North Mesquite High School - Trailblazer Yearbook (Mesquite, TX)

Text from Pages 1 - 336 of the 1985 volume:

— en = —= ay a ee eee a a ee — a ee 54 | ‘| Opening Student Life Organizations i : - Lf? io | TTT | of” ie N ME ee ee a Con ee SREaRASR eases eee eee eee ewe ee eae ee Oe Sle pp Da tp op pe td | ee | PRR ERE COBGRCBOGRP Cees ee ere hens 4 114 tee 210 268° ‘316 _ Academics People Sports Community Closing A Opening ut R ecognition™ — that was what we wanted our school to achieve. We were tired of being the neglected middle child. Traditional respect was given to the high school on the South side because it was established first. At the same time, the high school on the west side was the new arrival. We wanted them and everyone else to check us out because we have a lot to offer. We were the ones who had tremendous support during the football games. Home or away, we managed to have more fans on our side than ever before. We were will- ing to get soaked by the unexpected rains to see our team defeat its opponents by an average of twenty points. However, we, along with the others not attending our school, all cried together as we were stopped from reaching continued, page 4 | l 1 ig li 19 i] } I Band member, Andrea McFadden proves the flag corps has schoo! spirit at one of the early morning pep rallies. Students were forced to have pep rallies before school because of the reforms made by House Bill 72. Making cosmetic adjustments, Sherry Hanus does some last minute touch-ups on the school mascot, Spirit. The Art Club gave Spirit a whole new make-over this year. Opening 4 Opening the play-offs; not by points or penetra- tions, but by the outcome of a coin toss. Although we froze as the northern winds ripped through the massive crowds, the excitement we got by watching the halftime presentations warmed us up. But the attendance at the Friday night games was nothing compared to the school enrollment, With a record number of two thousand six hundred students, we had to get adjusted to the impenetrable mass of people in the one-way stairwells and the eight tediously long lines down in the lunchroom. Apparently, some newly- arrived people had checked us out and decided that we were the school to enter. Although the once problem of insuffi- cient number of parking spaces was solved by constructing an extra reserved parking area, i still took an extra fifteen to twenty minutes to exit the campus grounds — continued, page 6 ny TNR BEG E ENED 2 be bs 32+ ee ie eeu ore corns ataMerM eo 6 Opening depending on how many students social- ized at the lot, causing frequent jam-ups and stand-still traffic. The crowd problems slowly diminished, however, because we had a new obstacle we had to meet. Because of the new regulations regarding school academics, we were required to become more 'studious'' in able to secure our member- ships in our respected organizations and our participations in its activities. Worst of all, semester exams befell us, as they became required. We knew that because of the new school rules, we had to shape up when the administrators and teachers checked us out. We knew that the school year would be more challenging to everyone. This was the attitude we had when we began the school year. We knew that if we wanted everybody to check us out, we had to have a lot to offer. And judging from how we started, that ‘'recognition”’ would not be far away. SN Sadek =) et EE shapes A ns : ; , creed ee Saree sk as og eas ro es ex 3 fs iste ae BE rae ee ee — PERE: ay eee Tears awe ee As: Elizabeth Breed, April McLemore, Christy Edwards, Bobby Anderson, Kim Nottingham, Linda Gray, Kathy Niles, Grant Richardson, and James Echols display their award- winning door. These students won the door decorating contest sponsored by the cheerleaders during Mesquite Week. At the Wilmer-Hutchins pep rally, Jason Wright dances to “Thriller” by Michael Jackson with the Varsity cheerleaders. Opening 7 Check out our Student Life, There is more to us than research papers and i i ah Theorems. After a schoolday attending sweating practices, or taking class notes, or pecking on the computers, or a combination of all three, we reward ourselves with sporting events, musical productions, and parties -—- at school and at home. Many students work at local businesses to earn cash for cars, where gas costs $1.15 a gallon, clothes and good limes. Others took off to lakes and water- ing holes such as White Water or the city swimming pools. We believe that there is life after 3:30. ously tri ent Stephanis Powers indus ping assignim Pals Heidi Cook and Carrie Bruce niodel finishes her ty; their matching sweatshirts. Senior essa BIRR CEE ees: = What did you do that made Homecoming special? I got my boyfriend, at the time, to come fo the game and afterwards we went out to eat. The excitement of the game and wearing my mum made Homecoming special. — Connie Johnson Af ter Aa celebration in the fieldhouse | went up to the parking lot and celebrated with the rest of my friends. — Alan Warta After the game I had a date with this gorgeous guy. He took me “around” and then we went fo J. J. Muggs! — Robin Causey re. iy, ona Bf pe ee aD) Sel +b during lunch, a, Jennifer 10 Homecoming Band Sweetheart — Kayla Price; Stallion Batiallion Sweetheart -- Julie Brooks; Football Sweetheart — Belin- ing were sights that were and heard throughout the forridors on Friday, October 5. or those who wanted to tape linging bells. Liege a result of House Bill 72, ie pep rally could only be efore school, but spirit flowed through the halls nimals and flowers were ex- jnanged and passed out along h spirit bags filled with and cookies. ypirit flowed through ne as expressed by tcharee Roberts, ‘‘Every- ‘here you turn, every sound ou ear there is no doubt in a ‘s mind what this day ‘as. It was Homecoming, one f the most exciting days at rth ‘Ces Byeryene had Hirst-Aid classes were available | among friends. Stuffed the Stallion Spurn tis Homecom- ing was even better [ when we won.’ As the ex- citement filled the stands dur- in.giuit hel game against North Gar- land, fear filled the hearts of five nomi- nees for the title of Homecom- ing Queen. AS ex- Homecoming Queen, “I was so nervous. I was wishing that the an- nouncer would just hurry up and announce the queen so that it would be all Over with.’ Dee Dee, along with Amy Ash- more, Barrett Haberer, Tracey Way, and Nanny Stutts waited with a glow- ing feeling in hopes that her name would Along with the honor of Homecoming Queen there is also the honor of Band Sweetheart, Football Sweet- heart, and Stallion Battallion Sweetheart. As Kayla Price remarked, ‘‘Being Band Sweetheart was one of the most exciting things that has happened to me. I was very proud that the Big Blue chose me to represent them.” Along with the nominees for queen, the three sweethearts, Kayla Price, Band Sweetheart; Belinda Garza, Football Sweetheart, and Julie Brooks, Stallion Battallion Sweetheart. The day ended with a victory over North Garland, 40-19. pressed by aa Dee raid i be announced. SHident Lite Continues The Tradition Of The Rivalry “Mesquite Week renews the big rival, and it is filled with a lot of spirit,” is Larry Whitworth’s interpretation of what Mesquite Week means to North Mesquite. Every year the rivalry be- tween Mesquite and North Mesquite continues. The matter not only involves who wins the game, but also which schoo) has the most spirit. North Mesquite was the winner in all areas in 1985. There wasn’t any need to look at the scoreboard the night of the Mesquite vs. North Mesquite game because, judging by Mes- guite Week, North Mesquite was the clear winner. Fans made Mesquite Week the highlight of the football season by showing spirit every day of the week. The cheerleaders held their yearly contest to see which homeroom could show the most spirit, by ask- ing fourth period classes to decorate their doors. The en- tries were judged by faculty members and the winner was announced that Friday Ken Craft came to school as a Raid can proving that Stallions could kill Skeeters dead. 12 Mesquite Week at the Mesquite pep rally. The decoration winner for 1985 was Ms. Cathy Bradley’s fourth period Art II class. Not wanting to believe that the last pep rally of the season had finally arrived, seniors gathered in front of Spirit to sing the school alma mater for the last time. “Mesquite Week makes our students closer and we really have a lot of spirit,” says Luann Mullis, who is one of many who thought that Mesquite Week had this effect on North Mesquite. After the loss to Highland Park and the situation being as it was with limited pep rallies, there seems to be less spirit and morale was low. “Mesquite Week wasn’t as spirited this year because of all the pressures House Bill 72 has put on all students,” stated Ladonna Patterson. Yet Stallions pulled through with the spirit greatly displayed during Mesquite Week, and made it the most spirited week of the season. Pacesetters danced away to Laurie Bender and Shannon Jailhouse Rock. Beck cheered players on to the bleachers. uite Week by dressing in 50’s Seniors came together to sing the alma mater for the last time. The Speech Club had an outstanding door, proving that justice would be served, What effect did Mesquite Week have on the Mes- quite game? More students get involved and come to this game when, more than likely, they haven’t been to another game all season. — Pam Hiller It gets everyone ready for the game. — Kristy Sumner It is excellent motivation for students who do not participate in or attend interscholastic sporting events. — Craig S. Murphy Gets everybody excited about their school and everybody has fun. -— Lisa St. John Student Life 13 Jason Wright “thrills” Chris Hamilton, accompanied by the Varsity cheerleaders, at the Wilmer-Hutchins pep rally. Through Early Mornings And Hot Afternoons, The Pep Rallies Were The Spirit Behind The pep rallies for the 1984 football season were noticeably different from those in the past. For one, they were only twenty minutes long, whereas in previous years they were at least a half an hour. Also, as a result of House Bill 72, only four were allowed during school. They were for the Samuell, Berkner, Highland Park, and Mesquite games. The remaining ones were held in the morning in the gym, and one was even held outside by the fieldhouse at 5 pm the Thursday before the W. T. White game. Concer- ning the outdoor pep rally, Mrs. Muhl, cheerleader spon- sor, claimed, “With a better speaker system, it would have worked.” The morning pep rallies were something entirely dif- ferent. There were mixed feel- ings about them by the student body, the most com- mon one being that many The fight SONG is sounded loud and clear with help from French horn players Kerrylea Etter, Courtney Deal, Kathy Norfleet, and Kara McClendon. 14 Pep Rallies students do not get to school before 8:00 because of buses or late rides. The fact that no one could get fired up that early in the morning also played a major part in the ef- fectiveness of the rallies. Dar- “Spirit at pep rallies is just as important the as spirit at games” — Mike Collins rel Evens, Stallion Battalion member put it, “In the morn- ings everyone is still tired and can’t get into the groove of tenes a which makes it hard to get the spirit going so early in the morning.” Being involved in every pep rally, varsity cheerleader Christi Hart said, ““We could have made them a lot better with better participation and attendance from the student body.” Everyone seems to agree that pep rallies are an impor- tant factor in promoting school spirit, and that they also show the football team It All how much support they have from their loyal Stallion fans. Then why the change? The State Legislature said that the pep rallies take too much time out of the school day, sinc e classes have to be shortened by ten minutes to provide time for the rallies. Not all of the aspects of the new pep rally procedures were negative, however. The pep rally held outdoors pro- vided plenty of space for everyone, instead of being crowded together in the hot gym. The Pacesetters per- formed eight routines accom- — panied by the Big Blue Band. A group of over-zealous boys was even reprimanded after one rally for having too much spirit. And although atten- dance was low at the pep rallies, attendance at the games was at an all time high, with fans supporting th e team through heat, cold, driving winds, and pouring rain. Gist ing and Chris lly. Claudia Perez, “tough guys” harass ring a skit for the South = § oI Re) S 4 2 Lj a v = S 3 OQ Sean Peterson, ortray the e nerds. The bucket du Garland pep ra 1% t [ tant? impor es are li ink pep ral Do you th Ye , and berly Russell 1m football team — K ts, They promote school Me much t the studen everyone else all fired up about the game. ge af A t and S, ver spiri lies there would be the team to feel pep ral ‘s a way for t. It ° thout the ess spiri Wi I t. suppor da Muhl — Mrs. Lin ives the football team — Rolanda Guzman it g the game. n s, because more pep to wi Ye 15 Student Life Grammar lectures are given by Mrs. Bowdoin as a student takes notes. Mrs. Pegsy Bowdoin chooses a selection from Great Expectations for her English I classes. coment ria) diniete i ‘ Aver eg raqnarere aly 2 itd as: Besides reading assignments, Mrs. Bowdoin uses class discussion as a means of teaching. Peggy is seen giving help to a stu- dent with a confusing assignment. 