls. He enjoys swimming and says the best words to de- scribe him are crazy and cool . VELINDA BROWN, a Gemini, plans to attend Bayside Actress School in New York and pursue a modeling and acting ca- reer. She enjoys dancing, modeling, reading, travel- ing, meeting new people, and simply having fun. She describes herself as comprehensive . She enjoys English. Seniors 65 FRANKLIN BRUCE, Gemi- ni, is a member of the chess club, Joe Tilly, Stu- dent Council, and Jack and Jill of America. He en- joys listening to music and going out of town. He de- scribes himself as plac- id . He was sergeant at arms of the band and sen- ior class vice-president. JOHN BUSH, was born under the sign of Libra. He likes biology and ham- burgers. His hobbies in- clude chess, fishing, and ladies. He was vice-presi- dent of the chess club and plans to attend OU. John describes himself as cool . He would like to be remembered as some- one. ANGELA CANNON, born under the sign of Leo, is a member of the Princial's Honor Roll, JA, Xinos, BSU, HOSA, and the Drill Team. She enjoys tennis, bowling, skating, and ka- rate. She wants to be a respiratory therapist. The word that describes her is sweet . CARLA CAROLINA, an Aquarius, enjoys talking on the phone, meeting people, and listening to music. She was in the BSU, FHA, and the Drill Team. Friendly , is the best word that describes Garla. She would like everyone to know that she is a nice easy to get along with person. STEVE COHRAN, was a member of the BSU, Chess Club, Art Club and the Science Club. He plans to go to a Bible col- lege, and can describe himself as fun . He en- joys Saturday Night Live , skiing, motorcross racing, and traveling. His favorite subject is English. The seniors take in the advice of alumni. VENICE COVINGTON, nicknamed Venus, is a member of the FHA and considers herself trust- worthy. She enjoys talk- ing, shopping, cooking, and eating. Venice plans to someday become president of a large firm or company. Mork Mindy , English and ta- cos, are her favorites. TAMARA CRAFT, a Cap- ricorn, was a member of the Principal's Honor Roll, the Spanish Club, and the Saushe's. She enjoys swimming, reading, shrimp, and English. Her favorite color is pink. She plans to attend Berkley University. She says the word fun describes her best. ANTENTTE DAVIS, better known as Grandma , is an Aries. She enjoys data processing, Mexican Food and the movie Alien . Ann's hobbies are travel- ing, go-cart riding and meeting new faces. She is a member of the BSU, Book Club, and the FBLA. She describes herself as quiet . 66 Seniors Let's rap Six former Millwood graduates returned upon the counselor's re- quest for a rap session with the seniors. Senior Jackie Morgan (Creighton), Sophomore Barbara Hubinger (Kansas University), Phyllis Clark (Creighton), Dollv Turner (Howard) Darryl Robinson (OSU) and Sonya Ewing (Spelman), all freshmen revealed some of the true facts about college life. Since the environment of each college differed each presented various temptations from boredom to a party every hour. They all agreed that reading and writing were the killers of college. ANTIONETTE DAVIS, an Aires, describes herself as glamourous . She has won honors in business law and was a member of the BSU. She plans to go to a vocational school and major in computer sci- ence or data processing. Her hobbies are photog- raphy, sewing, reading. Tellings about his college experience is Darryl Robinson, of the class of 79 . MARILYN DEAN, a Sagit- tarius, describes herself as optimistic . Her hobbies are skating, swimming, sewing, traveling, and meeting people. She was a member of FHA. Her fa- vorite color is green and sociology is her favorite subject. She'll always re- member Millwood's strict rules. ANTHONY DICKENS, a Libra, describes himself as sweet . He plans to at- tend college and major in electronics. His hobbies are basketball and foot- ball. His favorite song is Move Your Boogie Body . His favorite color is blue. Anthony played varsity basketball. ZENA DOSS, a Pisces, re- ceived a speech award. She plans to be an airline stewardess. She enjoys swimming, horseback rid- ing, traveling, and meet- ing people. She says she will always remember the football team. Some of her favorites are baby blue and orange soda. LADONNA DOTSON, a Gemini, describes herself as nice and understand- ing . She received the reading award and was a member of the Book club. She plans to become a singer. She enjoys talking on the phone, dancing, singing and meeting peo- ple. TINA DILLAHUNTY, was a member of the FHA, BSU and JA. Tina describes herself as wonderful . She plans to become an airline stewardess. Her hobbies are skating, bas- ketball, track, bowling, and horseback riding. Her nickname is Lady Pum- kin and her zodiac sign is Virgo. Seniors 67 CHRIS DUNLAP, a Capri- corn, is a member of VICA, JA, and Joe Tilly, He was president of Ebony Elite Enterprises. His hob- bies are golf, autobody, and of course girls. Chris describes himself as de- termined , and is nick- named businessman. Chris is an outgoing young man. MARC FORD, an Aries, plans to go to college and study business administra- tion. Marcs hobbies are basketball and pingpong. He likes red, art, Differ- ent Strokes , punch and pork chops. Marc will al- ways remember Millwood for its nice people. KEITH GISSANDANER, a Virgo, was a member of the Chess and Science Club. He was sgt.-at-arms in the band. His hobbies were baseball, basketball and softball. He wants to be a CPA. His favorites are Saturday Night Live, , Knee Deep , pizza and accounting. JACKIE GRIGGS, a Taurus, has been on the Superin- tendant's Cabinet for five years. She was a semi-fina- list for the Nat'l Merit Scholarship. Her ambition is to become rich and famous for designing computers and other fun play things. She describes herself as inscrutable. RODNEY HARDING, a | Leo, described himself as lovable. Rod was a mem- ber of the BSU, varsity football team, and the Joe Tilly Organization. He was Little All City defensive player of the Year. His hobbies are basketball, swimming, and getting into trouble. ARVITA FARMER, a Pi- sces, is a member of BSU, FHA, the church choir, and the Principal's Honor Roll. She enjoys horse- back riding, swimming, volleyball and softball. She plans to go into commer- cializing and describes herself as Considerate. BRIAN FOSTER, Iceman, is a Scorpio. He has been a member of the Chess Club, the Spanish Club, Sportmans Club, BSU, and the Kappa Guide-Right (in which he was president), and the band (in which he was sgt.-at-arms). He says he will always remember the together band. TERESA GOMEZ, a Sagit- tarius, was a member of the French and Spanish Club. She likes biology, the color blue, and la- sagna. She plans to go into health services after col- lege. She feels that the best word that describes her is youthful. GLENN GUDE, a Pisces, is nickanamed Holly- wood. He has received an English I and Account- ing I Award. He's a mem- ber of BSU (Parliamentar- ian), a Joe Tilly, and the football team. Glenn plans to become a CPA. Extro- vert is the best word to describe him. ARCHIE HILL III, a Gemini, is nicknamed Hillbilly. He was a member of Student Council, BSU (vice-presi- dent), band, varsity foot- ball team, and Joe Tilly Organization. Archie de- scribes himself as Re- markable. His future plans are to attend More- house and major in law. 68 Seniors Not too enthused about the subject, these seniors decide to have a little fun. Too much “Say, Momma, I need some money for school. Money, money, money, girl don't you know money don't grow on trees. Most seniors thought their ju- nior year took a big bite out of their pockets- $15 dues, prom ex- penses, and class rings. Seniors, however, had $20 dues, prom ex- penses, announcements, keys, banquet, memories albums and pictures to help pay for. This took an even bigger bite. Times were when we all wished that money grew on trees. GENA HODGE, plans to attend OSU and major in journalism. She was a member of the Principal's Honor Roll, Nat'l Honor Society, Distinguished American Student, and Student Council (vice- president). She won awards in Spanish, social science, and journalism. GRETCHEN HUBINGER, a Sagittarius, has been a member of the Superin- tendant's Cabinet, Princi- pal's Honor Roll, band, and the Saushe's. She was vice-president of the 7th grade. She was a member of the science club and Secretary of the Nat'l Honor Society. CLARENCE HOLLINS, alias Dump, plans to own a business someday. He was a member of the BSU, band, Honor Roll, baseball and basketball team. His favorite subject is English. His favorite color is blue. SHERRI HURST, a Pisces, describes herself as qui- et . She plans to go to college and become a gy- necologist. She has won awards in law and justice. She is a member of the French Club. Sherri thinks that the people at Mill- wood are very friendly. EDWARD IRBY II, a Leo enjoys playing cards, hunting and boating. He was a member of the Prin- cipal's Honor Roll and BSU. He describes himself as nice His favorites are English blue, Barney Miller and Jew . He plans to attend a business school. DANIELLE JACKSON, a Scorpio, enjoys going to parties and having fun. She was head cheerleader and '79 Homecoming Queen. She was a mem- ber of the Principal's Hon- or Roll and received the cheerleader award. She was a Student Council rep. and BSU Treasurer. Seniors 69 Senior athlete Being a senior athlete was a very good experience. You received honors such as; All-State, All- Conference, All-District, All-City, All-Metro, and even the special scholarship offer. After three years of enrolling in sports, several players dropped the course be- cause they only received V2 