Newkirk High School - Gold and Blue Yearbook (Newkirk, OK)

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H OM EW O R K As we all know, homework means lugging home books and notebooks in hopes that we find the time to prepare for tomorrow's tests and assignments. For many of us there are countless things we would rather do than homework; in light of this fact, sometimes we return to school never having opened the books we took home the night before. However, when we do get down to the serious business of studying, we discover many positive results such as straight A’s, the honor roll, a feeling of accomplishment, and most importantly, very happy parents. No matter what classes a student takes or in what organizations a student participates, there will prob- ably be some type of homework involved, because homework provides the knowledge we need to be suc- cessful students and build successful organizations. Homework isn’t the most enjoyable task, but when slav- ing over a difficult assignment, remember that teachers have homework too—someone has to grade all the homework assignments that have been made. Amy Kahle Not everyone spends his study hours pouring over textbooks and notes. For some students homework means taking home a musical instrument to prepare for c Kay Barclay a band contest. To athletes, homework means getting up early to lift weights or staying late to get in extra practice. Homework for members of the annual staff may be meeting a deadline. A cheerleader's homework assignment may be to learn a new cheer or pom pon routine. A livestock judging contest is homework for an FFA member. 12

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P • E • O • P • L • E The years of junior high and high school hold many good and bad times. There are also many decisions that have to be made throughout the years. There are many times when one may feel discour- aged. On these days, a person’s attitude may be one of apathy. This is when one is glad to have a special person to turn to. A parent, a teacher, or a good friend is great to talk to for inspiration. They always have a smile and are ready to help. Sometimes one may feel like giving up instead of finishing what he has started. The encouragement of one who cares is needed to turn these feelings around. Teenagers often experience pressure from other teens to be more like ‘'everyone, a part of the crowd. A person may also find himself doing things only to please others or to be accepted by others in- stead of doing these things for his own benefit. Soon this person will realize what is happening and become unhappy with himself or angry with others. A special friend steps in now to encourage the person and remind him that he is a unique person and should not try to be like others. Everyone should remember that his differ- ences from others is what makes him special. Parents and teachers always stress the importance of a good education. They encourage their children and students to behave in class, do their assignments, and study hard. One way they motivate young people to meet their responsibilities is to have a reward for suc- cess or punishment for lack of effort. There seems always to be someone who encourages another to set a goal and not give up until it is reached. This person gives the other a boost when he begins to slack off. There are many people who care what happens to others and want to help them through the rough times. They give the influence needed to make others the best they can be. They teach others responsibility by being responsible for them. They teach love by loving and leadership by leading. Kim Locke, Cindy Stuemky Billy McDonald, Coach Baker 11

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w • EAT- H • E • R There are numerous ways of predicting the weather, and everyone seems to have his or her own personal preference. Some of us listen to the five day forcast; others catch predictions on the radio, and some just play it by ear. The most predictable thing about Oklaho- ma weather is that it is unpredictable. So, as the old saying goes, “If you don’t like Oklahoma's weather, just wait a minute.” Alice Kahle Kim Locke, Jill Ford, Tracie Shrelfler Some of us hate to admit it, but whether we like it or not, weather affects the way feel and act. Often, a rainy day makes a person want to stay indoors. On the other hand, the first warm day of spring can give one the confidence to go out and conquer the world. Shorts and sandals are quickly traded in for sweaters and boots at the first sign of cold weather. What is the perfect weather? That depends on the situation. A cool, dry, fall evening is ideal for a football game. In contrast, the hot weather of mid-summer is perfect for an afternoon at the lake. It’s a well-known fact that Oklahoma weather is ever- changing, and ’85-’86 was no exception. Students wearing short sleeves one day found themselves in coats the next. In the fall of '85 Oklahomans found themselves faced with one rainy day after another. But despite all the wet weather, spring finally came. 13