16 Dedication Mrs. Peggy Bowdoin Proves To Be The Source of Spirit When attending school functions, there is a familiar face that can always be recognized among the crowds. That face belongs to a teacher who has consistent- ly provided strong support and school spirit for North Mesquite. It is her spirit and support that has earned Mrs. Peggy Bowdoin the 1985 Trailblazer dedication. Born in DeKalb, Texas, Mrs. Bowdoin has been a teacher for twenty-two years. She received a B.A. in English and History from East Texas State University. She also has an M.Ed. — Supervision and has achiev- ed 12 hours above a Master's in Supervision and Special Education at East Texas. In the fourteen years she has worked at North Mes- quite, Mrs. Bowdoin has taught English II CVAE English I and II, World History, and English I. Although Mrs. Bowdoin is heavily involved in academics, she finds time to get involved in extra- curricular events. She feels that extra-curricular ac- tivities are very important to a school. She also feels that some students stay in school just to participate in school activities, and that there are students attending college today on full scholarships who could not have gone if it had not been for their par- ticular extra-curricular activities. A distinction Mrs. Bow- doin has is that she, along with her family, has attend- With a basket of flowers in one hand, Mrs. Bowdoin is ready for the holidays. ed multitudes of school events. “Whether it be sporting events or music programs or anything in be- tween, I have stood in bad weather and crowded auditoriums to see the many exciting events which North Mesquite offers.” Events which she considers as highlights from the past fourteen years include the trips to Waco and Austin for the basketball regional tour- naments and the football play-offs. The tournaments and play-offs she feels are made possible by the excellence of the sports program. Mrs. Bowdoin comments, “School spirit would be built up if more students and faculty members attended school programs and events.” When asked how she thought of the pep rallies, she answered, “No one group should dominate when we have pep rallies or assemblies.” Although she spends a great amount with school and church activities, Mrs. Bowdoin still finds ex- tra time to indulge in her hobbies — reading, watch- ing TV, travelling, and doing needlework. Aside from teaching, Mrs. Bowdoin had an interest to enter law school. She adds, “At that time (1961), there were not a lot of schools that accepted females.” When she finishes teaching, Mrs. Bow- doin will enjoy travelling. 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Chuck Houpt exam newl ciel ihl eae 18 Yearbook Signing Party Graduates, Seniors And Underclassmen Cram The Cafeteria For Signing of tl As the crowds gathered around the cafeteria doors on the evening of August 27, the Trailblazer staff frantical- ly finished their pizzas and made last-second prepara- tions for the first social event of the year: the yearbook signing party. _ Within minutes after the doors were open to the seniors at 6:00 the cafeteria began to fill up with students getting their first glimpses of the 1984 Trailblazer. Of the — book igkim min ng bh roieeh the baok 6 on his own, Ke. see what dedicated N.M. nna 1 did during the summer. rnie Brashier stops to — senior Julian Stewart joking- ly replied, “It’s a mind bog- gling thing. I put it up there with NMHS football and Ms. Adcock.” He said he really enjoyed the book. ‘or the entire three hours _ of the party the cafeteria was packed with kids flipping through and signing books, jTeminiscing over the previous year and summer, rockin’ with the blaring music from the juke box, and _ squinting at the pictures for sale on the wall to find one of themselves. John Caton’s opinion of the event was positive indeed. “The party is an opportunity for “Mrs. Barbara Thomas looks around while Katy Horton hur- riedly signs David Johnson's book, ) “Aren’t there any of me?” wonders Larry Holland as he looks through the ite uit were for sale. Crouch said, [t everyone to be together at one time. It’s great, the first party of the year.’ Though many may dis- agree, the first day of school is really the best time for the books to arrive and to have a party. If the books came at the end of the year there would be no color pages, no prom and no graduation. Since the purpose of the yearbook is to record ail the events of the year the first day of school really is a good idea. As sophomore Donna gives everyone something to look forward to on the first day Student Life 19 teen ent | jacob Porse takes a break f |. his daily routine. t ‘ee whiseg i, ; 7 as ° Me kee “ ah) eae ae ee ba rit a id be a . ame CUTE RSPR i a : : i ——— nein nae Why did yOu want to become a foreign exchange student? : One of m V teachers was a foreign ex- | change student in 1970, and she always told a | lot of good things about it. So I said to myself that I had to try it. I went over here and here I am. — Jacob Porse I wanted to experience a foreign country i! with a different culture than my home coun- | try. It gave me a good chance to learn English | better, meet new people, and see and do new | things. I have been curious about the U.S.A. — Marit Tangen I had visited the U.S. before and liked it a lot. When I then got the opportunity to become an exchange student, I took it also to try something new and different from my school in Denmark. It is a challenge. — Tony Sunekaer ie Foreign Exchange Students Pert ‘% « aaa awe Foreign Students come to Unfamiliar Territory Walking down the hallway, you’d never figure out who was American and who was not. But NM and other high schools around the district had been bom- barded with unfamiliar faces that had come from as far away as Germany and Sweden. These students had traveled thousands of miles from home to study in an American high school and live with a typical American family fora year. Some of the students that had ventured to Texas in- cluded Antje Birkner and Elke Reichel from Germany, Jacob Porse and Tony Sunekaer from Denmark, and Marit Tangen from Norway. “Everything is more ex- pansive. It is a lot hotter, the school is different, the socie- Jacob Porse and Tony Sunekaer relax outside after school. Marit Tangen and Elke Reichel ‘ake some time after school to pose x the camera. ty is different, and the language is,” remarked Jacob Porse, comparing Texas to Denmark. Though the students came from different countries and families, they all agreed that their American family was like a second home. “My American family is very nice to me,” explained Tony Sunekaer. “I have a brother and sister over here and they all treat me like I was a part of their family.” “You had to contact a F.E.S. organization and they interviewed you and wrote an essay about yourself to become an exchange stu- dent,’” Marit Tangen explained. All the foreign exchange students viewed the U.S. as an exciting and different place. Danish Tony Sunekaer said, “I’ve liked it a lot. My friends in school are very nice to me, and the life over here is a lot more exciting.” Antje Birkner recuperates after swimming season where she was on the relay team that went to regionals. Student Life 21 The bell having rung, students | make their way to their next minutes after Junckh) to eats wit | Classes. her friends, Reave Hobbs enjoys a few ARE aah MEER Hae YE Mhaietadin ral teat HONE tnsate Bt Lerten iid tet pinay! POO Ea en eta Canir rtea A a Aisa: Ueded ain aenide: taeda UIE Una een ccna ai Pen ain are ate naan Ine Pea ictraed ae omen anahmeae Ha ava eM asa Oe be ada ita i goats Wevibeee icc ical ee MES Lal PPR TER RMB IPTTTE HT LAUT H Da RPE REDE RW He heeD Pee Ores are? Pray) her) des PLT NK RAN RTE DTD AD PL entero he eA eT hE Ne LAMP RAT DOSS SD RASS LID DH EDR TER IKa Te ee Oto w Lar Ay Hoenn ee eee eee ee ee ee ese rdenatholenad ithabahahau inpcabebidel Le bietaetandabibaticobeciatdttemeniatdthetiabel What's the most hectic part of your day? Between Ist and 2nd periods, because when the bell rings for 2nd period, we're usually still playing in band and then we have to put up all our chairs, stands, and in- struments. After doing all this, I still need to go to my locker and then up to “C” floor. Edward Abarquez Between 3rd and 4th periods, when I have been forced to traverse the interior stairs, which one may not legally go up. -- Robert Babb After lunch , When I have to go from “A” floor to “D” floor. The energy I supposed- ly get from eating is a waste. — Jane Perez ERR AAs Pheer eS Sak PATE Hee cicpol eek rine LACE A shear paney neces fone far fa ir Sener reer UR IR HR Student Late ao Where are your favorite places to go and meet your friends? It used to be football and basketball games and then out to eat but now if someone has a party, everyone meets there. — Kim Floyd Either at Fast Times or the movies because it is a place to go and people my age group go there. — Shannon Fields Fast Times Of Bennigans because my friends are always there. It’s a great place to meet new people and have a good time. — Tricia Burnett Chili’s, Fast Times, and J. J. Muggs to meet girls. — Chris Farr Aw uw ye jt J. T. McCord’s is new but has gained popularity fast. RMR’s Fast Times is the teens’ favorite place to go and dance where only teens can go. 24 Hang Out Places After being reconstructed Town East’s General Cinema is a favorite place for all. spice ™ rare gL i mvnere will we go tonight? Chili’s, Bennigan’s, or Fast Times?” This is a question students ponder on feach Friday and Saturday night when looking for a place to meet friends. Many students not only meet at Fast Times or Chili’s j but also at a friend’s house for a party. Kim Floyd said, |““We used to meet at football jand basketball games but now if someone has a party Everyone meets there because it is a place you can be with all your friends. You also have a chance to meet new people.” Bony. of the popular A Tall Order places to go on dates or just to meet friends is at Ben- nigan’s, Chili’s, Fast Times, and to the movies. It is not only the food that attracts students but the atmosphere. Fast Times provides a dancing and music at- mosphere that is clean and allows teens to be free and relaxed. As Leslie Cain ex- plained, -lts fun® to go because it’s not overly for- mal or informal either. You can relax and just have fun and be yourself.” Also Bart Gulley stated, “It is a great place to get away from home and have a good time.” Along with restaurants and movie theaters there is also a favorite gas station that many students “gather” around to have fun. Vicker’s is a popular place for underclassmen to gather to be together and play arcade games and talk. As Leslie Cain commented, ‘Vicker’s is real close by and is somewhere to go where you don’t have to really do anything but goof around.” Whenever there is a doubt about where and what a teenager does just remember how clean and relaxed Chili’s, Bennigan’s, and Fast Times are for a teen to attend. Bennigan’s is a place for infor- mal banquets to be held with success. Student Life 26 Spirit What 1S your definition of spirit? People showing that they like their school, Like wearing NMHS t-shirts. — Paul Lozey School spirit includes many things — unity, pride, enthusiasm, and a sense of excitement, to name a few. -— Vickie Glenn When people show up on t.v., pep rallies, games, and other school activities and yell and scream for their school. I think it’s something this school has a whole Jot of. — Sybee Holland Showing by mouth and action the feeling of pride you have in your school. — Kim Ferguson School s Urit is an expression of pride in oneself through the institution they represent. — Donna Capps Eric Stone and Ken Cr _ show their support on Cap Day. 2 Varsity cheerleaders, with : rit, sing the Alma Dike Wiles Hidching pep The Art Club finishes its run through for the Homecoming game _ against North Garland. eat on aaa sarees Ae Met a aed —_—, aL Om ten Pen nr ohon, ———-+ freshman flag corps member, claps to the fight song at a pep rally. Steen NM Students Fire Up, Blast Off, and Let Their Spirits on th If asked about spirit, at NM most students would probably say that it’s a white horse that they’ve seen at a pep rally or one of our foot- ball games. But Spirit is more than just a mascot; it’s a feeling of ex- cit ement and energy that is generated by everyone. Along with Spirit encourag- ing ‘‘spirit, ” among the students, the students themselves radiate the energy to the crowd. () Various groups and students contributed their share of school spirit at the pep rallies. Senior boys could be seen at the far end of the gym dancing to the drumline’s version of Wilmer and the Stallion Battalion, along with the varsity cheer- Gary Childress @ Stallions luck at ear- 1g pep rally. leaders, did two bits with the chaos that goes on during pep rallies, the rest of the student body showed their support by dressing up on game days, which represented different themes for the week. “Everyone danced, clapped and yelled, and looked like they had a real good time,” sophomore Shannon Wright commented. The Big Blue and Paceset- ters also did their best to pro- mote spirit. The majorettes did their version of two bits, the flag corps did its routine to the flag feature, the drumline performed their percussion feature and Wilmer, and the Pacesetters did various routines to excite the crowd. At the football games, these groups could be seen “jamming” the night away. But pep rallies and football games were not the only