a credit; but not enrolling did not stop the players from participat- ing in the athletic program. Many players did quite well in their re- quired school courses because the state law require players to have a grade point average of 1.8 or above. Senior athlete Freddie Moore awaits the start of the second quarter. WILLIAM JACKSON, a Cancer was a member of the Principal's Honor Roll and Student Council. He was in the BSU, Spanish club, and Business club. He was parliamentarian for the BSU. He enjoys tennis, swimming, and horseback riding. Bill feels that the best word for him is Perfection . WILLECIA JAMES, nick- named Willie, is a mem- ber of the Pep club, the FBLA and JA. Willecia plans to attend college and obtain a masters in business administration. She describes herself as different . Her favorite song is Pull My String and she enjoys cooking. ANTHONY JOHNSON, Aries, describes himself as Unknown. His favorites include math, the color blue, strawberry soda, hamburgers, basketball and football. He says he will always remember the excellent sports program Millwood had. Anthony is nicknamed Amp . CHERYL JOHNSON, alias Scooby , is a member of the Pep Club, FHA, BSU, Book club, and JA. She enjoys skating, go-cart riding, spending time with children and describes herself as Shy . Her fa- vorites are All My Chil- dren , chocolate milk, blue, Memory Lane, soul food. LAJEANA JOHNSON, a Cancer, was a member of BSU (president), FHA (vice-president). Science Club, 4 yr member of Drill Team (president), Ameri- can Distinguished High School Student, JA, and Girl Scouts. Lajeana's fa- vorite subject is men. She describes herself as joy- ful . TERRY JOHNSON, a Pi- sces, was a member of the Honor Roll, the M club, BSU, and the Yearbook staff. He served as sgt.-at- arms of the senior class and captain of the varsity football team. He is also a member of Joe Tilly. The best word to describe him is demanding. 70 Seniors BRYAN JONES, an Aries, enjoys swimming, horse- back riding, bike riding, partying, basketball, foot- ball, singing. He was a member of the BSU, the Bike Riders Club, the Book Club, and the foot- ball team. His outside ac- tivities include young la- dies. JESSE LANGSTON, a Vir- go, was a member of the Chess Club (president), football team (captain), Honor Roll and received the Little All City Tenor Award. Unforgettable describes him. He enjoys chess, football, baseball and singing. RONALD LEE, (Ronnie), enjoys speech and sing- ing. He likes The Jeffer- son, steak, and The Wiz. Ronald served as secretary of the Junior- High Science Club, vice- president of J.A. sales and manufacturing. He de- scribes himself as under- standing. VERNEVA JONES, a Can- cer and a 2 yr varsity cheerleader, was also a member of the BSU, FHA, Principal's Honor Roll, and Drill Team. Verneva enjoys bowling swim- ming, arts and crafts, and office procedures. She is nicknamed Pilsbury . DONALD LEE, Aries, was a member of the Science Club BSU, band, football team and the Joe Tilly. He was parlimentarian of the senior class and of the Sci- ence Club and BSU. He plans to attend OSU and major in electrical engi- neering. He enjoys fish- ing, hunting, and court- ing. EDDIE LEWIS, a Libra, was a member of the Honor Roll, French Club, varsity basketball team, Chess Club, and the Student Council. He was BSU trea- surer and won the 1st place in the Oklahoma Journal Spelling Bee. In- triguing describes him. His favorite color is red. GREGORY LEWIS, alias Puff, enjoys girl watch- ing and remolding cars. He attended Foster-Estes Vo-Tech. He likes ham- burgers and pizza. He feels the best word to de- scribe him is ice. LARRY LEWIS, a Gemini, received a Media Center Award and enjoys basket- ball football, tennis and golf. He plans to attend a welding school. He likes the color blue, and feels the best word to describe himself is Cool. AARON LIVERPOOL, is a Libra. He likes seafood, playing basketball, the color red, and he also at- tended Vo-tech. Liva was a member of the Honor Roll. The best word that describes him is peaceful . He wants oth- ers to know that he is not as crazy as he seems. He wants to go into business for himself. SHERRIE LUSK, a Libra, was a member of the Drill Team, BSU and M-Club. She held the positions of Co-Captain of the Drill Team and Activites Direc- tor of the BSU. She was also a Student Council re- presentative. She plans to attend college and major in business. Seniors 71 KEITH LUGRAND, a Scor- pio, received the Out- standing Math Award and was in the Word Club. He enjoys disco parties and cruising around. He plans to major in music at CSU. He feels that the word to describe him is Outstand- ing. He likes math, the NFL, and Fish. JAMES MOSLEY, an Aries, was track captain, Varsity trackster, and plans to someday be a draftsman. He feels the best word to describe him is Star . He enjoys running, lifting weights, rootbeer, and steak. He likes the color blue. FREDDIE MOORE, a Cap- ricorn, plays varsity bas- ketball and golf. He plans to attend college and study law or engineering. Top Cat describes himself as hopeful and feels he can get along with any- one. He likes biology, la- sagna and orange juice. MARCHITA MASTERS, a Sagittarius, was on the Honor Roll, Superinten- dent's Cabinent and the Nat'l Honor Society. She was president of the Sci- ence Club for two years. She plans to attend How- ard University. She feels that the best word to de- scribe her is colorful. ERIC MURRELL, a Libra, was a member of the Na- tional Honor Society and the Society of Distin- guished High School Stu- dents. He won 1st place at the OU Engineering Day. He was a member of the band. He plans to design software computers. GREGORY MORGAN, better known as profes- sor, received All-Confer- ence and All District foot- ball honors. He was chess club president and senior class parlimentarian. He was on the Honor Roll, Nat'l Honor Society, Su- perintendent's Cabinet and plans to become a military officer. LISA McMULLEN, a Cap- ricorn, was president of the band and secretary of the sophomore class. She has been on the Honor Roll and has received track and basketball awards. Lisa was also the 1978-79 football queen. She was a member of the M Club, FHA, and the French Club. KAREN McKINLEY, a Cap- ricorn, has hobbies such as reading, sewing, pho- tography, journalism, lis- tening to music, and trav- eling. She describes her- self as Happy and wants everyone to know that she plans to live life to its fullest. Her goal is to be successful. VICTORIA OSBORN, a Li- bra, was a member of the BSU, FHA, Drill Team, and the Pep Club. She is cap- tain of the softball team. She plans to go into the Air Force. She feels that the best word to describe her is nice. BOYCE McMULLEN, a Li- bra, enjoys cooking, play- ing pool, and ping-pong. He has received an award in track. He feels that the best word to describe him 72 Seniors ALESIA OVERALL, an Aquarius was a member of the BSU, FHA, and the Spanish Club. She plans to major in Business Admin- istration. She likes read- ing, English, hot links and having fun. She feels the best word to describe her is understanding. CARMEN PARKER, a Sag- ittarius, was president of the senior class, secretary, treasurer for the Spanish Club. She served as Stu- dent Council reporter. Her hobbies are listening to jazz music, going to ex- clusive restaurants and being mellow. ELBERT PAYNE, a Leo, de- scribes himself as sweet He is nicknamed Sweet Payne . His Hobbies in- clude horseback riding and football. He was a member of the football team, the basketball team and the French club. He plans to attend college. CARLETTA PEARSON, nicknamed Co-Co , de- scribes herself as unique . She plans to at- tend college and make a future for her family. She likes blue, beef tostadas, the Newlywed Game , and the song Love You . Her favorite subject is English. VELVET PERRY, an Aquar- ius, describes herself as sophisticated . Her hob- bies are swimming, tennis, tap and ballet dancing, and cheerleading. She served as secretary of Stu- dent Advisory and secre- tary of FBLA. She plans to attend Spelman College and major in biology. HARLIN PIERCE, nick- named Halloween, played varsity football. He enjoys fishing, girls, puzzles, and football. His favorites are accounting, Monday Night Football , coke, and J.D.s Revenge . Born un- der the sign of Virgo, Har- lin describes himself as lovable . Driving, 5 saves lives Driving over 5 mph in the school parking lot would be vio- lating regulation. Did you check out the parking lot? There was a space marked for student, buses, administration and emergency vehicles. The signs lessened confusion concerning where to park, even though it was clearly stated in the student hand- book. Stumps placed in areas to restrict student from parking there caused many students to become angry. You kinda' got the impression that they didn't enjoy running over the stumps and ruining their cars. Being a good guy by reparking cars on a rainy day is Archie Hill. LEFT Relaxing in the sunshine during Sr. High lunch period is Byron Brannon, Ken Crawford, Tony Roach, Joe Joe Cantley, Charles Boyles and Eric Johnson. Seniors 73 Early grad Hardwork, being ostracized, pressured, and concentration were all apart of being a mid-term junior. It took hard work and pa- tience to graduate a year earlier than you were suppose to. All the extra cirricular activities be- came extinct. Every minute counted. Being exempted from senior activities made you feel like an outcast. You were allowed to participate in all junior activities. You must go through several changes including a conference with a parent, guardian, a counse- lor, and a teacher at the beginning of and of each year starting as a