Morris Central High School - Morrisanian Yearbook (Morris, NY)

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MCS STUDENTS SING THE CONSTITUTION . .. This fall also marked the 200th anniversary of the signing of the US Constitution. Mrs. Herrick planned an assembly for kindergarten through sixth grades to celebrate that event. Each class sang a song or presented a patriotic reading. The kindergarten participated by singing “The ABC Song.” “It’s the only song they know well so early in the year,” laughed Mrs. Herrick. It was a gala event, full of red, white, and blue. The senior band also participated in the assembly. They played the national anthem and “An American Medley.” Mr. Ernst directed our senior high musicians. Holly Stafford stands in Rm. 208 next to the block wall put in place last year. The wall replaced one of Mr. Leahy’s window sections. Jasmine and Jennifer settle in for Lang. Lab in Ms. Steverson’s room. The sixth grade enjoys the “junior high feeling” one period per day, basking in the light of the new rooms. During the Constitution Assembly, Mrs. Herrick explains to the audience the importance of the 200 year old document. A giant flag and songs of our nation made the assembly a real winner with the students and staff at MCS. Opening

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SCHOOL IS BACK IN ESSION ... School opened later than usual this year because of a late Labor Day. Sep- tember ninth brought approximately 450 students back to MCS. Mr. Barden and Mr. Hess, at right, welcomed the seventh through twelfth graders with two separate assemblies in the auditorium. Nine through twelve met first thing in the morning; junior high met just after lunch. The new teachers were introduced, and a few new rules and regulations were discussed. We were off to a good start in this YEAR IN THE LIFE. NEW ROOMS FINALLY IN USE The site of the new room construction, before we began in October of 1986. The locker rooms are in the lower section of the picture. The new rooms are directly above them. In order to conserve heat while the mortar dried, huge sheets of plastic were hung over the scaffolding. Mr. Dave Andrews, the contractor, stayed on or ahead of schedule all year. Opening

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OCTOBER’S EVENTS OPEN HOUSE October is a time of year everyone can enjoy. The month is full of activities for the students and their parents. Parents look forward to the annual Open House where they can view the students’ work. The teachers and students work hard to present a pleasurable evening. Another event the students participate in is the Blood Mobile, sponsored by the Red Cross. Senior students volunteer their time to help register donors, package blood, and care for the donors. This year the Red Cross left with thirty-nine units, 109% of the class’ goal. October also gives everyone a chance to show their col- ors. The Honor Society and Boy Scouts sponsored the games at the Halloween Party. This let students and some parents dress as their favorite hero or monster. The party was full of games and prizes. The haunted house was a smashing success once again, and the Rotary appreciates this helpful addition. Another very important event is Homecoming Week which included several dress-up days, two pep rallies, a skit presented by the cheerleaders, and a bonfire. The Mustangs beat the Leopards at the game, and the dance was the usual excitement and fun. It’s easy to see just how busy October is, bringing parents, students, teachers, and the whole community together to have fun and learn about one another. Mr. Leahy and Mr. Stafford review students’ work at the 1987 Open House held on October 14. SENIORS EXCEED GOAL Blood Mobile volunteers: Front: K. Church. Back: L. Goodspeed, D. Bryden, K. Talbot, C. Pickens, H. Harris, A. Spaulding, M. Nye. Dawn Bryden prepares blood storage packages while Chris Pickens com- pletes the registration forms. October