places where school spirit could be found. Cheerleader Leslie Sadler said, “Our stu- dent body was super-full of spirit during football season, but everyone needs to realize the importance of all the other sports, too.” Other sports, not widely recognized as football, pro- vide just as much fun and ex- citement. Attendance at the games is also critical to the stature of the _ school. Remarked Coach Phyllis Reed, “This reflects a good image on the school and stu- dent body. It also helps the players feel encouraged in games whether they are win- ning or losing.” Student Life 2 28 Drama class proves it’s not just Playin’ Sans US) Q Children’s Play Around Imagine running for your life, dropping crumbs along the forest floor and then committing murder in a Gingerbread house in order to save your life. Does this scene sound familiar? It does to the Theater Arts II class that was in charge of the Children’s Theater produc- tion of “The Gingerbread House in the Forest,” by Anne Coulter Martens. John Hanby, Ms. Clark’s replace- ment, admitted to some ner- vousness about the perfor- mance. “I must admit that I was apprehensive before the curtain. It wasn’t until after the whole production was over that I felt relieved.” Trying to create an at- mosphere of magic for the elementary students, a nine- foot witch was designed to catch the children’s atten- tion. This unique attraction was created by stacking Alison Orren on Woody Robinson’s shoulders and covering them both with a swathe of black cloth. As ex- (ul! (ft iy sie? cited elementary students ) fs! flooded out of thegm ® auditorium, enthusiastic comments came at the per- | formers from all directions. Listening to the excited com- ments from the children) really made the performers, feel like they had made some | people happy. Alison Orren threatens a tera rified Shauna Earp and Kevin’ Jones. Cast members are: (Kneeling) (Standing): Donald Cott, Chris Carrie Cortez, Rodney Moffett, Gist, Calvin Booker, Krysla Lisa Klements, Kevin Jones, Cheryl Threlkeld, Shauna Earp, Suzon Stewart, Tricia Schellenberg, Reese, Alison Orren, Tammy Renay Gray, Susan Bradley, Donna’ Taber, Andria Wight, Tommy Person. Malin. It was a trip hearing all those little kids Jaughing and screaming. It really freaked me out though when this little girl came up to me after the show and asked me for my autograph! — Shauna Earp It was interesting since I had to fill in for a guy on Monday — and the play was Thurs- day. I was pretty comfortable with it though. This was Drama I's first class project and they did a pretty good job, but; Mr. Hanby deserves a lot of the credit. — Chris Gist Susan Bradley, Calvin Booker, Donald Cott, and Tommy Malin cower in terror from Alison Orren. |e at (ricia Schellenberg and Chris Tricia Schellenberg sends her ) |sist discuss their plans for Hansel step-children off to the woods ) ind Gretel. forever. Student Life 29 Juniors and Seniors Spend Big Bucks to Make Plaza of the Americas Parking Lot Lined Up With Limos The mall of Plaza of Americas was filled with ex- citement as couples dressed in formal attire began arriving. Many couples were find- ing themselves asking other couples, “Do you know where it’s at?” or “Have you figured out where it’s at yet?” because no one seemed to know just exactly which banquet room it was that the prom was being held. But somehow everyone managed. The Junior-Senior prom was held on April 26 and began at 7:30 p.m. Couples were having their pictures Thompson, controls the music. Prom The D.J. for the night, Pete made at 5:30 p.m. The theme for the prom was “Wishing Upon a Star’ and the first dance, held after the senior walk, was to “Lucky Star’ by Madonna. During the senior walk, seniors and their dates walked through a_ floral- decorated arch and were introduced. Andy Barbar, from 92%, KAEFM, was scheduled to be the D.J. for the evening, but Pete Thompson showed up instead with his sound and light show. The menu included fresh salad with Cafe Royal dress- ing, breast of chicken with mushroom, rissole potatoes, fresh mixed vegetables, and French rolls. Strawberry tarts were served for dessert. While some people who at- tended the prom commented that the food was not very good and was served in a “child’s plate’’ fashion, others thought just the opposite. A great deal of money was spent by each individual who attended the prom. When asked if one night was worth all of the money, most people said that it was definitely worth it. Senior Chris Hamilton said, “I think some of the things that n « A obi by | Real 4 consume most of your) money are rip-offs (85.00 tux,; 85.00 hotel, etc.), but that’s} the price you pay for a good Fane so I guess it was worth) it!” ? The best iat prom was probably the danc-) ing. Senior Tracey Her-§ nandez commented, “I en-4} joyed dancing, seeing )}| everyone in their pretty) dresses, and seeing all of they guys dressed up.” about the cont. on page 32 Enjoying the night’s® festivities, Vonna Thornburg,¥ James Townsend, Kara McLendon,® and Laurie Colgrove wait for they music to start the dancing. Leslie Langford and date Tim Ayo take a minute to pose fora picture. Jammin’ to the beat, Grant vahenhih the senior walk, Kim Gaultney and Priscilla Martin en- Cavender and date David Garza joy the music. wait for the first dance. How did you get to the prom? “We decided not to take a limo. Instead we went in Chris Lawrence’s Monte Carlo with his date, Lisa Lott.” — Lisa Hiser “Bryan borrowed his friend’s Cadillac Seville. Helen Janecka and Roger Cave went with us.” — Deanna Hipp “Cr eg ‘s dad carried us to Plaza of the America’s, and after we ate we had something better than a limo! We went on a carriage ride. Then we went with Trevor Nelson and Michelle Kirkpatrick and used their limo the rest of the night.” — Sheri Thompson { i Dressed for the occasion, i Dee Dee Deets and Heath Bobo dance the night away. Vid i Lined i Limos f “The food wasn’t that great, but ] enjoyed dancing the most,” said senior Bill Ellis A lot of students took either limos or borrowed someone’s nicer car for the evening. Senior Robert Doleshal said, “We went with Paul Morones and his date from Lakeview. We took a limo. Two showed up at our house because we ordered one and_ then cancelled it for another. But they had no record of a cancellation. The limo was super nice. It had a televi- sion, cokes, Pioneer stereo, and a sunroof. It was great!” After the prom, many peo- ple went out to eat, bowling, to a party, or for a carriage ride through the streets of downtown Dallas. Overall, most people had a rather en- joyable evening. Susie Harmon said, “My date Lonnie and J had a lot of fun. It was really nice to see everybody, especially the friends I don’t get to see dur- ing school. It was great, and | wish we could have one more together.’ What did you en- joy most about the prom? “It’S a tie between ordering pizza at our table and staying out all night.” — Bonnie Perkins “The dancing and dancing with dif- uf ferent people. — Raymond Beccera 82 Prom Ve it was the glory of the Olympics, or the music of Madonna, or the bold colors of the trendy fashions, the following people, places, and things were what we checked out. INSIDE Newsmakers Entertainment Trendsetters orldly Events It was a school year that started with Ronald Reagan's re-election to the presidency. The Reagan-Bush team defeated Walter Mondale and Geraldine Ferraro, the first woman would-be vice-president. The science world add- ed another achievement ot Hs omany .ac- complishments as_ the world’s first baby born from a frozen enbryo was introduced. Another °“first,- Vanessa Williams, the first black Miss America, relin- quished her title with class, style, and grace after explicit photos of her were published. The trial of the decade, the John DeLorean Case, ended with an acquittal as its verdict. It wasn't a clean win, however, when his wife Cristina left him. Not only news at home affected us but also news from around the world left us big impressions. War was aconstant threat in the Middle East. And in a great Middle East tragedy, Indira Gandhi, prime minister of India, was gunned down by Sikh terrorists. Africa had its share of sadness as Ethiopia suf- fered from famine. And of course, in royal style, Princess Diana gave birth to her second son, Henry. Whether it’s news from overseas to news from the Republican party here in Dallas, events are what makes a year different. LEE An ape’s heart was transplanted into the body of Baby Fae. Vanessa Williams became the first black woman to win the Miss America crown. 1984 saw the first woman to run for vice-presient, Geraldine Ferraro. The entertainment world lost one of its greatest ac- tors, Richard Burton. Courtesy — Lift Spe IT OD Nien a nats Saat An Olympic Event On July 28, 1984, approx- imately 2 billion people witnessed an event that will always be remembered as the greatest of its kind. No, its not the Academy Awards nor a NASA shuttle launching. It was the XXIII Olympics held in Los Angeles, California. Although the Olympics was marred by a boycott from the Soviet Union and other Com- munist nations, over 7,800 athletes from 140 other na- tions worldwide participated. One of the events, gym- nastics, was dominated by U.S.A. The men's team won the gold medal as the best all-around team while its member, Peter Vidmar won the best all-around silver medal. The women’s gym- nastics produced its own ““sweetheart’’ in the form of 16-year-old Mary Lou Retton. Other celebrated winners included track stars Carl Lewis and Evelyn Ashford and swimmer Steve Lundquist. Tragedy was present however, when runner Mary Decker was stopped from reaching the finish line after colliding with a British competitor. As the competitions ended, the viewers were treated with a closing performance by Lionel Richie. And as the result of the successful and popular XXXIII Olympiad, its organizer, Peter Ueberroth, was named the ‘‘Man of the Year’’ by Time Magazine. The Gold Medal for best all- around in women's gymnastics belonged to the ‘‘Sweetheart of the Olympics,’’ Mary Lou Retton. = a) Courtesy Hogshead and Steinsefer formed the winning team in synchronized swimming. Gold Medal winner Car! Lewis outshined the other runners in track. At the Movies Portraying one of the villains in ‘A View to a Kill’’ was none other than Grace Jones. The biggest comedy hit was “Beverly Hills Cop’’ starring hot comedian, Eddie Murphy. Movie: Beverly Hills Cop TV Show: Dynasty Female Singer: Madonna Male Singer: Bruce Springsteen Plunging into the silver screen were some of the biggest comedies ever produced. Leading the way was the undisputed kind of the box-office, Eddie Murphy. His motion picture, “Beverly Hills Cop,”’ became one of the most successful movies made. For those looking for a screamer, ‘‘Nightmare on Elm Street’’ was the movie. Combining ‘‘hor- rific’’ special effects and % sudden jolts of suspense, “Nightmare on Elm Street’’ was a_ favorite among teenagers. The movie industry also made movies that would attract adult viewers. These movies included, “A Soldier's Story,” “A Passage to India,’’ and the three farm movies, “Places in the Heart,”’ “Country, ’ and ‘The River. As the result, these movies swept the Academy Awards. Vocal Group: Chicago Song: You’re the Inspiration Soap Opera: All My Children Concert: Chicago Oddly enough, sever musicians took the plun; into the Hollywood scen Prince starred in ‘Purp Rain,”’ while Grace Jon: co-starred in ‘‘View to Kill” and Tina Turn made her movie debut “The Road Warrior Il And to add to her alreac sky-rocketing caree Madonna starbilled in h own motion pictur: ‘‘De sperately Seekir Susan.” any established musi- ans, including John graty, came back with tsongs. Ph EE REMMI RAG ES Crossing over from the Christian music to the pop charts was Amy Grant. Diana Ross was one of the over-forty music artists who banded together to record the song, ‘‘We Are the World.” Her hot record and con- cert sales and daring bad-girl image catapulted Madonna to the top of the music and show-business world. usic Mania It was the year that not only new acts hit it big, but also artists who have been around re-hashed their careers. Bruce Springsteen’s album, ‘Born in the USA” released four chart- toppers while Tina Turner swept the Grammy Awards with her come- back album ‘‘Private Dancer.” The year’s Michael Jackson turned out to be Prince. His soundtrack “Purple Rain’’ produced the most successful single of the year, ‘‘When Doves Cry.” It also pro- duced three more hit songs, ‘‘Let’s Go Crazy,” “Purple Rain,’’ and “‘l Would Die for U.” The biggest news in the music industry, however, was the ‘‘USA for Africa’’ campaign. Inspired by Band Aid, a group formed by British artists, ‘‘USA for Africa’’ got together for an all night recording session after the American Music Awards Presentations. The group, headed by Quincy Jones, Lionel Richie, Michael Jackson, and Stevie Wonder, included such big name personalities as Diana Ross, Pointer Sisters, Kenny Rogers, and Cyndi Lauper. And then there was Madonna. The reigning queen of Glitzy, Trashy, Sexy, Techno-Pop, with success in her hand, prov- ed to everyone that this was her year. However, music industry insiders still predict that next year will be her peak. Her album, “Like A Virgin” was the third most suc- cessful of the year. It pro- duced such hits as “‘Like A Virgin’ and ‘Material Girl.” In reference to her statement, ‘| want to conquer the world!”’ at an MTV interview, Madonna is on her way. Time Courtesy The ‘‘Bi-level Cut’ was seen on many of the girls, In- cluding Patti Noster. Mary Trespeces was one of the few fashion models at- tending North Mesquite. Hairstyles: Hairstyle have come a long way for American teenagers. Hairstyles change as much as a chameleon changes its col- or. In the Fifties, boys had greaded-back ducktails while girls had their hair up in ribbons. In the Sixties, a guy’s hippie-style long hair went side by side a girl's bouffant hairdo. In the Seventies, feathered or wings were “‘in’’ for the guys, while the Farrah Fawcett curly locks were common among the girls. And what now? Another change? Well, at North Mesquite, students certainly keep up with the trends. Dominating the guys hairs is the ‘‘New Wave” look. This ‘“‘look”’ however, has many hairstyles. The most com- mon is the spike, where the hair stands up at a certain part. There is also the ‘much- “mushroom’’ where the layers are exaggerated therefore, forming a mushroom-shaped hairdo. Perhaps, the most con- troversial of all is the “Tail.”’ In this hairdo, a long strip of hair is left uncut, forming a tail. For the girls, its either bi- level or prep-cut. A bi-level cut divides the hair in two different lengths — _ the front part short and back part long. ; A prep-cut is reminiscent of the ‘That Girl’ hairstyle popularized by Marlo Thomas in the late sixties. The front consists of bangs, straight or wavy. The back is either straight length or unevened swoop. ' But all this could change- when summertime comes. A hairstyle at North Mes- quite is like a season. It changes as the months pass by. Chic to Chic As little girls, it was a dream to become a Miss America or a glamorous movie star. But that was a long time ago. Now, a very common dream is shared by millions of little girls around the country. Now, the ultimate dream is to grace the covers of Vogue, Cosmopolitan, and Seventeen or to walk down the run-ways during a fashion show wearing clothes by Norma Kamali, Halston, and Calvin Klein. The dream is to become a fashion model and at North Mesquite, that dream is becoming a reality to some girls. Several students at North Mesquite have found semi- careers as models. They become members of the Town East Teen Board. The Teen Board, where membership is decided by auditions, model outfits that are predicted to be the trend that following season. Most of the shows are held at the four large department stores at the mall: Joske’s, Dillards Sears, and Sanger-Harris. Some of the members i clude Kimberly Rogers Sandra Martin, Kim Russe and Mary Trespeces. Mary, who has the hig cheekbones and the heigh two necessary qualitie needed for modeling, ha been interested in modeli since she was a little gi Mary stated, ‘Il think played dress-up more tha the average little girl did!” Priscilla Martin, howeve® has taken her dream 0 step further. She has go®) ten a contract with a to modeling agency in Dallagy And after graduatio Priscilla plans to do mot modeling. If all this sounds too fam) fetched, think twice. Keep, in mind that Jeri Hall, a.k. Mrs. Mick Jagger, models for the worl famous Eileen Ford Mod ing Agency and was a 0} time student at North quite, had the sam aspirations! New Wave Fashion wandered into the halls of North Mesquite in the form of Chris Gist, Dee Richards and Lonnie Pollard. Fashion Flares When walking down the North Mesquite hallways, one of the most noticable things is the different fashion trends that linger among the students. Bright and bold colors seemed to dominate the student body’s attire. These ranged from the dar- ing floral blouses to the very popular Jams to the fluorescent sweatshirts, socks and even fluorescent camouflage attire. For the less daring and for those with a knack for easy-going basic fashions, stone-washed jeans was the answer. These jeans came striped, inverted, or cropped. Stone-washed denims not only appeared in the form jeans, but also as mini-skirts, vests, and jackets. As students became more playful because of Spring fever, so did their clothes. Madonna's fashion influenced the girls. Wear- ing lacy blouses, stockings, and hair accessories, these Madonna look-alikes grac- ed the hallways of North Mesquite. The guys chose to wear T-shirts with messages from ‘‘Frankie Goes to Hollywood” and ‘‘Wham!.” Basically, fashion for the 1984-85 school year were influenced by New Wave music artists. Its distinct flavor for bright colors and bold patterns were in com- plete contrast to last year’s preppy earth-tone colored fashions. Stephanie Reynal modeled the new look in fashion, bright, bold colored clothes, while Kathy Henderson stands by. Plain T-shirts with prints of radical messages were favored by Shawn Matyne and Kim Cason, among others. ANE Miller serves a piece of cake that her daughter made to Julie Trammell. eniors Lisa Blevins and Sherry ue enjoy the delicious food that a8 prepared. im Cowan, Stephanie Reynal, ee Kessler pile their plates gh. Soon-to-Be-Grads Gather for a Senior Breakfast The crowd started gather- ing in the cafeteria about 7:30 am. On Wednesday May 15 the Youth Advisory Council, along with the cafeteria personell prepared breakfast for the entire senior class. Senior Kurt Brockman. stated, “I really enjoyed it. 1 got to talk to people I don’t normally get to talk to.” The menu included cream puffs, sweet rolls, little Sausages, fruit, graduation cake, coffee, and orange juice. Senior Chris Rittmuller said, “It was really fun. I got to see people probably for the last time during school.” “The food was very well prepared, and the ladies and the Youth Advisory Council did a good, job in setting it up,” commented senior Kerri Lawbaugh. Another satisfied senior, Pam Rhodes, summed the event up by saying, “The food was great. The decora- tions were really pretty, and it was very nice of the Youth Advisory Council to set this up for us.” What did you think about the senior breakfas t? Tt is the best food we have ever had at school. The ladies did a good job. I really liked it. — Linda Campbell _ The cafeteria ladies deserve a big thank ain It was great. — Sean Self : The cafeteria workers are: (front row) Doris Wood, Noma Hiller, Lodie Little, Mary Foster, Pat Miller. (second row) Mildred Hettick, Retta Torrence, Geneva Struble, Brenda Pfoh, Maudie Stephens. (third row) Jarline Talasek, Shirley Webb, Becky Foster, Marie Fenner. (back row) Fay Millican, Oleta Hor- ton, Gertie Rupard. Student Life 33 Cindy Lamb and Kh Cavender discuss the trials, a i | i i | | What Was it like to visit the jail? It was reall y radical. We actually talked to an inmate without bars between us. He said it wasn’t worth it but that lady who took us around said he would be back so I learned how they lie. — Kim Cason It was scary basically because it was so realistic. Just to see the people that were in there made you want to never be put in with them. — Michelle Bentley Scary! tt made me want to stay in my own house and do nothing so I don’t ever get in trouble! That place is pathetic! — Teri Carter The jail visit was very informative. I learned of the procedures used when a person is arrested and the way that the inmates relay messages. — Kathy Henderson 34 Business Law Trip Business Law Students Spend A Day in Cot What is Business Law? What does it involve? Business Law is a _ course, taught by Mr. Robert Shiflet where students learn their rights and privileges as a citizen and how to read a jcontract and get the best of a Ideal. As Phillip Miller stated, ‘Business Law will help me because I will be more iknowledgeable about my rights as a businessman and as a person. There are guest speakers and visits to the Dallas Coun- ty jail. Kimberly Varner said, ‘It was pretty depressing. We isaw what the jail was like, and we heard stories about other prisoners. We even alked to one; he told us what t was like to be in there.” Along with visiting the jail ost students sat in on a rial. “The one I visited was nbout a guy who shot his pirlfriend and the coroner as telling about the cause of Heath at the time we were here,’ Shannon Barnes said. Bonnie Perkins attended hnother explaining, ‘““A man as on trial for the murder of h teenager who was dealing j irugs in his Waffle House.” Other than a murder trial ‘Luann Mullis sat in on a sex- nal assault trial. ‘The trial I [ttended was about an aggravated sexual assault that dealed with a ten year old girl. I got very depressed because it was so sad, she said.” Although Business Law scares everyone by the jail visits, it also helps students to comprehend the law and how much trouble one could get in if he broke the law. As Melany Guy said, “I have a better understanding of how the law works and of the things that are involved in classifying different situa- tions. | also have more knowledge of how the laws can protect me and my rights.” Business Law also involves a mock trial. This is a trial set-up for a class project where students are either lawyers or witnesses. Lisa Phillips said, “I feel that Business Law will help me in choosing a career for myself and will help in my business dealing.” Or as Lin- da Lenard stated, “I have learned a lot about the busi- ness world and about con- tracts, and the laws re- garding employment. But as Richard Pearson puts it, “It is good if someone wants to be a lawyer. This is a good experience.” irt Jena Locust awaits to enter the Dallas County Court House. eine ASIEN A group of guys ponder at the newspaper stand as they await to enter the Court House. athy Henderson, Melan y y and Janna Pruitt wait for the al to begin. Student Life 35 Seniors take over government and serve City Posts For one day the Municipal Government was in_ the hands of 18-year-olds. Fifty- six N.M. seniors were elected city government posts, and served as leaders on March 8, 1985. “Student Government Day was a chance for the students to become acquainted with the government of Mesquite and learn a little bit about how the city is run,” Mike Vestal explains. The seniors began the rei ) about 8:30 a.m. at City Hall listening to instructions given by Mayor Bronhilde Nystrom. After the seniors were introduced to the cit council, they were bach given name tags and as- signed to their positions. “Each student is shown by his counterpart, what their job is and what they do every day,’”” Miles Haberer said. After each student toured the courthouse, they were invited for a special lunch- eon at D.A.C. Country Club given by Mayor Nystrom. There the seniors received their certificates of participa- tion from Congressman John Bryant. Later, the ‘officials’’ trailed back to the court- house and took the positions of the city council and con- ducted a mock trial. “We spent half of the day with the city officials whose places we took,” Gary Joe Hee Kinne said. Mike Vestal rece: The students who are tag from his | elected by other students put | representative. — on a mock trial at the city cat courthouse. I don’t think it will directly help me but I did learn a lot and enjoyed the experience. I hope that this tradition wil continue for the benefit of other students,’” Mike Vestal commented. Eric Stone swears his oath of office. A city official goes through the looks to show Paul Cannady how to look up tax records. 36 Student Government Day | | Wayne McKee gives his testimony against Bobby Montes at a mock trial. Mayor Chris Phelps Place 1 Belinda Garza Place 2 Todd Ferrara Place 3 Nanny Stutts Place 4 Cynthia Goode Place 5 Tracey Way Place 6 David Farris City Manager Paul Teagle City Secretary Amy Ashmore Municipal Court Judge Chuck Houpt City Attorney Eric Stone City Health Officer Janet Bryant Assistant City Manager Steve Kauitzsch Director of Community Development Gary Joe Kinne Director of Finance Mike Vestal Fire Chief Tommy Hubacek Director of Library Krysla Threkeld Director of Parks and Recreation Chris Youman Director of Personnel Vincent Guerra Police Chief Mike Collins Director of Public Services Bobby Montes Assistant to City Manager Kris Kath Assistant to Police Chief Micheal Johnson Assistant Fire Chief Ken Grant Assistant Ciy Attorney Sandy Walker City Officials Belinda Garza, Cynthia Goode, and Nanny Stutts listen to an advertisement agreement. Data Processing Supervisor Deanna Starkey City Health Inspector Mark Nester Building Official Alan Warta City Planner Wayne McKee City Engineer Steve Skinner Housing Administrator Craig Murphy Traffic Engineer Julie Nichols Manager — Division of Collections Paul Cannady Purchasing Agent Steve Novakovich Budget Officer Brian Fitzgerald Manager — Division of Accounts Mon Charles Tipay Municipal Court Clerk Jennifer Leggett Supervisor of Branch Library Services Curtis Arthur Supervisor of Technical Services (Library) Lynnette Conely Supervisor of Public Services (Library) Jeff Gloden Park Superintendent Kristy Williams Recreation Superintendent Kim Davis Park Planner Chris Hamilton Training Safety Supervisor Kelly McPherson Sanitation Superintendent Miles Haberer Utilities Superintendent Michelle Kirkpatrick Street Superintendent Rhonda Hartman Service Center Superintendent Suzie Marryman Student Life 3 38 Houston Band Trip Band members travel on A Three Day Affair The bandhall area was not as busy as Central Ex- pressway. It was more like LBJ Freeway and filled with students packing their in- struments in cases and folding their wire music stands. The auditorium had its share of over a hundred suit cases, numerous Coat bags, coolers of all shapes and sizes, several