sophomore. Junior and senior class dues had to be paid during the junior year. It was very expen- sive to adhere to procedures. Cheerleader Sherri Tucker is a good example of an early graduate. RANDALL POWELL, nick- named Turkey , is a Pi- sces. He received the American Legion Award, the Most Outstanding Musician, the English and the Principal's Honor Roll awards. He was a member of the Chess Club, Book Club, Science Club, W.S.U., Pep Club and the Yearbook staff. KAREN RHONE, a Sagit- tarius, was a member of the Principal's Honor Roll, BSU, and the Band (vice- pres.) She enjoys meeting people, going out, and talking to handsome men. She also likes English and the color blue. Cute is the best word to describe her. REBA POST, a Sagittarius, describes herself as hu- morous. She is nick- named Reabs . Her hob- bies are volleyball, swim- ming, shopping, basket- ball, and being with the one she loves. She is a member of the FHA, the Bicycle Club, the Drill Team and the BSU. DENISE RICHARDSON, (Niecy Dee), an Aries, has been a member of the Su- perintendent's Cabinet, the Principal's Honor Roll, the Pep Club, Student Council, FBLA and the Spanish Club. Her favor- ites are bike riding and people. She describes herself as ambitious. MARIA RICHARDSON, nicknamed Honey , is a Gemini. She has received awards in office proce- dures, accounting and driver's ed. She was a member of BSU, band. Science Club, and FBLA. She was a cheerleader and describes herself as in- credible. swimming trophies. HARVEY ROACH, nick- named Tony , is a Scor- pio. He was a member of the Student Council and BSU. He likes basketball, dancing, listening to mu- sic, building cars, and meeting beautiful wom- en. He took first place in a dance contest and has won some basketball and 74 Seniors JESSLYN ROBINSON, a Virgo, enjoys reading, cooking, working with people computers and being with people. Her nickname is Hipsey and she describes herself as “flexible.'' She was a member of the Book Club, BSU, and the Honor Roll. Her favorite subject is English. KARLA SANFORD, an Aquarius, was a member of the Spanish Club, Sci- ence Club, band and the Saushe Club. She has re- ceived an Outstanding High School Student Award and Honor Roll awards. She was vice- president of the Science Club and Spanish Club and in the Jack and Jill. MARCELLE SATTIE- WHITE, a Scorpio, was a member of Student Council, Honor Roll Nat'l Honor Society, Distin- guised Students, BSU (secretary), Drill Team (president and Treasurer) and French Club, Year- book Staff (Editor), Super- intendant's Cabinet, and Le Petit Chorale. DONALD SCRUGGS, a Taurus, was a member of the BSU, Book Club, and the Science Club. He wants to open a small business someday. He feels the best word to de- scribe him is smooth . He enjoys bowling, skat- ing, and tennis. His favor- ites are the color blue, and serving God. DONNIE SIMS, a Cancer, plans to enter carpentry. His hobbies are fishing, swimming, and hunting. He describes himself as clever and wants others to know that he doesn't play. His nickname is Tag. His favorite color is grey and his favorite book, the Bi- ble. LONNIE SMITH, a Sagit- tarius, was a member of the Science Club. He feels the best word to describe him is sweet . Some of his favorites are the color red, skating, ham, women, and bowling. MELVIN SMITH, a Leo, re- ceived a reading award. He enjoys basketball, la- dies, and bowling. He plans to go to the Air Force. He feels that the best word to describe him is Marvelous . He also received a science award. STEPHAN SMITH, was born under the sign of Cancer. He enjoys foot- ball and basketball. He plans to make a great fu- ture through his artistic abilities. SHARRALEN STEELE, a Sagittarius, plans to attend a dental college. Eating, playing basketball, run- ning track, dancing, and talking to her loved one are some of her hobbies. In 1979-80, she won Most Outstanding Guard. She uses the word mean to describe herself. Seniors 75 RANDY THOMPSON, a Gemini, was on the Princi- pals Honor Roll and a member of the Chess Club. Randy plans to be an electrical engineer. Some of his favorites are computers, steak, shrimp, wine, and the color blue. He's sometimes called Prince. LYNNE TURNER, a Libra, was head majorette and Homecoming Queen can- didate. Lynne enjoys ski- ing, swimming, and travel- ing. She was a participant in BSU, Spanish Club, FHA, and the Business Club. Lynne is sometimes called Pooh . RUDY VALENTINE, an Aquarius, was a member of the BSU. He plans to obtain a real estate lis- cense and receive a B.A. He feels that the best word that describes him is Sweet . He wants every- one to know that he is a very considerate person. SHEILA WALKER, a Sagit- tarius, enjoys dancing. She was a member of the BSU and the choir. She plans to become a social work- er, and feels that the best word to describe her is Terrific . She likes pizza, seafood and strawberry drink. Her favorite subject is English. SHEILA WATSON, a Sagit- tarius, has received a reading award. She was a member of the Pep Club, Book Club, FHA, Honor Roll, and BSU. She plans to go into data processing. She feels the best word to describe her is shy. CORNELL WILLIAMS, Pi- sces, has won numerous art contest and was a member of the Principal's Honor Roll. His hobbies are football, basketball, running, and art. He de- scribes himself as sweet and plans to attend KU or OU. Advanced The Honors English Class was primarily devised for advanced students. It was a prepatory Eng- lish course for college. The in- structors were Mrs. Sandra Ef- finger and Ms. Nannette Sanders. The Students were supposed to have read several literary works that they would have read in col- lege. When the English depart- ment decided to have this class they decided to have the Senior's Honors Class first hour and the Ju- nior's Honor Class second hour. Its purpose was to allow those stu- dents who did just enough to get by a challenge. Rather amused by the subject is Mrs. Sandra Effingers fourth hour class. 76 Seniors DARNELL WILLIAMS, a Pisces, adores electronics. He finds football, band, and dating young ladies interesting hobbies. He plans to attend OSU and plans to graduate with honors. DOUGLAS WILLIAMS, alias Sir Star , is a Scor- pio. He was photo editor of the yearbook, a mem- ber of the football team, Chess Club, BSU, and Sci- ence Club. He was a member of the Band. He plans to become a pho- tographer. He says that the best word to describe him is Fantastic. MICHEAL WILLIS, alias Disco Willis, is an Aquar- ius. He was a member of the Black Student Union and has won some awards in track. Former boyscout, Micheal enjoys lifting weights, reading, writing, dreaming, and talking. Micheal describes himself as moody. Honors English III class stumps several juniors. FRANK WILSON, a Capri- corn, was a member of the Letterman's Club, Honor Roll, Superintendant's Cabinet, Nat'l Honor So- ciety, and Distinguished American Students. He played varsity basketball for two years. He won the Outstanding Speech Award . Home Economics is more than cooking and sewing. Seniors 77 Michael Adams Anthony Andrews Ronnie Berry Jerry Bowie Charles Boyles Byron Brannon Elicia Brannon Trudy Breshers Charles Burton Vernoil Cantley Joy Carroll Byron Clark Marcus Cochran Anita Cooksey Alphonso Cooper Donna Cooper Andrea Coulter Sherad Cravens William Crawford Toylar Crawford Deanna Davenport Karyn Davis Danny Dean Micheal Dean Ronald Douglas Tracey Edwards LaShun Ellis Leslie Filson Charlesetta Greene Andrea Griffin Brian Griggs Sherita Henderson Dejon Hill Gregory Hollier Valencia Hollins 78 Juniors David James Darwin Johnson Eric Johnson Myron Jones Keith Long David Love Walter Martin Alison McCary Diane McKinley Deborah Montgomery Class of '81 was full of fun Early anticipating the great ex- perience of becoming a Junior, many were in for an unexpected surprise, English III for example. Nothing came cheap. Gas wages increased, class rings were expen- sive and even the school lunches went up. Imagine what a hassle it was trying to afford a decent prom. Coordinating the prom was hard enough in itself but obtain- ing approval for fund raising ac- tivities was even harder. Collect- ing class dues was just about as difficult as going through the year without receiving a TABOO from Ms. Sanders. But new cars, prom night and the Junior Senior bas- ketball game made it all worth while. I wonder who all the boys are looking at! lunior Class Officers: Treasurer Ken Crawford, President Carla Williams, Secretary Hey! What ya looking at Johnny Reed? Gwenda Roberts, Parlimentarian Elicia Brannon, Vice-President Leslie Filson, and Parlia- mentarian Craig Sherrill (NOT SHOWN) Juniors 79 Dianna Montgomery Horace Moore Sharrel Moore Tina Moore LaVerne Myers Tracey Patmon Sandra Patterson LaTonya Pettis Mark Pitts Joel Porter Sonya Porter Darrel Provo Johnnie Reed Jennifer Rex Gwenda Roberts Robin Roberts Brian Robinson Donte Rollins Kimberly Rupert Robert Russell Jaymie Sanford Janine Smith Robert Smith Rahmana Steward Yvette Sulcer Angela Thomas Myra Todd Della Ward Jerome Washington Weldon Washington Carla Williams Micheal Williams Michele Williams Tamala Wilson Dara Richardson 80 luniors Ten down Here I am with only two years left to go. I can remember back to when I was called a little peeps- queek because I was in the junior high. I envied those who could drive to school everyday instead of riding the yellow hound. The only thing that bothers me is do- two to go ing all of the hard work that the juniors and seniors are still trying to master. A word of advice we shall pass down is to sit back and relax before you know it you will have advanced to the eleventh grade. Seeming to be in a daze is Deborah