pillows, and a teddy bear or two. This was not a typical day. The date was April 12, the first of the Hon OF §) i'r- Symphonic bands’ three day trip to Houston for the Astro World Music Festival. At approximately 12 noon, the four “Greyhounds” ar- rived at the school and the cases, coolers, pillows, etc., the were loaded up into buses. The 150 students, direc- tors, and chaperones, equip- ped with Walkmans, cameras, numerous sacks of junk-food, boarded the buses and so began the five hour venture to Houston. After a 30-minute rest stop halfway to Houston, the buses finally reached their Wendy McGinnis Edward Abarquez, and Kayla Price take one last pose before heading back to Mesquite. Mr. John Kline tunes up with the woodwinds before competition Starts. destination, and all passengers checked into the Marriott Hotel. Dinner was served at Houston area’s famous Christie’s Steaks and Seafood. Variations of shrimps, fish, steaks, crabs, and occasional cheeseburger platters were in order. With a curfew at 12:00 midnight, the students had time to visit and wander throughout the hotel before retiring for the night. The next morning was contest day and the students had warm-up rehearsals. At the actual contest, the Sym- phonic Band peformed “Satiric Dances,” ‘Poll Oliver,” and ‘“Sound-Off” for the judges. The Honors Band’s play- ing time was 1:30 where “The Mad Major” and “Sym- phony No. 2-Movement II” were played for the judges. At the end of the competi- tion, Symphonic Band received an over-all rating of a “2” and the Honors Band walked away witha “1” from all three judges. Out of over twenty-five bands com- peting in their division, the NMHS Honors Band was one of only three to receive straight “1's.” With the competition behind them, the students, along with the chaperones and directors, spent the rest .. of the day at AstroWorld. All went well until the rain _ pounded Houston and most of the rides were forced to close down. However, that did not stop some of the band members, Richard Harwell said, “We had more fun in the rain because on the Roaring Rapids ride, you didn’t care if you got wet because the rain did that for you. Plus, there was hardly a long line!” As the park closed down a 10:00, the bands headed back to the hotel. Some agreed that the real fun _ started there. Curfew was extended to 12:30 a.m. and the students took advantage Although at all times, n@ girls could enter the boys rooms and vice-versa, ther were efforts to out wit th chaperones. The next da after a voluntary church ser vice, the bands visitec AstroWorld once mor before heading back t Mesquite. Once again, the five-hou trip back was accompanie with Walkmans, sleep, canp did picture-taking, sleep) junk food, and more sleep Stacie Loomis added, “This if the funnest time I’ve had thif} year. This is what I looke@ forward to all year long!” peat : { i ' | Waiting for the | Greyhounds, Kevin Shivers and Richard Harwell pass the time by doing the infamous Psycho | “shower scene.” Donavan Hudson, Andrea McFadden, Ursula Walker, and Ka- ty Horton wait for the final “splash-down.” What is the funniest thing that happened at the Houston | trip? Seein § everyone all soaking wet after the rain. -- Kayla Price When Grant Richard- son fell into the fowntain in the park. - Edward Abarquez Almost getting caught when you're doing something that you're not supposed to be | doing. -- Anonymous shh EARS SENT EOE SA A ck DOR IIS FS RL ET AE OT A, a ET A cma oat Student Life 39 baie. fig at The 496 Seniors Demonstrate to Underclassmen Spirit From the Top “Two bits, four bits, six bits, a dollar — all for the Stallions — stand up and holler!” The cheer rang through- out the gym during football season. The seniors lead in boosting the Stallion team along. As experienced students, the seniors stood- up for their school and showed a school spirit that shined above all others. Ronda Paschal explained, “The seniors contributed a different kind of spirit. One which everyone could join in on!” School spirit filled the school. It was contagious and wide spread. Lisa Tyree said, “There could have been a lot 40 Spirited Seniors more spirit, but thanks to House Bill 72, a dark cloud hung over us all throughout the year.” There are many ways to support a team and show school spirit. The cheer- leaders organized pep rallies to promote school spirit with performances from the Pacesetters and the band. This was an opportunity the seniors took advantage of. They dressed-up for the oc- casion and cheered their team against their opponents. Mark Dilodovico said, “A student shows school spirit by participation in pep rallies and attendance at specified school functions, such as the powder puff game.” There are many other times in which the seniors showed school spirit and pride. The powder puff game against the juniors was a function where the seniors showed great pride. But one of the major events in which seniors most express and display their school spirit is on graduation night. This is a time where all seniors are proud for what they have stood for. “The seniors, overall, were a good influence and prob- ably will stimulate the up- coming classes to be Stallion spirited,” Claudia Perez said. Tracey Way cheers on the foa ball team before school for her las year. MonCharles Tipay and Ke Craft lead the Pacesetters at thi powder puff game. senior relief after the musical. ing a football half time show. Woody Robinson and Krysla Threlkeld show their smiles of Kim Nottingham shows her determination and hard work dur- Jamie Shipman struts her stuff The senior girls get excited during the pep rally before school. during the powder puff game. eNO A tilts How do you feel that the seniors con- tributed to the school spirit. Seniors always seem to have more spirit that the underclassmen because they realize that they don’t have much longer to cheer for the Stallions. It’s like a last chance to support your Alma Mater. — Andrea Harris I think most of the seniors have a great deal of pride in this school because of all our various achievements over the years. This pride is especially evident whenever a school rival needs to be reminded who we are. — John Caton Many of the seniors are in other organiza- tions which lend support and promote school spirit. Some seniors were determined to enjoy the year and set out to have fun. — Lisa Tyree They contributed by showing their spirit and relief due to their last year of high school. — Tammy Watkins Student Life The pressure’s on as Christi Hart, junior, runs with the ball to try to score for the White team. Matt Kinkeade, Larry Whitworth, and Capt. Ken Craft stand in formation during the Homecoming ceremonies. i Refs Chris Yoeman, David Burgan, Chuck Houpt, and Brad Winkfein discuss the game on the sidelines during a time-out. 42 Student Life rae rote as tra cae reer ae The proud Pacesetter, Chris Terry, Pacesetterish with his high-tops and good luck rose. What was your opinion of NM’s first Powder Puff football game? I thou ght the game was an excellent idea. I know that the juniors are already planning next year’s victory. — David Burgan It was simply outrageous. Probably one of the more exciting things to occur this year. — Larry Whitworth Tt Was a lot more enjoyable than selling T-shirts! — Kristy Williams It WS an excellent idea! The students performed beautifully and the spectators had only positive com- ments about it. — Sue Braden, Jr. counselor ! junior, acts very To Raise Money and to Entertain, the Powder Puff Football Game Was A Time for } A major dilemma was presented to the Prom Council: How to raise money to defray the cost of the prom? With assemblies out of the question as a result of HB 72, and T-shirt sales virtually useless, a new idea was presented to Mrs. Sue Braden, junior counselor: A Powder Puff football game. After viewing a game at another school last year, Priscilla Martin wanted to use this idea as a fund raiser, and since it sound- ed like a good idea, Mrs. Braden decided to go for it. “It was organized by the junior and senior class officers who recruited everyone involved,’Mrs. Braden said. Though publicity for the event was minimal, turnout was tremendous. Attendance raked in over $1200 with more than 600 tickets sold. Entertainment was never so bizarre. It began with the Homecoming ceremonies. Paul Teagle, escorted by his mother Carolyn Teagle, was crowned Powder Puff Sweetheart. Next, the players of each team were announced then greeted warmly by their cheerleaders. After the coin toss deter- mining that the Seniors would have the ball, the game began on the line of scrimmage. It began with everyone playing fair, but as the girls got more competitive and more determined to score, they got rougher. There was almost as much tackling, tripping, and shoving as at a real football game, with the refs throwing a flag on almost every play. In borrowed cheerleader A shocked Mrs. Carolyn Teagle catches her breath as they an- nounce her son Paul as Powder Puff Sweetheart. Paul blushes at the honor. in skirts they performed their own original cheers and at- tempted to do jumps. At one point during the game, all ten of them got together to introduce each other, but not before the juniors succeeded in picking a fight with the seniors by trying to steal the seniors’ trampoline. The trampoline was used by the seniors to perform gymnastic antics. Chris Hamilton and Mike Collins stole the show. Finally it was time for the half-time show. Eleven junior and senior boys decked out in skirts, wigs, and balloons, traipsed onto the field and did a kick routine to “Girls Just Wanna Have Fun.” To finish the routine, in- stead of doing the jump splits, they jumped onto their chests to burst all of the balloons at once. This earned them a standing ovation. At the end of the routine the Pacesetters-of-the-week were announced: Steve Skin- ner and Larry Whitworth. The game ended in a tie score: 0-0. NM Students Come To School Dressed Every Way Showing It Takes All Kinds There are certain high schools whose majority of students adapt to the same lifestyle or same style of clothing. Take for example a big city high school. It’s the territory where normal is “out” and punk is “in.” A student’s status in society is judged by how many holes are in her ears or by how tall her hair is. Across town, in the land of Mercedes Benzes and Polos is the upper-class area high school. In this section of town, almost every student has a trace of preppiness in them. Whether they wear just socks with the Polo insignia or a whole outfit consisting of loafers, argyle socks, pleated wool slacks, and a Polo oxford shirt under an argyle vest, these preppies 44 Ropers, Punks, and Preppies spend their day outstudying, out-classing, and out- preppying each other. And then there are ropers. Ropers are those students that look like they just stepped out of an old “Rawhide” episode. Complete with a faded ring on the back pocket of their Wrangler jeans and a pinch “Between the cheek and gums,” ropers amble through the hallways with the thoughts of the big rodeo in their minds. Ropers dominate numerous schools in towns with a population of less than one hundred and seventeen. But at North Mesquite, no one type of group dominates because in “Stallion Country,” it takes all kinds. It’s not uncommon to BLinb aes veiee “Different” is an under state- ment when explaining Senior Ken Craft’s every day punk garb. With his tiger-striped canvas high-tops, bandana, and concert T-shirt, he relaxes in the lobby of the auditorium. In penny loafers, sweater-vest, and bead necklace, Senior Barrett Haberer, a future SMU prep, thinks that preppie is better. see one group of students wearing their loafers and argyles pass by a totally different group of students with wild-printed clothes and multi-styled and multi- colored hair. Karen Graham comments, “It’s sad_ that students get automatically categorized by what they wear.” A good place to catch these three groups in action is in the school cafeteria. At one table, the punkers can be seen eating their “snack bar” lunches and biting to the rhythm of the latest hits by “U-2,” “Frankie Goes To Hollywood,” and “The Bangles.” Meanwhile, the ropers are spotted ordering their square meals consisting of chicken-fried steak, French fries, and at lea two cartons of milk. During all this commotion, the always fashion-conscious preppies aré seen ordering foods wit colors that match the colors 0 their outfits — usually red Jello, green salad, and beigé iced-tea. Their respected impressio are not only limited to schoo! hours, however. When th 3:30 bell rings on Friday afternoons, the ropers drivé away in their Chevy S-10' heading towards old Mesquite, the preppies head towards the nearest shopping malls in their Camaros, and the punkers, with their ca radios tuned on KEGL, drive away to North Dallas in seare of “Rox-z’s” and “’Zebo’s.” “I’m not that Prepp. pie!” exclaims Sophomore Lisa Ash, in her walking shorts, Polo, and top siders — typical preppie attire. Kelly McPherson, Senior, can keep warm punk style in his long trenchcoat and scarf. The trenchcoat became a trademark of the male punks this winter. What style do you preter? I like preppie best because I find ropers and LAanba lati “ | — Cheryl Hartman | Punk! Because it’s not conservative and it’s. easier for me to associate with. ql — Bret Alexander | I like preppie the most because I like most of the clothes that g0 along with that fad. Tommy Morton | Student Life 45 English is made a little easier for Lisa Skinner as Ms, Bennett ex- plains an assignment to her. 1a did itaite LHP panes ene tenarars bat sseavavowseerenenesr ve mzeaiene toa pna rend eat fk oa b ET (MEY � srt ' ; sg NAH AULT mi a qi) } hia tp fi Hae dig cop tion fora term paper. Alan Warta uses the library’s iy machine to record informa raxcnnncesd case ntey® | SSL nce nan ae ie renyrpere een at HEE EAL i | ey AEE Students’ Routines Make Every Day LESS 6:30 am Student turns off | alarm clock and vows to get up ia “just a rainute”’ 7:00 am Mom bursts into stu- dent’s bedroom, turns on the overhead light, and delivers a cheerful . ‘Good Morning” message. Student responds by pulling the sheet over his head. 7:10am Student sleeping. Mom returns, but in- stead of a cheerful “Rise and Shine!l”, she offers a threat: “If vou don’t get up right now I’m going to just let you sleep and you'll be late to scheol.”’ Student drags his body out of bed to quiet Mom. 7:i5.am Student gets into the shower, but forgets to adjust the water temperature. Student is shocked by either a scalding hot or ice cold burst of water. This stimulus pro- vokes a very awake feeling in the student. 46 A Typical Day ‘Typical Da 7:25am Student goes through his routine of dress- ing, grooming, and eating. 8:00 am Student passes time by watching reruns of The Little Rascals or The Three Stooges. iSamA coramercial inter- 8:25 ami 12:30 pm rupts the television show that the student had become engrossed in. A glance at the clock makes the stu- dent realize he is go- ing to be late to school. The student hastily rushes to his car to begin the drive to school, Our student arrives at school after getting a traffic ticket for speeding through a school zone. He hears the last bell ring as he walks to the building from his parking space in the most remote corner of the lot. Lunchtime. By now, the student has visited _ the office for being tardy to first 3:30 pm The final bell rings 5:00 pm Our student takes his 10:00 pm Our student eats a | similarly nutritious _ snack before _ tomorrow, which pro- period, received a iit Vali qt’ hte iuieits HEME: homework paper because he left it at home in the rush to leave for school, and waited in a lunch line while fifty people before him paid for their meals. and the. student trudges out to his car. On the way he drops a folder, the contents of which scatter to all corners of the parking lot because of the wind. place at his part-time job. He has to work to pay for the car that he has used to be late to | school in. | Twinkie or other “crashing.” He needs his sleep so that he can _ make it through mises to be just another typical day. Mr. McFaul supervises one of his students while he finishes his math homework. How do you start a typical day? First I’m late to first period. Then I’m late to all my other classes. — Sandy Walker I stare at my Honeycombs ‘till they’re soggy. -- Chris Gist I wres tl @ with my two St. Barnards. — Kernie Brashier I eat that breakfast that every doctor says is “good for you.” — Patricia Gonzalez PRD ISR MITEL TOA TITEL 8 1S MDS OER WELT | g Huiahed lee- Jason Washburn and ; one opher Kidd hae for class to en alee Lipa eee 48 Dee Richards recovers from a leap in “Your Body” routine. Stage Show Chary! Hartman, C. : Thompson, Sherry Baldwin, and L nelly strut their stuff in Dalla See Me Now.” Cheerleaders’ theme song, “If My Friends Could Pacesetter stage show provides an Invitation to Dance At 7:15 p.m., band director John Kline sets up the sound system. He slides a cassette into the recorder and the tape breaks. ‘What am I go- ing to do if I have to reprogram leaving out two songs?” “T was so scared I wasn’t going to find my tights in time,” says Kim Varner. Lost shoes, two right-handed gloves, tights with a last minute runner, missing hat- bands, mixed-up shoes, and last minute skirmishes for a mirror were all typical of pre-show jitters for the Pacesetters’ annual stage show, ‘Invitation to Dance.’ So Mr. Kline re-recorded a new tape, and the show went on beginning with the seniors being escorted by their fathers followed by the junior routine ‘Invitation to Dance.” After that came the line-up of routines, The Pacesetters performed together as a whole this year during show. ‘There were obstacles and mistakes, but it’s how we recover from these errors that makes us qualify performers,” says Mr. Thomas, drill team os Cowboy 4 sponsor. After the first half of th show, Pam McFarland san “Missing You,” then th former Pacesetters am parents of Pacesetters wet recognized. Captain Leslie Langfor said, “This is our last perfo} mance ya'll. Make it 100 GOOD!” So the 1984-19 Pacesetters chalseed onto th stage. to. the annua “Daybreak,” with smiles ¢ their faces and tears int eyes, knowing that they did) indeed, look good. rri Carter and Salisa len) do the junior skit to eaks Come Out At Night.” What was most unique and outstan- ding about the stage show? My most favorite part must have been when all the senior Pacesetters got together for their final routine. — Tommy Morton The whole show was good, but I liked the dance where they used flashlights. — Holly Casey All the Pacesetters did a good job, and their routines were neatly planned and performed. — Cindy Hedgepeth Donna York and Dena_ The ‘jug band’ does their thing Farnesworth do their cop dance _ 0 the , Country and Western to “Heat is On.” Medley. ' | } } Michelle Lewis, Chery! Hartman, Felicia Means, Sherry Baldwin, and Cathy Morgan pose in “Torcher.” The numbers: “Invitation To Dance,” “Burning Up,” “Toture,” “Freaks Come Out At Night,” “Country and Western Medley,” “Let’s Go Crazy,” “Neutron Dance,” “If My Friends Could See Me Now,” “The Can Can,” “Step in Time,” “Body,” “The Heat is On,” “Photogenic,” “High School Dance,” and “Daybreak.” Student Life 49 Rea ann ail ge merits ta Te — y= aah oad on Cindy Killian proudly walks Richard Gotthardt delivers his off stage after nervously receiving _salutatorian speech to parents and her diploma cover. peers. How did you feel when you moved the tassel from the right to the left? That I had accomplished something real big and that I would not be seeing most of the people around me again. — Edward Abarquez I thought we did it at the wrong time. I felt relieved that I did not have to go to school anymore. — Kayla Price I’m moving up in the world! — Kristen Crockett That a big burden had been lifted off of my shoulder and that I would be starting a whole new life from what it is now. — Cindy Killian Claire Elsey and Mike Embry smile while anxiously awaiting time to go on. Graduation borah Blakney stands in ere walking into the “lime Il Ae The Graduating Class of 1985 Hopes in Changin the World Superintendent, Dr. Ralph Poteet spoke of excellence and achievement. Richard Gotthardt spoke of friends and good times, and Randy Trosper spoke of pride and changing the world. Then the moment had finally arrived. Principal John Campbell took the podium and an- nounced that the seniors had completed the requirements for graduation and as the 496 seniors moved their blue and white tassels from the left to the right side of their mortar boards. The senior class of 1985 had arrived! Beginning on time at 8:30 p-m., on May 27, the senior class entered Reunion Arena with shouts from parents, friends, and underclassmen. Each senior was placed in line by Mrs. Robbie Locke and told to “go”. Lined up and waiting until the last senior entered they all stood smiling and shaking in their shoes. During Richard and Randy’s speeches, anxious seniors jumped the gun and popped their party poppers before time. A sigh of relief swept over the arena and cheers were heard everywhere as. they nervously stood to walk across the stage and receive their diplomas. Paul Cannady and Jim Cain furn in their gowns for their diplomas. The class of 1985 anxiously awaits while the processional has already begun. Student Life 51 Class of ‘85 The time has come, we’re nearing end, When we'll leave our school and high school friends. We'll seek new adventures, chase new Stars, But in our hearts our alma mater will never be far. Some will go on to reach higher goals, The others will remain just as tall and bold. When we come back together in many years, We'll see old friends and share our tears. Seeing old loves we use to have, Thinking of all the fun we had. Times may change, people may grow old, But no one will ever change the memories we hold. Before we know it our time has flown by And there will only be the memory of The Class of ‘85. Pam Hiller Edward Abarquez and Sherry Lisa Blevins awaits her big mo- Blue show their excitement after it | ment to make her grand entrance. is all over with. Kurt Brockman hurriedly walks off stage after getting his diploma. Graduates think about After t he seniors walked across the stage, party pop- pers flew across the arena and tears flowed. Hugs were given out by the dozens and then the recessional began. Juniors now became seniors and they turned their class rings around awaiting their turn. With Edward Abarquez leading, they left with smiles and almost ran behind the curtain. Almost every row left before its time and had to wait all jammed up at the end of the row. No one cared though. “I thought that once we walked across the stage it was over. Then Mr. Pardon told me to go on and I didn’t Waiting to be seated the seniors await their peers to enter. Proudly the class of ‘85 celebrated with party poppers. Changing the World know what to do,” confessed Edward Abarquez. Behind the curtain seniors said good-bye for the last time and friends rushed down to congratulate them. It was finally over! Stacie Loomis said, “After it was all over with I felt good. Like I had let go of the past and am starting a new life.” Everyone was crying and excited! Exchanging their gown for their diploma was a hassle among the crowded arena. The parking lot was full of anxious seniors. Everyone left Reunion Arena headed for parties of some kind with friends and relatives. Student Life Check Out ee Se a | | _— | Poh ait See — = ff tt aes Ss ptt + 4 | Jot + | | eT ep A ae aii jf ff jf} | 4 Check out Organizations. ‘'Service™’ was the word that associated with many of our organizations. The NHS united to aie canned goods for unfortunate amilies during the holiday season. Several Homemaking clubs visited rest homes bearing with them gifts and can- dies. During lunch, the French Club used their bares talents by selling homemade cookies and cakes at the school cafeteria. The Latin Club would not be outdone, however, as they sold over 1200 carna- tions for Valentine's Day. These, along with several organizations, are where we achieve much of our recognition. | LLY. tats tae ayy +—+— pe ES Bat- t of ing 10n pari , remains as an important | | he Be at | i at of the flag corps, Sr. | rded by the Stall it gua eal Ime. lion the football games. Kim Nottingham leads her squad dur As the lieutenant halft Sp ta Foreign language students create Latin Lingo “The Latin Club will be sponsoring a car wash ...,” “Buy a Valentine carnation from the Latin Club .. .,”” and still the list goes on! Infla- tion does not even daunt the Latin Club, once again, Valentine Carnations were only $1.50. Sponsored by Margie Taylor, the Latin Club not only sponsored fund-raising events, but also hosted a State Latin Club Convention at North Mesquite the weekend of March Ist and 2nd. Organizing a convention for hundreds of students and teachers is no easy task, and club members and sponsor were busy for days planning a dance to be held on Satur- day and finding room for all the different activities scheduled. The Convention Olympics were held Saturday morning at the track. Latin students ran, jumped, and threw frisbees. Most of the com- petition was in the running events, but the frisbee throw Junior Ellen Carroll does her part to keep America beautiful at the Latin Club Car Wash. Keeping her mind on her work, Jenny Leggett wraps Latin Club carnations. 56 Latin, German Clubs was taken seriously too! Those placing Ist through 5th in the events were given awards. There was also a Curtamin, which is somewhat like the Whiz Quiz competitions ex- cept that the questions con- cern Latin. Overall, the convention seemed to be a success. One member commented, “The Convention was a lot of work, but it was worth it in the end.” Latin Club officers for 1985 are: Richard Gotthardt, President; Sharon Carter, Vice President; Sheila Wood, Secretary; Ellen Carroll, Treasurer; Kim Oliver, Social Chairman; and Karen Grahm, State Latin Club Convention Coordinator. Junior Debbie Hardin remarked, “Participating in the Latin Club has helped me develop responsibility. Participating in the State Convention helped me learn how to deal with many dif- ferent kinds of people.” Latin Club Row (1): Richard Gotthardt, Sharon Carter, Ellen Carroll, Shari Sawyer, Kim Scott, DeAnne Wilsh Row (2): Paul Snodgrass, Erich Hurst, Debbie Hardin, Kathy Starr, Julie Butler homas, Jace nd Alan Warta pan aaa Row (3): Arif Jaffer, Theresa Leste: Kim Rowe, Konna Crouch, Bet Buckner, Margie Taylor (sponsor Row (4): Ja n Farmer, Kay Starr, Bet Peace, David Bowdoin, Anne Mo! ris, Shala Clevenger, Matt Baker ij | rman Club N) 1:) Elke Reichel, Kathy Fisher, Fido Lewis, Shannon Stover, Hin Wilkins 2:) Linda Wells, Wendy Kelly, ’ t f nnon Fields, Kimberley Chong Lee, Julie Butler, Kathy Star, Alan Warta, and Erich Hurst register Latin Convention participants. Ms. Margie Taylor, Latin Club sponsor, tries to restore some order to a somewhat harried carnation sale, Stephens (Row 3:) Thomas Prater, Stacy Stephens, Marit Tangen, Jacub Porse (Row 4:) Bryan Perrigo, Ace Aleman, Mike Lee, Richard Ehrig — Sponsor 57 Organizations President Tommy Hubacek tries to be authoritative at a French Club meeting. Tracie Estill, Wayne McKee and Mme. Attaway listen respectfully Hy Melissa Perkins’ thoughts on ife. 58 Spanish French Clubs Tracie Estill, Tomarie Miller and Kim Johnson wrap edibles at the French Club bake sale. SiLabie! 