Mor gan. Terry Alexander Carla Anderson Terrye Bawcum Sharon Bennett Louis Bell Andre Blair John Bowen Andrea Breshers Denise Brooks Chris Brown Donald Burns Yvonne Cantley Thomas Carroll Jerome Carter Russell Coats Sophomore Officers are SEATED President Anita Nero, STANDING Parlimentarian Marvelus Sattie- You're not suppose to write in white. Treasurer Jimmy Overall, Reporter Anthony Williams, Secretary Tony Wilson and Parlimen- the book Darryl Hawthorne, tarian Charles Ingram. Sophomores 81 Movin' dues Up and down, up and down went the prices of the sophomore class dues. Prices rose and then dropped. Everyone seemed to be confussed about just how much to pay. Can you believe that the prices rose from a mere five dol- lars a semester to a high of ten dollars a semester. There's no tell- ing how high the dues shall rise for the class of “82 ! Gina Cooper Robert Cooper Tina Cotton Eddie Daniels Alicia Dean Phillip Dorsey Arnold Doss Corkey Edwards Steven Figaro Willie Flowers Eric Ford Marcus Ford Micheal Foster Brain Frazier Earnest Golson Todd Grant Patrice Green Tiva Green Davina Hall Marvin Hawkins Darryl Hawthorne LaDonna Hayes Deborah Henderson Debra Henderson Tonia Hill 82 Sophomores Tonya Hines Kim Hodge Vanessa Huntley Cedric James Craig Jones Robert Jones Sharon Kindle Aleshia Lewis Kathy Martin Bonnie Maxey Anthony McMullen Andre Mickey Kameron Mitchell Deborah Morgan Alan Murrell Anita Nero Michelle Noakes Jimmy Overall Gilbert Owens Johnny Pierce David Ramsey Hosea Robinson Terri Rockwell Robbie Royal Marvelus Sattiewhite Karen Silas Sterling Slaughter Bernard Smith Della Soney Rodney Sprowl Sherry Stephens Anthony Tipton Kim Todd Valarie Veitch Eudell Walker Sophomores 83 Felicia Walter Gwen Walter Antony Williams John Willis Anthony Wilson Charles Woods Geri Young Fumiko Johnson Fresh Hot What were the ingredients that made a successful Freshman? First one knew he was successful once he received an increase in his lunch money. The second step was to find three or four good buddies who owned a car ... with gas. This allowed them the priviledge of finally dining out for lunch. The finale, which was in actuality the very beginning, was selecting the right teachers; not the easy ones but the best. Freshman Class Officers: Secretary David Samilton, Vice President Toni Evans, President Denise Gilliam, Treasurer George Abies. George Abies Deitra Abram Reggie Anderson Cedrick Baker Darren Brannon Rodney Brooks Ronnie Broussard Latricia Clark Kristi Coats Pinkie Crittenden Donna Denson Bryan Dickens Eyvon Edwards Toni Evans Johnny Farmer Gerald Flowers Rene Frazier 84 Freshmen Twila Ford Lynn Franklin LaDonna Freeman Tim Giddings Denise Gilliam Kellie Greene Juanita Griffin Hugh Grayson Tony Hadley Dominic Hammond Paula Hardeman Sharon Harwell Michael Harris Karen Houston David Hunt Sharon Harwell Charles Ingram Monique James Angelia Jones Tilden Jones Valerie Jones Alicia Johnson Terry Knighten Phillip Lambeth Sheila Laskey Rhonda Lawson Debra Lee Dexter Lee Greg Lee Stacie Lewis Ladonna Loudermilk Scottie Love Vickie Massey Barry McCary Jessica McClelland Jovansia McLeod Robin Moore Eugene Osborne Tolanda Owens Ruana Parks Lisa People Bridgette Pickett Freshmen 85 Willie Post Tracy Postan Debbie Powell John Ramsey Janetta Roark Ken Robinson David Samiltan Royce Scobey Lonnie Sims Terri Shores Joyce Smiley DeAnne Smith Ivonia Smith Vera Soney Shannon Statum Denorvas Stevens Lisa Sulcer Lee Tipton Teddy Walker Mark Williams Monte Williamson Lawrence Woods Charolette Wyatt 86 Freshmen The new boss Well now you are the boss of Jr. High lunch period, all the 7th graders wished they could be just like those bigger kids. But what the 7th graders didn't know was that the 8th graders wished to be like those cool 9th graders. What goes around comes around. Be- ing an 8th grader hasn't changed much they are still required to take English, math, science, social studies and physical education. Their electives were band, art, Spanish, reading, junior high mixed chorus, career education and shop. Just think one more year and you II be on your way out Eighth grade officers are Treasure Valorie Parker, President Vince Moore, Vice-President to LUNCH . Karen Moore, and Secretary Crystal Ramsey. Darren Allen Sonia Allen Bud Anderson Reggie Anderson Maurice Anglin Patrick Baker Lania Booker Cassandra Brown Kim Brown Theresa Carter Marc Clewis Cristi Collins Bridgette Conner Tracey Cooper Shante Coulter Daryle Denson Bridgette Easlick Charlette Eaton Tanya Ford Ocie Fowler Tori Franklin Mickey Greene Jay Harding Kaqueese Hayes Eighth Grade 87 Lester Henderson Monique Hill Monique Hornbeak Joulene Hoy Martha Hubinger Kirsten Humphery Raymond Huntley Lisa Hutson Michelle Jenkins Kelly Jet Andrea Johnson Patricia Jones Lisa Kerney Michele Kuykendall Tammy Laurence Kevin Lee Steven Lugrand Romalda Mack Angela Massey Jessica McClelland Philip McKneely Tia McMullen Michale Millings Vince Moore Anne Murray Ruth Murray Tony Nero Kay Osborn Lynette Osborn Terry Osborn Valarie Parker Landy Payne Randy Payne Felicia Perry Shannon Perry Crystal Ramsey Shalonda Ramsey Robert Rex Henry Robinson John Rolfe Damon Russell Rick Ruiz 88 Eighth Grade Lynn Rutledge Steven Samuels Marcus Sanders Drew Simms Sean Smith )ay Staubin John Statum Carol Thomas Nerissa Threatt Joy Thurston Roshone Walter Derrick Wells Randy Westbrook Darryl Williams LaTonya Williams Lynn Williams Maurena Williams Seventh grade officers are Treasure Micheal Wilson, Vice-President Tracy Corsey, Presi- dent Eric Dorsey, Secretary Sonya Perry, and Parliamentarian Andre' Williams. Looking up Here I sit all alone in a world that is my own. Being in the sev- enth grade made me proud. Yes, I'm a seventh grader OH WOW !!! What went down was my shame, what went up was my fame. Looking back on this year I can see how we must have ap- peared. We were real small, you know, not so tall. We were real sweet and sometimes neat there wasn't any way that we could be beat. Melvin Andrews Tamra Allen Sharonda Ausdie Marvin Brannon Dewayne Bridgewater Rashaun Brooks Seventh Grade 89 Rondine Bruner Juquita Buckner Patrick Cannon Mary Cooksey Robin Coursey Tracey Coursey Jennell Davis Chris Dixon Eric Dorsey Terra Durham Jerome Factory Lisa Fowler LaCritia Franklin Kurt Gates Leslie Gilliam Kimberly Glover Regina Hashley Lajuana Hayes Monty Hedgepeth Adrian Hill Andrea Holman Rhonda Hutson Adrienne Jackson Letecia Jackson Renee Jackson Alex Johnson Kenneth Johnson Elbert Jones Landers Jones Travis Jones Randy Kelley Lisa Knighten Darryl Lavalis Teresa Lawrence Karen Lawson Angelia Lehman Debbie Lewis Tabitha Lewis Paulette LuGrand Craig McCandless Rodney McDaniel Eric McNese 90 Seventh Grade Latoshia Meadows Kim Miles Charles Moses Sherry Nero Kevin O'Guinn Nckai Pace Sterling Pace Garland Parks Sonya Perry Brian Rhone Andrew Roberts Richard Roberts Stacey Roberts Gwendolyn Robinson Tim Rockwell Crystal Rosemod Jane Selvosky Kim Sims Alicia Smith Leslie Smith Marisha Steward Cynthia Sweet David Todd Dionne Washington Shilonda Webb Andre Williams Andrew Williams Robert Williams Michael Wilson Lisa Wofford New Super The newly appointed sup tendant, Dr. Donald M. Ed. has progressed tremendously the administrative ladder. He wa. band director and assistant princi- pal at Northeast High School for 3 years. In 1973 Dr. Edwards took the position as our principal. Two years afterwards he was appointed assistant superintendant. Dr. Ed- wards accepted the position with the hopes of a positive school year, knowing that a superinten- dant's job is never done. Dedication calls for overtime Words like, dedicated, consci- entious, overworked, and under- paid were the terms that de- scribed the 37 plus that made up the faculty. Many of the instruc- tors not only taught but had extra- curricular activities that called for overtime. Almost half the instruc- tors were coaches of some sport. Besides teaching business English and typing, one instructor was sponsor of the cheerleaders. Not to mention the many hours Eng- lish teachers put in for coaching activities and yearbook. And what about the math instructor who chauffeured approximately 100 students back and forth to school everday. And possibly last but cer- tainly not the least were the dedi- cated science, math, and other departmental instructors who re- alized that teacher's hours wer- en't bankers hours. Sally Carruthers Kathy Cox Pam Cummings Grada Eaves Sandra Effinger Varryl Franklin Maurice Giles Carol Jones Patricia Killian Jerry Logan In a fall Oklahoma writting project session members of the faculty dress to fit a character in their play. Ron Lowrey James McGuire Gloria Miller James Noel Richard Odendahl Marquis Pitts Curby Radford Leodis Robinson Nannette Sanders Edgar Scott David Snow Ron Stolboch Lonnie Thomas Connie Wilson Faculty 93 Mary Butts Donald Edwards Daisy Franklin Marge Humphries Barbara Hunteman Earlene Jackson Leona Porter Harvey Roach Debbie Rock Raythene Rock Jimmy Scales Wanda Stevens Imo Watson Edna Wells Melva Wells 94 Administration Ms. Venable, Ms. Taylor, Ms. Wells, Ms. Millican (cafeteria superintent), Ms. Bryan, Ms. Hunter, Ms. Choate. We need them Ham and beans w rolls, pizza and spinach w milk, and spaghetti and cabbage w chocolate cake were but a few of the many exotic dishes our cafeteria had to offer. Over the past year the price went from 50 t to 60 t to eat lunch in the cafeteria yes, inflation had hit ev- erywhere. Janitors, So what! who needs them? Some students did not know how important our janitori- al staff was. They didn't seem to realize who picked up all the trash they threw on the floors. Without the janitors our school would have been pretty dirty. The jani- tors not only picked up trash but also drive buses and fixed little odds and ends around the school. So let's hear it one time for our janitorial staff ... Good JOB! Oh Lord, my meat loaf is burning , seem to be the idea illustrated by Ms. Choate. Left Taking a breather while the students clear the halls are Michael Harrison and Leo Mucker. 