4 Hale and Bronya Tuley work the French Club bake sale. Spanish Club Row 1: Mrs. Bena ts. Perry, Mrs. Holland, Elizabeth: Kelly McPherson, Steve Kautize Vestal, Tracey Way, Jim Cain, Robe Melissa Loosier, Connie Sims, Cortez. Row 2; Chris Taylor, Ron: Kim Davis, Larry Whitworth, Carver, Lisa Moya, Lisa Ash Hernandez, Gerald Askue, Mike © Alex Martin, Alison Orren, Suzon- Row 3: Kayla Price, Steve Davis, Montes, Vincent Guerreu, Leslie Tracy Malone, Rhonda Burton, Ji Kelly Van Leigh, Kim Russell, Harbout, Jason Frith, Lois Jon Keith na, David orones, Ajith astion, Troy Gustin. Houser, Tracy her, Sipe Shawna Tauton, — Emma Semmier, | a Sharp, Glenn ok Sipe. Mme. Attaway smiles - nostalgically as she remembers the days of her youth. Howard Hunter, James Venrick, Stacy Davis, Joe Hubik, Philip Wilson, Jimmy Lee, Randy McCormick, Steve Skinner, Annette Hawkins, Connie Knox, Denise Petty. Row 7: Robbie Lopez, Becky’ Gondale, Brenda Stoval, Susan Pyles, Julia Quinteros, Lisa Skinner, Melissa Key, Tammy - Driggars, Julie Owen, Marlene Waters, Lissa Krahn, Philip Doane, Damon Enriquez, Lee Brading, Keith Buckworth Both Spanish and French Clubs Keep Busy With “We are leaving the teachers’ parking lot at 4:30, not 4:29 or 4:31, 4:30!” Any member of the French Club would recognize this statement, Mme. Linda Attaway is at it again — more culture! Whether it involves going to see French movies, go- ing to French art exhibits, “investigating” French bakeries or just simply ‘going somewhere besides Mesquite,’ the French Club and Mme. Attaway explore Dallas at least once a month to discover anything that is French. One student remarked, “Going anywhere with Ms. Attaway is an adven- ture. For that matter, go- ing to her class is an adventure, and you had better take a weapon.” For the first time in several years, the French Club has been having ac- tua. meetings and has French Club; Front Row: Mme. Linda Attaway, Tommy Hubacek, Tracie Estill, Carrie Laughlin, Tomarie Miller, Karen Stachowiak, DeAnn Holloway, Jennifer Avery, David Marrekk, MonCharles Tipay, Kelly McPherson, Susan Goodman, Tommy Malin, Scott Aldrich, David McCoy. Row 2° Donna Person, Krysla Threlkeld, Cynthia Goode, Jamie Stone, Leena Thomas, Alana Rattan, Cindy. Ferrara, Xan Cooper, Jill Calverley, Stephanie Zimmerman, Jim Tyler, Rusty Rodgers, Judy Cindy Doane, tacos, Johnson, Michelle elected some real officers. Newly elected president Tommy Hubacek began making plans for the first fund raiser —- a bake sale. Secretary Tracie Estill made some an- nouncements and the sale got under way! Cookies and cupcakes covered the floor of Ms. Attaway’s room and Treasurer Tomarie Miller counted the profits. Vice-President Wayne McKee. and Historian Carrie Laughlin watched contentedly as the money poured in, the sale was a success! The French Club also had a Christmas party; as did the Spanish Club. Sponsored by Ms. Perry and Ms. Benavides, Spanish Cluo members at- tended the Spanish Ciub Christmas Party at Ms. Benavides’ home. Eating rice, and other Leerssen, Steve Franks, Sergio eae Tuley, Shauna Earp, Jeff Espinosa, Jett Leisure. Row 3: Good, Becky McElyea, Eryn McSpad- den, Mark Scott, Sandy Matassa, ° Culpepper, Connie Mecheile | Marshall, Marci Mangham, Staci Seabolt, Brandy Winkfein, Layne Trosper, Patrick Chapa, Jemes Dunn, jennifer Haas, Lydia LaNoue. Row 4: Greg Bouck, Jeff Kerrie Carol Berg, Janet Brvant, Tara. Rankin, Bonnie Whitaker, Amy Wilson, Andrea Mcfadden, Vorwerk, Vonna Thornburg, Laura Bender, Leslie ittenteder, Dalla Cogan, Lori Andy Hubacek. Row S: Marriott, Burkhalter, Antje Birkner, Jenifer Brooks, Kelly Foster, Michelle Bentley, Am Erin Mattingley, Beth Kim Farnand, Stacey Hale, John Porter, Stefanie Hargvave, Tim McKenzie, Kristle Phillips. Row 6: Britain Willis, Forrest Scott, Chris Conder, Scot Sitzman, Kathy Niles, Melissa | Clark, f Edwards, Julie Holloman, Jeanifer Con- Tey, Dean McElyea, Susan Sanders, Jennifer Sanders. Row Susie {fairs Spanish dishes, club members chattered ex- citedly about the pending clubbing of the Pihata. After dinner and a few games, the Pinata was broken and gifts were exchanged. This year’s Spanish Club Officers include: Kelly McPherson, Presi- dent; Steve Kauitzch, Vice-President; Mike Vestal, Secretary; Tracey Way, Treasurer; Jim Cain, Social Chairman; and Robert Babb, Program Chairman. Sophomore Rob Hind- man explained, “I joined the Spanish Club to become more familiar with the teachers and the students and to become more familiar with the customs ancl traditions of Spain.” He added with a grin, “and the Christmas party was fun too!” ey a i ad Raa | 7; John Bolker, Mike Shirah, Jackie Buck, Lisa Drummond, Lisa Martin, Elke Reichel, Marit Tungen, Kristina Westerfield, Andre Bell, Melissa Perkins, Rice, Kim Lawrence, Stephane Mills, idean, — Illya Scheck. Row 8 Greg Bol- ing, Warren Grady, Kenneth Goolsby, Edward Baptista, Sean Landry, Deirdre Terry, Paul Hunter, Joa Mills. Wendy Plumer, John Griffen, Danny Odom, Traci Jeffers, Gary Wilson, Kevin Parmer Organizations 59 Dena Farnsworth, editor-in-chief: Melissa jensen, business manager: Brent Bussey, photographer; Ms, janet jones, adviser; fetf Lisle, advertising. a . tang % ‘dle rs ‘' areere' BHA) The Newspaper Staff wrote the news By Expressing the Year The Pony Exoress staff did more than just publish a school newspaper. Instead, they went a step further and produced a multi-award winning publication. | in December, the staff at- | tended a journalism conven- tion at Texas Woman's | University in Denton. There, the Pony Express received All Texas and First Division ratings from the Texas High School Press Association, At the University In- terscholastic League press conference in March, the paper was awarded a First Division rating and the Award of Distinguished Merit. At the UIL Spring Literary Meet, Billy Vaughan, news editor, won third place in news writing. Editor-in- chief Dena Farnsworth was an alternate in the headline Pony Express writing contest, The Pony Express under- went some changes from the previous year. Perhaps most visible was a changed nameplate. The staff also began using color and pro- motional advertising in the newspaper. Most popular with the students was the in- itiation of an incentive pro- gram in which a certificate good for five dollars was hidden in two newspapers. The students who found the certificates redeemed them in the newspaper room for a five dollar bill. Senior Bettie Wesson commented, “I bu the Pony Express to see who's in the paper and to read stuff about the school. Plus, | could win $5.00!” Most of the Pony Express staff members joined the staff in order to gain ex- perience for a writing career. Junior staffer Cathey Operex plained: “I wish to major in journalism and someday be a writer. The school newspaper offered a chance to practice my writing and support North Mesquite at the same time.” The Pony Express served a purpose even more important than reporting current school events. By reviewing movies, spotlighting controversial community issues, and print- ing news about school ac- tivities, the newspaper staff provided a souvenir of high school for students to keep and remember some of the aspects of 1985 by. Senior Sandy Walker remarked, “I buy the Pony Ex- press so I can save them and look back at them when I am old and remember how things were when I was in high school.” —_———.- a1 es and y tions ditor, 3 rie rganiza oO yan May: 2 Br Mi features ¢ Features Stacey Johnson, cee = = 7 se o8 = = = ‘yan Reed, a: i Scott - Bolton, ports editor. ms Melissa McFadden and Carrie Laughlin examine the layout designs that Carrie designed. Chris Gonzalez and Jane Perez check their boxes to see if anything important is there. Chana Haynes and Alysia Gambline take time for a break during the workshop. Kurt Brockman is taken by sur- prise while working in the darkroom. Monica Palma smiles on merry-go-round at Crystal's d the banquet. 62 Annual Staff hirteen Staffers Make It A Year to Remember N 1) ot sh duit nd ’usiness during sixth period. ria Rittmuller finishes up The yearbook staff cap- tures moments for a lifetime using quad-paks and layout designs, and this is the motto of the staffers. Deadlines have to be met. Carrie Laughlin said, “Be- ing on the yearbook staff has brought me a lot of satisfac- tion as well as frustration. Creating layouts and writing copy requires patience, but seeing it in print as proofs and in the book makes me feel like I have really ac- complished something.” The yearbook received a first place at THSPA in Den- ton and also won 4-star Cindy Killian enters the annual room ready fora day of hard work. American for the 1984 book from National Scholastic Press Association. “We all feel proud when we receive awards for the book, especially the All- American rating we received for the 1984 book,” said Melissa McFadden. Work for the staff began before school even started, planning the annual signing party. After school began, everyone helped in putting together a slide show to pro- mote sales. Then came time for the real work. Quad-paks to be done and copy to be written, and pic- tures to be taken. And of course, deadlines to be met! Edward Abarquez finishes his ice cream while at a workshop in Denton. Sherry Blue and Jan Packer ibe each other while taking a brea from working. Eventually deadlines were met (with Mr. Ron Taylor's “Expediency Controls”) and memories of 1984-85 were captured. To end a year of hard work, fighting, and laughing together, the thirteen staf- fers finished with a banquet at Crystal’s. Throwing ice at Chris in the arcade and buy- ing thousands of balloons was only half of the fun. What about the bumper boats at Malibu? Finally the year came to a close, and the staffers saw the last deadline come and go. The production of the Trailblazer became history. Mr. Ron Taylor checks everyone's layouts before turning them in to the publisher. The Yearbook Statf: Front Row — Jane Perez, Carrie Laughlin, Jan Packer, Sherry Blue, Alysia Gamblin, Chana Haynes, Monica Palma. Back Row — Cindy Killian, Chris Gonzalez, Melissa McFadden, Kurt Brockman, Maria Ritt- mulier, Edward Abarquez. Organizations 63 64 Todd Bell learns new and dif- ferent techniques of sewing. hh nae FHA members include: (row 1) Mrs. Bidrsong, Julie Owens, Matt Kinkeade, Claire Elsey, Brenda Stovall, Charla Houser, Tracy Greer, Linda Gray, Kristen Crockett, Ronda Paschall, Melanie Guy, Shawndell Tillery, Ginger Jolly, Sherry Harris, Lisa Kallahan, Tracy Pitts, and Cheri Clutter; (row 2:) Shannon Tinsley, Shannon Turner, Kim Cowan, Shawn Scoma, Wendy Thredkeill, Jana Pruitt, Cathy Henderson, Betsy Elder, Barrett Haberer, Bill Hefner, Sherry Baldwin, Cynthia Goode, FHA Jimmy Green contemplates cut- ting out a pattern. i etpennernernone eee ee Le Leeman Beth Wright, Kim Floyd, Leslie Langford, Tam- my Taber, Theresa Cothran; (row 3:) Brad Wink- fein, Rhonda Lemmons, Kay Southern, Shannon Wilks, Shawna Taunton, Reece Biggs, Jason Wright, Treviana Height, Chandia Beasley, Vickie Trimble, Marye Robertson, Carmella Fisher, and Wendy Rice; (row 4:) Stacy Riddler, Cari Cranfill, Ronda Buff, Kim Little, Mamie Cocker, Tammy Driggers, Rhonda Hepburn, Julie Johnson, Julie Michols, Kin Neil, Carrie Charles, Shelly Nelson, Maryann Wilson, Darren Stachowiak, and Mechelle Gonzales; (row 5:) Brad Jones, Pete Manicchia, Debra Decker, Troy McKenzie, Larry Whitworth, Johnny Malmquist, April McLemore, Kim Wat- woo, Deann Molencupp, Jolly Holbrook, Macky McCutchen, and Rhonda Oliver; (row 6:) Tonya Vandergriff, Sid Forman, J. J. Garza, Andy Murry, Roy Pamplin, Julie Daniel, Lisa Jones, Wendy Carver, Dana Anthony, Suzie Mer- ryman, Tina Watson, and Lisa Phillips; (row 7:) Donna York, Kristen Harris, Eric Stovall, Heather Wagoner,Kim Hamilton, Barton Spi ) Vince Guerra, Mark Kitts, Steve Gentry, My Brooks, Jimmy Green, Stacy Holt, Denise Hej} and Forace Gay; (row 8:) Kelly Shepherd, C Starr, Cindy Sansers, Shante Hayes, — Hernendez, Larry Holland, Marty Zumbill) and Brett Poteet; (row 9:) Leean Edwards, D Farris, Mrs. White, Sammy Cummings, Tar! Bishop, Susan Crowley, Kim E. Wing, Shar! Turner, Kim Ball, Billy Wilson, Vince Rob Chris Blain, and James Barboza. 