95 Observe the Curve Basketball, baseball, football, track, and golf along with homecoming floats, queens and of course high spirits were the elements that composed the athletic calender for the year 1979-80. On Fridays everybody was dressed in blue and white; and during the pep assemblies the teams paraded in, dressed in their blue and white baseball hard hats and jerseys. All the while the six very loud and spirited cheerleaders lead cheers. Whether the results of the sporting events was a victory or a loss, the students and faculty still endured pride and self-esteem. We all knew how hard it was to be a perfectionist but watching the falcons perform made it all worthwhile because they did represent perfection. The year-in-sports was hard and long but for the men and women involved, it held a great amount of pride and victory. The girls' basketball team show their togeth- erness as a team, and in dress. Horace Moore (8), it's not candy, that's i mouthpiece. LEFT Homecoming Queen Can didate Gretchen Hubinger is led to center field by linebacker Rodney Marding (86). Netting up for two is Anthony Andrews (12) A decade of coaching Working at his tenth year as head coach, Mr. Leodis Robinson had definitely taken the football program through many successful years. A native ot Wichita, Kansas, Mr. Robinson coached football as a student at Langston University for two years. He did some coaching in Fairbanks, Alaska where he was stationed in the army. He had seen his teams take six district championships and one first runner-up. After having gone to the State Playoffs seven times he and his teams have brought two state runner-up titles home; one in 1974-75 and the other in 1975-76. Craig Sherrill (42), goes for the touchdown, while Jesse Langston (50) blocks. 98 Get up, Craig Sherrill, (42) it's a touchdown. BELOW Demonstration his running abilities is Terry Johnson (44). LEFT Spectators watch curiously as Millwood and Perry go at it. Coach Leodis Robinson. Falcons taking pride in helping their quar terback Horace Moore(8) are Doug Wi- liams(66) and Stephan Smith(37) Showing their evil blocking skills are Darwin lohnson (65) and Rodney Harding (86) Second time in 2A playoffs Football Us 9-2 Them 33 Star Spencer 8 6 Northeast 0 19 Seminole 15 20 Southeast 10 21 Douglass 8 14 Kingfisher 21 27 Cushing 0 27 McGuiness 0 27 Blackwell 0 21 Perry 8 Playoff 6 Clinton 7 Remembering last year's record of 11-2, and Semi-Finals competi- tion seven starters returned. Their first opponents were the Star Spencer Bobcats. Millwood took the ball and drove it for a touch- down on a 28 sweep by Craig Sherrill. Later in the game Craig Sherrill scored on the same play again, achieving their first victory for the Falcons 33-8. Next the Falcons took on Northeast with a tough Falcon de- fense, it was a hard hitting ball game but the Falcons came out on top with the winning score of 6-0. Taking on the Seminole Chief- tains, the Falcons drove for a touchdown on a 31 dive by Terry Johnson. Seminole was trying to come back, as Terry Johnson in- tercepted a pass and went for a 90 yard touchdown which was nulli- fied by a clipping penalty. The Fal- cons came out with a close victory of 19-15. Touchdowns made by both Terry Johnson and Craig Sherrill brought about a victory over the Southeast Spartans. Douglas Millwood, commonly referred to as the Soul Bowl , was another victory for the Fal- cons. Their first district game was Kingfisher. With many mistakes Millwood recieved its first defeat as Kingfisher dominated the Fal- cons 21-14. The Falcons then played Cush- ing taking an easy victory 27-0. They then hosted the McGuin- ness Irish for Homecoming. The Falcons came away with a easy vic- tory 27-0. After the unstoppable Falcons had a hard week of prac- tice, the Falcons entertained Blackwell taking command and coming home with a winning game. The last regular season game was against the Perry Mar- roons, which was assuredly a spot in the playoffs. The Falcons ended the regular season with a 9-1 re- cord, and went on their way to the playoffs, for the seventh straight year. Millwood entered the first playoff game against number one, Clinton Red Torna- does, it took a while for the Fal- cons to score but a beautiful pass by Horace Moore to Glen Gude gave the falcons an 6-0 lead, the extra attempt point was missed by Terry Johnson, Falcons keeping the lead 6-0 af halftime, the Clin- ton Tornadoes came back with a plunging drive to tie up the score 6-6, the extra point attempt was good, giving Clinton a 7-6 victory over the Mighty Falcons. too After a beautiful catch, Paul Clewis (82) being brought down by a Star Spencer defender. Thinking and talking about what has to be done is Doug Williams (66) and Larry Carter (71). r Showing the skillful power of the offense is Horace Moore (8) Larry Carter (71) Terry johnson (44) Craig Sherrill (42), Jesse Langston (50) and Elbert Payne (70). BELOW Running with style for the mighty Falcons is Glenn Gude (89. What goes up must fall down, discovers Terry Johnson (44) after being tackled by Perry's defense. 101 One in a million Upon entering M.H.S. on the exciting day of October 26, 1979 you were totally exhilerated with the beautiful decor of the walls and the halls. The appearance of many students surprised you; they wore suits and ties, dresses and colorful corsages. Homecoming day has always been a day of excitement and jumpy nerves, not only for the 1979-80 Homecoming queen Danielle Jackson and her escort Donald Lee, but for the other can- didates and their escorts. Sheila Watson escorted by Frank Wilson, Lynn Turner escorted by Greg Morgan, and Karen McKinley es- corted by Eric Murrell. The queens court consisted of 7th grade queen Debbie Lewis escort- ed by Eric Dorsey, 8th grade queen Krystal Ramsey escorted by Vince Moore, 9th grade Denise Gilliam escorted by David Samil- ton, 10th grade Valerie Vetch was escorted by Hosea Robinson and the 11th grade queen Fumiko Johnson escorted by Leslie Filson. During the coronation even the little crown bearers Clarisa Frank- lin and Leonardo Freeman were a little more at ease than their es- cort Franklin Bruce, who was ea- ger to kiss the queen. The evening festivities brought all kinds of happiness. It was head- ed by the evening parade. There were floats and shiny cars, cheer- ful crowds and happy queens. Later the traditions continued with the crowning of the football queen, Velvet Perry, who was es- corted by Darwin Johnson. Jesse Langston escorted the crown bearers and saluted the 1979-80 football queen, while queen can- didates and their escorts: Charle- setta Green and Terry Johnson, Grethen Hubinger and Rodney Harding watched with smiles of congratulations. This years homecoming was one of the best, its tradition won't and can't be forgotten. Frank Wilson escorts Homecoming queen candidate Shelia Watson. Seventh grade queen Debbie Lewis is escorted by Eric Dorsey. 10’ Walking with tension is Homecoming queen candidate Karen McKinley and her escort Eric Murrell. Homecoming Queen Danielle Jackson is saluted by Franklin Bruce. Cheerfully, Franklin Bruce escorts crown bearer Leonardo Freeman and flower girl Clarissa Franklin. Waving at the crowd is the 1979-80 Homecoming Queen, Danielle Jackson. Entering the field at half-time is, the 1979-80 Football Queen, Velvet Perry, escorted by team capt. Darwin Johnson. Not oftly was the court surprised at the announcement of Homecoming Queen but, Daneille Jackson was over- whelmed at the announcement that she was the 1979-80 Homecoming Queen. W7 103 6'3 Senior Rodney Harding 6'2: Junior Paul Clewis 6T' Senior Eddie Lewis TOP ROW: Eddie Daniels, Steve Figaro, Anthony Dickens, Rodney Harding, Paul Clewis, Anthony Andrews, Micheal Williams, Eddie Lewis, Weldon Washington BOTTOM ROW: Manager David lames, Darrly Provo, Antwone Slaughter, manager Cedrick Baker n dungrees During the Xmas vacation many students were busily running- wild enjoying the break catching up on all the soaps sleeping til 11a.m., skiing in Colorado, party- ing nightly and paying $3.50 to $4.00 to see the latest flics but such was not the case for the tal- ented twelve. Those daring young men in their blue and white dun- grees were busy dribbling, block- ing and dunking that poor little innocent round thing called a bas- ketball. The Falcons have journey to state five years and four out of those five years they have brought back that golden ball with the white nets: The season started on a dismal note with the defeat at the hands of the Classen Comets. 59-74. De- feat fell on them again with Southeast 53-62. Finally the Fal- cons discovered to win they would have to score more points than their opponents so they did, with the Capital Hill Redskins, 72- 68 with Anthony Dickens hitting 19 points. The week of the McGuinness Tournament was upsetting. The Falcons first played the Douglass Trogans, winning 58-56. Anthony Dickens high scored with 17 points. Thursday the tournament began. The Falcons won against Varsity basketball US 10-5 Them 59 Classen 76 53 Southeast 62 72 Capital Hill 68 58 Douglass 56 51 Star Spencer 61 74 Northeast 68 63 Capital Hill 61 79 Booker T. 80 68 Southeast 62 77 Star Spencer 58 62 Douglass 51 53 McGuinness 52 53 Classen 52 63 McGuinness 73 79 Northeast 53 105 c Bringing the ball down to set it up for two was Freddie Moore. BELOW Freshman, David Samilton, warms up with the big boys. Head Coach, Varryl Franklin gives one of his famous pep talks during a pep assembly. 106 Putnam City 74-65. Friday was a hectic day for the players. They played in the tournament, losing to Edmond, 53-74. They had to leave at halftime to play Star Spen- cer while the junior varsity fin- ished the game. The Falcons were later upset by the Bobcats, 51-61. The Falcons however placed 3rd in the McGuinness Tournament. Homecoming had an extra flair with the FAN-JAM-TASTIC shot of Freddie Topcat Moore from half court, just before the buzzer rang. The Falcons defeated the McGuinness Irish. The bigee was the game against the Northeast Vikings and the Fal- cons put it off by beating them 74- 68 with Eddie Lewis hitting a high of 21 points. They came back to defeat the Capital Hill Redskins, 63-61. But defeat was back on hand, with a loss to Booker T. Washington, 79- 80. They bounced back by defeat- ing the Southeast Spartant, 68-62, the high scorer Rodney Harding with 22 points. A beautiful performance by Paul Clewis was made during the Star Spencer game when he hit 24 points. The Falcons won by a score of 71-68. In the rematch with Doulgass the Falcons demol- ished the Trojans 62-51. The Fal- con cut the Clasesn Comets down to size in the home game, 53-52. There was a drop against the McGuinness Irish, 63-73. The second victory over the Northeast Vikings, 79-53, made the Falcons tri-winners of the Capital Conference title along with Classen and Southeast; the first for the Falcons. Going up and over the opponents is Mi- cheal Willimas. BELOW Going in and up on the Northeast Vikings was Paul Clewis. Guarded Eddie Lewis goes to work on a Star Spencer Bobcat. 107 Chasing the ball is Lanette McMullen 20 and Donna Cooper 30 Sharon Kindle shoots a jump shot while Andrea Coulter and Sheryl Steele set up for the rebound as Mrs. Spears watches. We see the boys basketball team needed a little help from Sharon Kindle. Charlesetta Greene shoots for the stars while Sherri Tucker looks on. Shooting for it all, Donna Cooper 30 shoots a one and one. Intimidating skillful play There was excitement in the air, but it was tainted with doubt. The questions were, Can they win state? Can they become state 2A basketball champions? Strug- gling teams whose members learned to face disappointment were the girl's basketball team. An inexperienced squad competed with the top state teams com- posed of athletes who had had years more training. The girls bas- ketball team was composed of freshmen, sophomores, juniors, and one senior. A team that stays together, plays together; an overlooked fact about the girls basketball team. Skillful play has given these young ladies great credit. With these players and much skill and deter- mination, Coach Amelia Spears didn't have to worry so much. The main ingredients that kept this girls basketball team playing to- gether is the composure and the dedicated coaches. It was even the fans that gave these young la- dies a helping hand. They had a season record of_________________. 43 Classen 24 30 McGuinness 50 42 Southeast 30 56 Capitol Hill 27 35 Northeast 57 47 Capitol Hill 27 37 Star Spencer 24 41 Douglass 44 38 Douglass 42 25 Classen 28 43 McGuinness 51 It's a bird, It's a plane, what is it? says Donna Cooper 30 and Allison McCary The winner is ... Half-time finally came around. The score was 34 to 29 with Mill- wood in the lead. The lights were dimmed and Ronnie Lee began to play the keyboard. The first Queen candidate to enter was Myra Todd, a junior, elequantly adored in a lovely burgandy gown. Escorted by the handsome guard, Freddie Moore. Next ar- raying in a mystifying deep pink gown was Arvita Farmer, a senior. Arvita was escorted by the debon- iar Eddie Lee Lewis, better known as Eddie Lew, a senior guard. The crown barriers were Clorisa Franklin, daughter of Mrs. Daisy Franklin (counselor) and Leonardo Freeman, son of Mrs. Pam Free- man (math teacher). They were escorted in by Anthony Dickins a senior guard. Anticipation and mystery filled the gym. Once all were in place Mrs. Amelia Spears, atheletic di- rector and mistress of ceremony for the evening announced, the winner is ... Myra Todd . As the thunderous applause of the audi- ence echoed throughout the gym, Ronnie Lee concluded the festivities with a species tribute singing You Are So Beautiful . After the crowning of basketball Queen, Myra Todd and Anthony Dickens await the ending of the dedication song. LEFT The crown barrier and flower girl seem to be amused in other ways besides the homecoming events. Candidates and escorts await to leave the court during half-time. no Grabbing one of many rebounds is Freddie Moore. LEFT Being escorted by Eddie Lewis is Arvita Farmer. Show em' who's boss The Junior Varsity Basketball Team did an outstanding job. We depended on these young men to take the title of State Champion- ship like the past teams. They showed what team work is all about. The Falcons top scoring man, Steven Figaro led them to many victories. Unlike many city area J.V. teams Millwood had only Sophomore players on it's J.V. boy's team coached by Mr. Curby Radford. The J.V. girls were led on by Deborah Henderson and Yvonne Cantley. With stenuous practice and instruction from Coach Jere- miah Ollison the Falcon girls have had a fine season. This is a promising group of boys, with a State-Championship in their future , says Coach De- bose of his seventh and eighth grade boys. Their record was very impressive especially after win- ning two 1st place trophies from area tournaments. Falcons on theGo with David Samilton leading. Junior Varsity: TOP - Bernard Smith, Anthony McMullen, Jerome Carter, Eddie Daniels, Amazed at the free throw line is Yvonne Steven Figaro, Louis Bell, Chris Brown, David James. Bottom - Robbie Royal, Tony Cantley. Williams, Sterling Slaughter, David Samilton, Cedrick Baker. 112 J • ■ Seventh grade basketball players are: Tamara Allen, Jaquita Buckner, Gwen Robinson, Sherry Nero, Leslie Gilliam, LaCritia Franklin, Andrea Holman, Simone Driggins. BOTTOM ROW: Sholonda Webb, Lisa Wofford, Tabitha Lewis, Teresa Lawrence, Tracey Coursey, Adrien Jackson, Robbie Coursey. Eighth grade basketball players are: Angela Massey, Monique Hornbeak, Joy Thurston, Theresa Carter, Tia McMullen, Andrea Johnson, Kim Brown, Kelly Jet, Michele Millings, Lynn Rutledge. BOTTOM ROW Darla Walker, Romalda Mack, Bridgette Con- nors, Shannon Perry, Krystal Ramsey, Shante Coulter. Ninth grade basketball players are:Toni Evans(manager), Desnie Gilliam, Lisa Peoples, Donna Denson, Debra Lee, Valerie Jones, Latricia Clark, Bridgette Pickett, Stacey Lewis, Janetta Roark, Alecia Johnson, Coach Ollison. Seventh grade basketball players are: Eric Dorsey, Andre Williams, Rodney McDaniels, Elbert Jones, Derrick Ware, Terry Smith MID- DLE ROW Johnie Loudermilk, Garland Parks, Adrian Hill, Landers Jones, Chris Dixon, Kurt Gates, Timothy Rockwell, Dewayne Bridgewater, Travis Jones, Kevin O'quinn. BOTTOM ROW Eric McNeese, Marvin Brannon, Richie Roberts, Warren Jones, Melvin Andrews, Patrick Cannon, Jerome Factory, Brian Rhone. Eighth grade basketball players are: Darren Allen, Mark Clewis, Sean Smith, Marcus Sanders, Tony Nero, Steven Samuels, Felton Hall. BOTTOM ROW Drew Simms(manager), Darryle Denson, Vince Moore, Maurice Anglin, John Rolfe, Randy Paynefman- ager). J i-----------------------r f Ninth grade basketball players are: Deanarvus Stevenson, David Samilton, Romel Roberts, Tony Hadley, Kevin English, Barry McCary. BOTTOM ROW Darren Brannon, Lee Tipton, Greg Lee, Dominique Hammond, Tim Givings, Coach Radford. 113 The track members are FIRST ROW Vedell Underwood, Todd Grant, Marc Williams, Jimmy Overall, Donnie Lee, SECOND ROW Dante Rollins, David Ramsey, Glen Gude, David Love, Danny Sprowl, Darren Brannon, Daryl Hawthorne TOP ROW Ronnie Berry, Hosea Robinson, Albert Smith, Lawerence Washinton, Anthony Tipton, Douglas Williams. 114 The Two-Mile relay team are Daryl Hawthorne, David Love, Donnie Lee, Douglas Williams. The Baseball team are TOP, George Able, Craig Jones, Larry Carter, Steve Figaro, Terry Alexander, Robbie Royal, Mr. C. Radford BOTTOM Anthony Andrews, Horace Moore, Jerome Carter, Eric Johnson, Jesse Langston, Mike Williams, Cedric Baker. Running, batting, swinging The track team got off to a very good start in the winter relays. The team as a whole took fifth place in the tournament, out of 60 other state teams. As for individ- ual efforts, Donte Rollins took second place in the long jump. Ronnie Berry set a new school re- cord in the high jump. Ronnie broke the old record which was 5 feet and 10 inches, by jumping 6 feet. Douglas Williams set a school record also. He set a record for the mile. As a group the team set two more new school records. David Ramsey, Douglas Williams, Donald Lee and Darryl Hawthorne set a 2-mile record. A record for the 8 lap relay was set by Donte Rollins, David Ramsey, Rodney Sprowl and Lawrence Washing- ton. The team worked hard every day and met the standard of last years team and were expected to be better in the future. The baseball team was headed by a new coach, Curby Radford. He said he was looking forward to a good season with this team. Out of 14 total players from last years team, 12 are returning lettermen. The team received new practice equipment and the field was change. The team was scheduled to play 23 games, the first in March. One could swing the whole day away when having fun at the course. The golfers placed second in the Capital Conference and fifth in the State Regionals. The future is looking hopeful for the golf team. ns Finishing third in the 2-mile relay is Doug- las Williams. 116 Golf players are the up to par Donald Burns, Archie Hill, Freddie Moore, Marvin Hawkins, and Tony Williams. Come on Gym class, put some pep into the scene. 230 batting, dribbling, kicking kids Upon graduating you must have completed one year of physical education. In that year you are ex- pected to perform such sports as; volleyball, basketball, bowling, softball, and flag football, played by both boys and girls, there are approximately 230 batting, drib- bling, and kicking students that enter the gym every day under the direction of three coaches; A. Spears, S. DuBois, and C. Radford. Doing warm-ups outside for a change is, the Morning P.E. class. Wet your whistle Mr. Radford. 117 Observe the Curve . During the summer most students, whether they lived in the neighborhood or not, congregated on the corner of 53rd. They talked, joked around, enjoyed the pleasure of each other's company, and just had fun. New homes were added to the community, they did not make a drastic change in the number of students that attended Millwood. On Fridays, most teenagers went to the U , which was a skating rink on the N.W. side of town. The band members held an appreciation dinner and roast at Lincoln Plaza for band director Edgar J. Scott. He was given a money tree on behalf of the band students and a plaque on behalf of the Band Booster Club. The Band Booster Club also raffled off a side of beef. The Athletic Booster Club sold, Blue Bold Sausage , and the proceeds went to the Athletic Booster Club. Millwood and its community suffered a great loss with the passing of Mr. Delmas Jackson Jr., the play by play announcer and spotter for the Falcon football team. Lajeana Kaye Johnson, a senior and member of the yearbook staff, BSU (pres.), and Drill Team (capt); Patri- cia (Moore) Wooten, a graduating senior from the i of 1978. Walking along side of Principal Jimmy Scales is, Teresa Gomez, the foreign ex- change student from Columbia. CommunityCommunityCommun V • % 119 1 Commendations Are Extended To The Willwood Yearbook Staff And Sponsor For Another Outstanding Publication Dr. Donald M. Edwards Superintendent Of School dOani 2 i AJTlofna. In Memory Of Lajeana K. Johnson CD? From H.T. 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Congraluations Staff Nannette Sanders - Adviser Karen Rhone - Calendar Editor and Photographer Douglass Williams - Photo Editer Lajeana Johnson - Business Manager Gena Hodge - Copy Editor Andrea Breshers - Writer Karen McKinley - Writer Valarie Ballard - Writer Jennifer Rex - Writer Carla Williams - EWriter Sherrie Tucker - Writer Tony Roach - Writer Terry Johnson - Writer Donna Cooper - Writer Sherad Cravens - Writer Diane McKinley - Writer Thanks, Marcelle (Editor) Index A Abies, George 47, 84, 115 Abram, Deitra 84 Adams, Micheal 41, 78 Alexander, Terry 81, 115 Allen, Darren 8 . 113 Allen, Soma 87 Allen, Tamar 45, 89, 113 Anderson, Bud 87 Anderson, Carla 81 Anderson, Reggie 56. 84, 87 Andrews, Anthony 78, 97, 104, 105, 107, 111, 115 Andrews, Melvin 62, 89. 113 Anglin, Maurice 87, 113 Auu ie, Deborah 45, 55, 56, 59, 64 Ausbie. Sharonda 58. 89 Ausbie, Vanessa 55, 56. 59. 64 B Baker, Cedric 84, 104, 112, 115 Baker, Denise 64, 76 Baker, Patrick 87 Ballard. Valarie 61, 64 Barham, Alice (Special Ed) 92 Bawcum, Terrye 44, 81 Bell. Louis 46. 81. 112 Bell. Ray 65 Bennett, Sharon 81 Berry, Alberta 26 Berry, Ronnie 78 Blair. Andre 81 Booker. Gina 44, 65, 68 Booker, Lania 87 Bowen. John 81 Bowie, Jerry 78 Boyles, Charles 73, 77. 78 Braham, Alice 40. 92 Brannon, Byron 4, 73, 78 Brannon, Elicia 54, 77, 78 Brannon, Darren 84, 113, 114 Brannon, Marvin 89. 113 Brannon, Roy 8, 56, 57, 65 Brannon. Steve 56 Breshers, Andrea 44. 48. 56, 61 Breshers, Karen 41, 65 Breshers, Trudy 78 Bridgewater, Dewayne 62, 89, 113 Bridgewater, Marvin 65 Brooks, Denise 48 Brooks. Rashun 58, 89 Brooks, Rodney 84 Broussard, Ronnie 84 Brown, Cassandra 87 Brown, Chris 48. 112 Brown, Kim 87, 113 Brown, Lorana 65 Brown, Velinda 65, 77 Bruce, Franklin 47, 64, 66, 103 Bruner. Rondine 58. 90 Buckner, Juqaita 90. 113 Burns, Donald 81. 114, 116 Burton. Charles 2. 57, 78 Bush. John 47. 66 Butts, Mary L. (Special Projects) 94 C Cain. Dana (English) 92 Cannon, Angela 66, 76 Cannon, Patrick 34. 58, 90. 113 Cantley. Vernoil 56, 73, 78 Cant ley. Yvonne 46, 56. 78, 112 Carolina, Garla 11, 66. 77, Carroll, Joy 78 Carroll, Thomas 81 Carruthers, Sally (Accounting) 92 Carter, Jerome 81. 112, 115 Carter. Larry 101, 115 Carter. Theresa 87, 113 Clark, Byron 78 Clark, Latricia 56, 84, 113 Clewis, Mark 87. 113, Clewis, Paul 101, 104, 105. 107 Coats, Kristi 16 Coats, Russell 81. 82 Cochran, Marcus 18 Cohran, Steve 66 Collins. Christi 56. 58, 87 Connors, Bridgette 87, 113 Cooksey, Anita 78 Cooksey, Mary 90 Cooper, Alphonso 78 Cooper. Brian 46. 47 Cooper, Donna 6, 78, 108, 109 Cooper, Gina 82 Cooper, Robert 82 Cooper, Tracey 58, 87 Cotton, Tina 82, 109 Coulter, Andrea 78, 108, 126 Coursey, Tracey 89. 90, 113 Covington, Venice 66, 76, 77 Cox, Kathy (English) 63, 92 Craft, Tamara 66 Cravens, Sherad 45, 49, 61, 78 Crawford, William 46, 73 Crawford, Toylar 48, 78. 126 Crittenden, Pinkie 48. 92 Cummings, Pam (Home Economics) 48, 92 D Daniels, Eddie 82. 104, 112 Davenport, Deanna 78 Davis, Anienette 66 Davis, Antionette 67 Davis, Jennell 90 Davis, Joe 39, 63, 127 Davis, Kayrn 49, 78 Dean, Alicia 82 Dean, Danny 78 Dean, Marilyn 67 Dena, Micheal 78 Denson, Darrlye 87, 113 Denson, Donna 11, 48, 52, 84, 86, 113 Dickens, Bryan 84 Dickens, Anthony 63, 67, 104. 110 Dillahunty, Tina 67 Dixon, Cnris 58, 90, 113 Dorsey, Eric 62, 89, 90, 102, 113 Dorsey, Phillip 82 Doss. Arnold 82 Doss, Zena 67, 127 Dotson, LaDonna 67 Douglas, Ronald 47. 78 Driggins, Simone 113 Dunlap. Chris 68 Durham, Terra 90 E Easlick, Bridgette 87 Eaton, Charlotte 87 Eaves, Grada (English) 92 Edwards, Corkey 82 Edwards, Donald (Superintendant) 91, 94 Edwards, Eyvon 55, 56, 84 Edwards, Charlene 44 Edwards, Tracey 78 Effinger, Sandra (English) 37, 60, 61, 62, 76, 92 Ellis, Lashun 78. 126 English, Kevin 113 Evans, Toni 44, 56, 84, 113 F Factory, Charlene (Ass't. Principal) 94 Factory, Jerome 80, 90, 113 Farmer, Arvita 68, 110, 111 Farmer. Johnnie 84 Figaro. Joyce 20 Figaro, Steven 82, 104, 112, 115 Filson, Leslie 78 Flowers, Gerald 84 Flowers, Willie 82 Ford, Eric 82 Ford, Marc 68 Ford, Marcus 56, 82 Ford, Tanya 87 Ford, Twila 85 Foster, Brian 56, 57, 68 Foster, Micheal 82 Fowler, Lisa 90 Fowler, Ocie 87 Franklin, Daisy (Counselor) 94, 67 Franklin, LaCritia 90, 110, 113 Franklin, Lynn 85, 56 Franklin, Tori 87 Franklin, Varryl (Social Studies) 92, 98, 106 Frazier, Brian , 82 Frazier, Reggie 11 Frazier, Renee 84 Freeman, LaDonna 85 Freeman, Leonardo 110 G Gates. Curtis 62, 90, 113 Giddings, Tim 85 Giles, Maurice (Foreign Language) 92 Filliam, Denise 44. 48, 55, 84, 85. 113 Gilliam, Leslie 45, 56, 90, 113 Gissandaner, Keith 30, 47, 56, 57. 68 Givings, Tim 113 Glover, Kimberly 90 Colson, Earnest 82 Gomez, Teresa 68 Grant, Todd 46, 47, 82. 114 Grayson, Hugh 85 Green, Patrice 56, 82 Green, Tiva 56, 82 Greene. Charlesetta 49, 78. 108 Greene. Kellie 85 Greene, Mickey 57 Griffin, Andrea 46, 78 Griffin, Juanita 85 Griggs, Brian 78 Griggs, Jackie 26. 44, 68 Gude, Glenn 37, 68, 110, 114 H Hadley, Tony 85, 113 Hall. Davina 48. 82 Hall, Fulton 113 Hardeman, Paula 48, 85, 117 Harding, Jay 8S Harding, Rodney 68, 97, 104, 150 Harmon, Vincent 44, 46, 66 Harris, Michael 85 Harris, Greg 37, 69 Hashley, Regina 90 Hammond, Dominc 85, 113 Hawkins. Marvin 82. 114, 116 Hawthorne, Anthony 37, 41, 69 Hawthorne, Darryl 47, 56, 82, 114 Hayes, Kaqueese 87 Hayes. Lajuana 2, 90 Hedgepeth, Monty 90 Henderson, Deborah 82 Henderson, Debra 10, 54, 56. 82 Henderson, Lester 88 Henderson, Sherita 69, 78 Hill, Adrian 62, 90, 113 Hill, Archie 27, 66, 68. 73, 114, 116, 127 Hill, Dejon 69, 78, 126 Hill. Monique 58, 88 Hill, Toma 48, 82 Hines. Tonya 55. 56. 82 Hodge, Gena 42. 44, 61, 69 Hodge, Kim 53, 82, 83 Hollier, Gregory 69, 78 Hollins, Clarence 40, 69, 77 Holman, Andrea 90, 113 Hornbeak, Monique 39, 88, 113 Houston. Karen 48. 55, 56, 85 Hoy, Joulene 88 Hubinger, Gretchen 40, 69, 97 Hubincer, Martha 58, 88 Humphrey, Kirsten 58, 88 Hunt, David 85 Humphries, Marge (Printer) 94 Hunteman, Barbara (Librarian) 94 Huntley, Raymond 88 Huntley, Vanessa 83 Hutson, Rhonda 90 Hurst, Sherrie 69 I Ingram, Charles 2, 83 Irby, Edward 66, 69 J Jackson. Danielle 37, 53, 69, 76, 103 Jackson, Earlene (In-House) 94 Jackson, Letecia 90 Jackson, Renee 90 Jackson, William 70 James, Cedric 83 James, David 79, 104 James. Monique 48. 85 James. Willecia 49, 70 Jenkins, Michelle 2, 88 Jet. Kelly 88. 113 Johnson, Alex 90 Johnson, Alecia 52. 83, 113 Johnson, Andrea 58. 88 Johnson, Anthony 67, 70 Johnson, Cheryl 36. 70 Johnson, Darwin 79, 103, 126 Johnson. Erie 11. 73. 77, 79, 115 Johnson, Fumiko 49, 84 Johnson, Kenneth 90 Johnson, Lajeana 10, 18, 55, 56, 60, 70 Johnson, Terry 37, 61, 70, 99. 101, 127 Jones, Angelia 48, 56, 85 Jones, Bryan 55. 71 Jones, Carol (Science) 35, 92 Jones, Craig 83, 115 Jones, Elbert 90, 113 Jones, Keith 79 Jones, Landers 62, 90, 113 Jones. Patricia 62, 90 Jones, Robert 83 Jones, Tilden 85 Jones, Travis 57, 58, 90, 113 Jones, Valerie 5, 85, 86 Jones, Verneva 53, 71 Jones, Warren 62, 113 K Kelly, Randy 90 Kerney. Lisa 88 Killian, Patricia (Social Studies) 92 Kindle, Sharon 54, 56. 83, 108, 109 Kmghten, Lisa 58. 90 Knighten. Terry 85 Kuykendall, Michele 88 L Langston, Jesse 37, 47, 98, 71, 101, 115 Lambeth, Phillip 85 Laskey, Sheila 85 Lawrence, Tammy 58, 88 Lavalis, Darryl 90 Lawrence, Teresa 58, 90, 113 Lawson, Karen 85 Lawsin, Rhonda 85 lee, Debra 85, 86, 113 Lee, Dexter 85 Lee, Donald 27, 36, 59, 63, 71. 103, 114 Lee, Greg 85, 115 Lee, Kevin 58, 85 Lee. Ronald 56, 76, 71 Lehman, Angelia 90 Lewis, Aleshia 4. 46, 55. 56, 83 Lewis, Eddie 63, 66, 71, 104. 110, 111 Lewis, Debbie 90. 102 Lewis, Gregory 71, 127 Lewis, Larry 71 lewis, Stacey 11, 52, 85. 113 Lewis, Tabitna 45, 90, 113 Liverpool, Aaron 71, 127 Logan, Jerry (Industrial Arts) 30, 39, 92 Long, Keith 79 Love, David 37, 79, 113, 114 Love, Scottie 85 Loudermilk, LaDonna 45, 85, 113 Lowrey, Ron (English) 33, 82, 93 Loudermilk. Johnny 55, 58 Lugrand, Keith 41, 72 lugrand, Paulette 90 Lugrand, Steven 88 Lusk. Sherrie 8. 55, 56, 71 M Mack, Romalda 88, 52, 56, 113 Martin, Kathy 56. 83 Martin, Walter 36, 79 Massey, Angela 52, 88, 113 Massey, Vicki 85 Masters. Marchita 6, 36, 46, 72 Maxey, Bonnie 56, 83 McCandless, Craig 58, 90 McCary, Alison 79, 109 McCary, Barry 85, 113 McClelland, Jessica 52, 88 McDaniels. Rodney 90, 113 McGuire, James (Science) 46, 93 McKinley, Diane 79 McKinley, Karen 18, 61, 72, 102 McKneely, Phillip 52, 88 McLeod, Jovansia 44. 56, 85 McMullen, Anthony 83, 112 McMullen, Boyce 72 McMullen, Lanette 108 McMullen, Lisa 53, 72, 108 McMullen, Tia 11, 52, 88, 113 McNeese, Eric 90, 113 Meadows, Latoshia 91 Mickey. Andre 47, 83 Miles, Kim 2, 91 Miller, Gloria (Math) 35, 93 Millings, Michelle 58. 88, 113 Mitchell, Cameron 47, 83 Moore, Freddie 63, 69, 70, 72, 106, 110, 111, 114, Moore, Horace 11, 46, 77, 88, 97, 101, 115, 127 Moore. Karen 58. 87. 127 Moore, Robin 85 Moore, Sharrel 45, 59, 80 Moore, Tina 80, 127 Moore, Vince 88, 97, 113 Montgomery, Deborah 79 Montgomery, Dianna 11, 80 Morgan, Deborah 49, 83 Morgan. Gregory 34, 47, 72, 103 Mosely, James 39, 72 Moses, Charles 91 Murray, Anne 88 Murray, Ruth 88 Murrell, Alan 83 Murrell, Eric 44, 47, 56, 72, 102 Myers, LaVerne 11, 77, 80 N Nero, Anita 44, 77, 83 Nero, Sherry 91, 113 Nero, Tony 88, 113 Noakes, Michelle 83 Noel, James (Science) 93 O Odendahl. Richard (Math) 93 Ollison, Jeramiah (P.E.) 113 O'quinn, Kevin 91, 113 Osborn, Eugene 85, 117 Osborn. Kay 88 Osborn, Terry 88 Osborn, Victoria 72 Overall, Alesia 73 Overall. Jimmy 83, 114 Owens, Gilbert 83 Owens, Tolanda 86 P Pace, Nickai 45, 91 Pace, Sterling 45. 9, 62, 91 Parker, Carmen 44, 64, 73 Parker. Valerie 87, 88 Parks, Garland 91, 113 Parks, Ruana 52, 85 Patmon, Tracey 80 Patterson, Sandra 80 Paulden, Ivy 48 Payne, Elbert 45, 73, 101 Payne, Landy 88 Payne, Randv 88, 113 Pearson, Carletta 73 People, Lisa 86, 113 Perry, Felicia 58, 88 Perry, Shannon 52, 88. 89. 113 Perry, Sonja 89, 91 Perry, Velvet 49. 53. 73, 103 Petties, Kila 45 Petties, LaToja 80 Pickett, Bridgette 86, 113 Pierce, Harlin 47, 69, 73 Peirce, Johnny 2, 83 Pitts. Mark 56, 57, 80 Pitts, Marquis (Music) 93 Porter, Joel 77, 80 Porter, Leona (secretary) 94 Porter, Sonya 49. 80 Postan, Tracy 48, 86 Post, Reba 74 Post, Willie 86 Powell, Debbie 48, 86 Powell. Randall 26, 45 44, 47, 59, 53. 74 Provo, Darryl 80. 104, 112 R Radford, Curby (Social Studies) 93, 113, 115, 117 Ramsey, Crystal 88, 87, 113 Ramsey, David 83, 47, 114 Ramsey, Shalonda 88 Ramsey, John 87 Reed, Johnnie 80 Rex. Jennifer 80 Rex, Robert 88 Rhone. Brian 55, 91, 113 Rhone, Karen 30, 56. 57, 61, 74 Richardson, Dara 80 Richardson, Denise 49, 74 Richardson, Maria 7, 52, 53, 74 Roach, Harvey (counselor) 94 Roach, Harvey Jr 61, 73, 74, 77 Roark, Janetta 86, 113 Roberts, Andrew 91 Roberts, Gwenda 56, 80 Roberts, Richard 91, 113 Roberts, Robin 80 Roberts, Romel 113 Roberts, Stacey 58, 91 Robinson, Brian 46, 80 Robinson, Gwendloyn 91, 113 Robinson, Henry 88 Robinson, Hosea 83. 114 Robinson, Jesslyn 32, 75 Robinson, Ken 86 Robinson, Leodis (Driver's Ed) 93. 100 127 Rock, Debbie (secretary) 94 Rock, Raythene (secretary) 94 Rockwell, Terri 83 Rockwell, Tim 91, 113 Rolfe, John 55. 57, 88, 113 Rollins, Donte 46, 47, 80, 114 Roper, Orville (math) 30 Rosemod, Crystal 91 Royal, Robbie 83, 115, 116 Ruiz, Rick 88 Rupert, Kimberly 46. 77, 80 Russell, Damon 88 Rutledge, Lynn 89, 113 S Samilton, David 84, 86, 106, 112, 113 Samuels, Steven 55, 58, 89. 151 Sanders, Marcus 89, 113 Sanders, Nannette (English) 60, 61, 63. 93 Sanford, Jaymie 49, 80 Snaford. Karla 26, 42. 66, 75 Sattiewhite, Marcelle 44. 55, 56, 60, 61, 75, 127 Sattiewhite, Marvelus 7, 18, 83 Scales, Jimmy (principal) 63, 94, 119 Scobey, Royce 86 Scott, Edgar (Band) 56, 57, 93 Scruggs, Donald 32, 75 Selvosky, Jane 58, 91 Sherrill, Craig 59, 92, 99, 101 Shores, Terri 48, 86 Silas, Karen 83 Silas, Mark 37 Simms, Drew 89, 113 Sims, Donnie 77 Sims, Kim 91 Sims, Lonnie 86 Slaughter, Antwone 104 Slaughter, Eric Slaughter, Sterling 83, 112 Smiley. Joyce 86 Smith, Albert 114 Smith, Alicia 59, 91 Smith, Bernard 83, 112 Smith, DeAnne 86 Smith, Janine Smith, Leslie 45 Smith, Lonnie 75 Smith, Melvin 75 Smith, Robert 49, 80 Smith, Sean 80, 113 Smith, Stephen 41, 69, 75 Smith, Terry 113 Snell. Gloria 42. 55, 56, 75 Snow, David (Science) 27, 30, 93 Soney, Della 54, 56, 83 Soney, Vera 35, 56. 86 Spears, Amelia (P E ) 108 Sprowl, Danny 114 Statum, Shannon 48, 86 Staubin, Jay 89 Steele. Sharrelen 75, 108 Stull, Keith 36 Sweet, Cynthia 91 Stephens, Sheery 83 Stevens, Wanda (secretary) Stevenson, Denarvus 86, 113 Steward, Marisha 91 Steward, Rahmana 49, 80 Stolbach, Ron (Social Studies) 30, 93 Sulver, Lisa 48, 52, 53 Suker, Yvette 11, 45. 80 T Thomas, Angela 80 Thomas, Carol 45, 89 Thomas, Lonnie (Art) 93 Thompson, Randall 34, 47, 76 Threatt, Nerrisa 58, 89 Thurston, Joy 89, 113 Tipton, Anthony 83, 114 Tipton, Lee 86, 113 Todd. David 58, 91 Todd, Kim 83 Todd, Myra 27, 44. 80, 110 Tucker, Sherrie 48. 53, 61, 73, 74, 108 Turner, Lynne 54, 56, 76, 103 Tyler, Pierson (Social Studies) 33 U Underwood, Vedell 114 V Valentine, Rudy 70 Veitch, Valarie 46, 83 W Walker, Eudell 83 Walker, Dala 58. 113 Walker, Sheila 76 Walker, Teddy 86 Walter, Felicia 84 Walter, Gwen 84 Walter, Roshone 88 Ward. Della 80 Ware, Derrick 113 Washington, Dionne 45, 91 Washington, Jerome 34, 47, 80, 114 Washington, Lawrence 114 Washington, Weldon 80, 104 Watson, Imo 94 Watson, Shelia 76, 102 Webb. Sholanda 91. 113 Wells, Melva (Secretary) 94 Wells, Derrick 88 Westbrook, Randy 89 Williams, Andre 89. 91, 113 Williams, Andrew 58, 91 Williams, Anthony 46, 84, 112, 116 Williams, Carla 18, 61, 80 Williams, Cornell 5, 76 Williams, Darnell 46. 47, 66. 77 Williams, Darryl 89 Williams, Douglas 77. 101, 114, 115 Williams, Eric 126 Williams, LaTonva 89 Williams, Lynn 89 Williams, Mark 47, 86, 114 Williams, Maurena 58, 89 Williams, Micheal 80, 98. 104, 111, 115 Williams, Michelle 80, 89 Williams, Robert 91 Williamson, Monte 5, 86 Willis. John 84 Willis, Micheal 77 Wilson, Anthony 84 Wilson, Connie (Typing) 49, 63, 92, 93 Wilson. Frank 66, 77. 102. 126 Wilson, Tamala 80 Wilson, Valarie 37 Wofford, lisa 45, 91, 113 Woods, Charles 44, 56. 84 Woods, Lawrence 86 Wyatt. Charlotte, 48, 82, 86 Y Young, Geri 10. 54, 56 125 4 73 years of growing You have now witnessed the curve which began as a point 73 years ago. A few special events happened to rap up the year. One of which was the division of the elementary. The 4th, 5th, and 6th grade students relocated to the newly constructed intermediate building with Mr. Floyd Cottle (previously ass't elementary prin- cipal) as principal. Mr. Jack Jones held the position as primary prin- cipal. These changes provided permanent rooms for the teachers who, after the fire, traveled from room to room. The counselor's became more aware of the students needs. They mailed to the parents a monthly counselor's report and conducted monthly in-school seminars for juniors and seniors concerning SAT and ACT testing, career op- portunity and college scholar- ships. More improvements were made to the building. Welcome mats placed at entrances, carried the falcon emblem. A new score- board, in the gym, reveals team and player fouls, the quarters, and of course, the time and score. Mats, behind the goals, were an- other addition to the gym. Last but not least, was the visits with Vice-president Walter Mon- dale and United States Senator Micky Edwards. Several six grade students greeted Vice-president Mondale at the airport on one of his visit to Oklahoma. Senator Ed- wards, of Oklahoma, held a ques- tion-and-answer session with the high school students. The year had its upsets and weaknesses but we managed to pull through it all. The close-knit family atmosphere gave us the strength to continue-expanding, achieveing, working towards our goals and doing the best at every- thing. These students make conversation during halftime. In Journalism I Frank Wilson presents his The elementary students found a way to Godiva Campaign. occupy their time. 126 Standing around in the halls is a everyday thing for Eric Williams, Darwin Johnson, Dejon Hill, and Williams Crawford. Watching attentively to the video-tape machine is Mr. Edgar Scott, Andrea Breshers, Vera Soney, and Karen Rhone. Working on the final deadline is Terry Johnson and Marcelle Sattiewhite. There students take advantage of a hot day. Standing against the wall to get measured for cap gown is Joe Davis. BELOW On one of those cold winter right at a football game The fans cuddle up. After marching in the 89er's Parade Lajeana Johnson and Mar- Yearbook staff member, Lajeana Johnson assist Hansen's celle Sattiewhite decide to rest. on picture day. Dedication And better than thy stroke; why swell'st thou, then? One short sleep past, we wake eternal- ly and Death shall be no more; Death, thou shalt die. — Edgar Allen poe To die with pride and dignity is not really dying, its just a short sleep from which you someday awake. But one who lives in fear of death, like Death, he never awa- kens. Things that bring joy, happiness and beauty into the world may be destroyed from the earth but nev- er are they destroyed from our hearts and minds. —Lajeana K. 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