1 John Criswell speaks with FHA students Carol Ayers Kristen Crockett about child Homemaking student checks out what's in the refrigerator. (and Future Homemakers of America “teaches young people how to care about others, how the world works, and it teaches me how to be a better person,” says Kristen Crockett, FHA class president. Aside from monthly meetings, FHA has collected magazines for senior citizens, made spirit things for the football teams, raised money through candy sales to help send a representative to the state meeting, and made Christmas boxes for the hospitalized in Terrell. In February, Tracy Greer was responsible for getting a speaker for the monthly meeting. She asked John Criswell, TV anchorman for Channel 8 news and director of Wednesday’s Child, to speak to FHA members. His topic of discussion was child FHA helps students not only right now in life, but also prepares them for their future and their careers. Barrett Haberer says that FHA helps “to teach people to successfully manage family and home life to give the best environment possible for their family.” Carol Ayers says that FHA helps her goals for her career because “it gets me prepared for the future by helping me to learn new techniques of doing things.” Many young students go into FHA classes thinking that they are going to have blow-off classes, only to find that FHA broadens their horizons in becoming good homemakers and prepares them to face challenges in life as they come to them. Organizations I- h — The Vars rm their human a cheerleaders perfo Reaching sky h t pyramid during a pep rally. io) ra v me) ig°) — — cP) Vv a U O O Cheerleaders bottom row: annon Watson, Donna Kau- sch, Cheryl Thomason, Amy 2aps ddle Cindy Johnson, Marlene Waters, LeeAnn Henrie top row: Kristin Salas, Amy Dickey, Amanda McPherson. row: Stacey Bowdin, Freshmen Cheerleaders bottom row: Jill Sink, Rhonda Burton middle row: Sandra Alison Owens, Tracy Malone Martin, Xan Cooper, RR 29 Be nese Te Ree, | ee Cheerleaders Lead The Way With top row: Yolanda Lopez, Wendy Threlkeld, Leslie Sadler, Cindy Ferrara, Rhonda Weeks, Susan Martin. RAH! RAH! RAH! When the football players need to know their fans are behind) them, the cheerleaders were there to fire up the crowd. The cheerleaders played a major part in promoting school spirit. They were to be at football games, pep rallies, and at basketball games. “It Varsity Cheerleaders are: (bottom row) Cynthia Goode. (middle row) Bar- rett Habor, Dee Dee Deets, Tracey Way, Nanny Stutts, Tammy Taber. (top row) Debbie Parker, Christi Sumner, Kim Russell, Karen Lynch, Christy Hart. takes a lot of discipline and hardniwork) toy ibe lla cheerleader,” said varsity cheerleader Dee Dee Deets. “Determination, good cooperation and attitude towards others on your squad is important,” said freshman cheerleader Marlene Waters. Between organizing pep rallies, going to the games, practice, competition, homework, and keeping up their grades the cheerleaders find little time to relax. “But that’s part of being a cheerleader, and you have to be 100 percent sure that you want to be a cheerleader because it takes 100 percent toi do) the 'things-a cheerleader should do. When I go off to college I Wales Gait Onn Paul ies) Ue cheerleading,” said Dee Dee Deets. The cheerleaders had one of their best years ever. The varsity squad attended summer camp at Stephen F. Austin at Nacogdoches. Cynthia Goode and Nanny Stutts were nominated for All-American Cheerleader. Cheerleader managers Shelley and Shirley Farris. 67 Student Life Tracey waits for the go ahead from Cynthia to start cheer. Ugh! As the Varsity cheerleaders end their cheer. 68 Cheerleaders Cindy Johnson reaches for the sky on top of a human pyramid at the HP pep rally. Practice, Sacrifice, Hard Work Make Cheerleading More Than Rah! Rah! Rah! At the Texas Christian University summer camp, the J.V. squad was also nominated for the Award of Excellence. Alison Owens and Sandra Martin were nominated for All- American Cheerleader. ‘‘Cheerleading has become a part of my life instead of a hobby and I feel obligated to it’ remarked Sandra Martin. The Freshman squad won Junior Award of Excellence. They also all won blue ribbons. “It takes a lot of dedication. You have to work together .as a_ group,” commented freshman cheerleader LeeAnn Henrie. House-Bill 72 has also brought many changes in the way that spirit is promoted. It only allowed four pep rallies on school time. Sandra Martin, J.V. cheerleader, explained. She said “fewer people attended the pep rallies, but we kept showing our spirit and support in spite of all the difficulties.” LeeAnn Henrie stated that “although the House-Bill 72 limited the number of pep rallies we had, it did not affect the quality a whole lot.” Aside from House-Bill 72 cheerleading has changed in many other ways, too. “Cheerleading has become more of a sport in the last few years. It requires skill in many areas as well as good grades and good faculty relationships,” said Leslie Sadler. ‘Cheerleaders used to be chosen by popular vote. Now, there is more focus on intelligence, skill, and leadership abilities,” explaines Mrs. Linda Muhl, cheerleader sponsor. “It is returning to what it was intended to be — a group who inspires school spirit.” Nanny Stutts cheers to the student body. t during the Ti pt = =) wn as = 3} = ke as = aS =| ) = their school s school son J. §- fter cheer. V. cheerleaders clap and jumps a perform 69 Organizations Pacesetters Pacesetter members are: (row 1) Jamie Shipman, Kristen Crockett, Sherri Thompson, Kim Cowan, Lesley Langford, Beth Wright, Krvsla Threlkeld, Leah Patterson, Missy Morris; (row 2) Lynnette Con- ely, Aaron McSpadden, Kim Varner, Donna York, Tracy Estill, Tomarie Miller, Sherry Busby, Phyllis Miller, Wendy Mathiessen; (row 3) Paige Rich, Chana Haynes, Debbie Fyffe, Cindy Culpepper, Shante Hayes, Cathy Garcia, Cathy Henderson, Dena Farnsworth, Jana Pruitt, Lisa Lott; (row 4) Debra Decker, Lisa Reed, Priscilla Halbert, Misty Mar- tin, Priscilla Martin, Andrea Harris, Sherry Baldwin, Luann Mullis, Jen- nifer Johnson; (row 5) Shelly Easly, Lisa St. John, Melanie Guye, Terri Carter, Jennifer Avery, Leigh Ann Clements, Michelle Bentley, Shelly Combs, and Melinda Gatlin. rillteam sponsor, Barbara homas with the managers. y | | B Drillers Take on Kilgore and Take Top Honors By Turning Head Over Heels Know who turns head over heels. and jumps into the splits during football games? Guess who also performs at Maverick games, at Sidekick games, and on the stage in the spring. The answer is the North Mesquite Pacesetters. All of these performances took time to perfect, starting with summer squad practices and Kilgore ‘Tops in , ters danced their way to first place in the high kick, military, novelty, and jazz categories. Outstanding linemembers at camp were: Lisa St. John for the suitcase routine, Missy Morriss for the cane routine, Lisa Reed for the pom-pom routine, Lynette Connelly for the stool routine, and Terri Carter for the military routine. the judge chooses the ten best girls according to the different categories. Top Ten were, in order: Beth Wright, Lesley Langford, Krysla Threlkeld, Kim Cowan, Shannon Turner, Phyllis Miller, Misty Martin, Melanie Guye, Sherry Thompson, Kristen Crockett, Sherry Baldwin, and Angels Watson. Some of these places were tied between two Pacesetters. Drillteam Camp,” Paceset- Every year during tryouts, Pacesetters made a cane forma- tion at the Garland pep rally. Michelle Bentley, Misty Mar- tin, Dena Farnsworth, Jana Pruitt, and Lisa Lotte end a routine with a striking pose with pom-poms at the HP Pep Rally. 71 Organizations | { i i Second period J.V. Drill members are: (row 1) Christy Gregory, Staci Seabolt, Jennifer Dunn, Laura McDonald, Theresa Moughn, Jeanie Carden, Stacey Hale, Jeanne Hall, Renay Gray, Tammy Pace; (row 2) Kim Scott, Melissa Dickinson, Shannon Beck, Julie Barron, Georgia Nation, Ra- quel Stephens, Danah Stephens, Patricia Groblewski, Pamela Gustoff, Donna Hayden; (row 3) Susan Pyles, Kristy Echols, Kristi Miller, Andrea Wight, Heide Cook, Bronya Tuley, Debra Johnson, Rebecca Hernandez, Shauna Earp, Shannon Stover; (row 6) Bridgett Alford, Alison Orren, Kiellei Thompson, Chris Van Looy, Dana Mollett, Kim Holley, Dawn Bren- nan, Cynthia Hedgepeth, Deanne Welsh, Stacey Southern, Debbie Az- cue, and Laurie Cast. 72 JV Drill J.V. Drillers leap into the fal one of the basketbjl| performances. | M4 Drill Members Are ust Off the Pace It all starts in the month of March of their freshman year. During this time, try- outs are held for girls interested in participating in Dail the following year. � While in J.V. Drill, the girls learn how to condition, stretch, and perform new dance routines. Techniques if military, and jazz dancing nin th) ‘Lauren Lowrey performs a Jazz ‘outine. are taught by J.V. Drill instructors, who are currently line members of the Pacesetters These instructors, who were selected for their dancing abilities as well as their leadership qualities, consist of Missy Morris and Leah Patterson teaching 2nd period j. v. drill and Kristen The J.V. Drill line members hook-up in preparation for a series of kicks. Crockett and Jamie Hsipman instructing the 5th period class. During football season, the J.V. Drill classes participate in all pep rallies by doing hand routines. They performed during halftime at aJ.V. football game. Both classes danced to the song “Gloria” by Laura Brannigan. They also performed at basketball games. The 2nd period class danced to “Breakin,” while the 5th period class used “Rock-it” for their routines. After all the games are complete, the J.V. Drill goes back to strenuous conditioning. This is to prepare the girls for Pacesetter try-outs. Although not all J.V. Drill make the Pacesetter drill team, the ones who do make it will have a know-how of what is expected from them being ina drill team. J.V. Drill members line-up and get ready to please the crowd. Fifth period J.V. Drill members are: (row 1) Lisa Tolbert, Deandra Allsup, Bonnie Whitaker, Rhonda Hilburn, Lisa Moya, Lisa Feemster, Jennifer Jones, Toni Louremore, Shannon Knoblesdorf, Amy Newman, Laurie Gates, Shala Clevenger; (row 2) Tracy Lamp, Jacinda Arthur, Vicki James, Shelly Walthall, Karon Sparks, Tammp Buchheit, Shannon Wright, Traci Avon, Sherry Loomis, Tracy Mehegan, Lisa Muldoon,; (row 3) Lisa Ash, Cari Wallace, Melisa Chaf- fee, Sharon Tipay, Kim Monk, Staciy West, Lauren Lowrey, Becky Gon- don, Sofia Stutts, Jana Jessee; (row 4) Tara Ranken, Rhonda Himes, Sylvia Rodiguez, Cheryl Bain, Brandy Winkfein, Kimberly Johnson, Kristie Bullock, Pamela Huckabee, Tracey Badhart, Lisa Rash, and Jen- nifer Fletcher. Organizations To As The Year Progressed, The Big Blue Experienced A Different Season Every year has its own characteristics — identify- ing marks that make each different. But for the Big Blue, this year had an extra-large numb er of those marks. The characteristics took the form of changes. The changes started in the spring of 1984, when band director Mr. John Kline announced that in- stead of having the three separate concert bands meet during first period, each band would rehearse JoDella King concentrates on her music as she plays in the Christmas concert. 74 Band during its own period. JoDella King commented; “I like the schedule because there are always four directors ready to help anyone.” The next change occurred during the summer, when the band was preparing its halftime show. The Big Blue was introduced to Mr. Rob Towell, the fourth addition to the band’s staff of directors. With the arrival of Mr. Towell, the directors were able to teach the drills more quickly and polish them more thoroughly. As the season progressed, the outlook became doubtful that the Band would be al- lowed to participate in the Parade of Champions. The ef- fects of the Texas State Legislature’s new laws were being felt in the band pro- gram. Because the contest was to be held ona school day, the MISD administration denied the band permission to attend. The Big Blue, eager to take on longtime rival J. J. Pearce, was disappointed when what ap- peared to be the band’s on- ly chance at overcoming Pearce had dissolved. Spirits heightened, however, when Mr. Kline announced that the band would be able to attend a contest at Plano East High School. After weeks of extra rehearsals, the day of the contest arrived, but with a disappointing twist — rain. Heavy thunderstorms had | forced officials to call off | the contest. lag corps members execute a ‘reamer routine d how. uring a pregame Tuba players Daniel Louzou and James Cintron perform to “Tiger of San Pedro.” Dram majors: Kim onaven Hudson, (row 1) JoDella King, pres.; Edward Abar- quez, vice-pres.; (row 2) Stacie Loomis, sec.; Stacy Johnson, treas. Twirlers: Kristel Phillips, Merrie Anne Wilson, Doxna Person, Wend Davis, Lori Edwards. Flag corps: (row 1) Stefanie Hargrave, Shelly Verwerk, Melissa McFad- den, Heather Walker, Debbie Heurtin, Jennifer Pennington; (row 2) Melissa Perkins, Melanie Strawn, Kim Nottingham, Debbie Burchfield, Ginger Blackstone, Lisa Vestai, Neely Boyd; (row 3) Lynda Taylor, Julie Nichols, An- drea McFadden, Stacy Johnson, Lisa Carter. Drum line: (row 1) Keith Wilkins, Lara Stone, David Maddox, Tammy Johnson, Brent Fuller, Jane Perez; (row 2) Bryan Russ, Richard Hinshaw, Shelly Hanson, Edward Abarquez, Chris Thomp- son, Mark Nester, Richard Harwell, Kevin Shivers, Steve Tucker, Deven Ten- ney, Jon Foster, Kyle Hebert. Organizations 75 Once again the morale of the band plummeted. The band had nearly perfected its most difficult drill ever, but had had no opportunity to prove itself in competition. One last contest remained — the U.I.L. Marching Contest. In past years, U.I.L. was regarded as a chore because it did not reflect the band’s standing against other groups. This year, however, the contest was seen in anew light. On October 27, nothing Trum and Hrandon Lewis contribute their talent fo the band’s halftime program. Merrie Anne Wilson ends her routine which she performed at the gym concert, t players Sean Reyes — For The Big Blue, A Different Season Brought Welcome Changes was more important than earning the highest possible score. After a near-perfect show, the ratings were announced and the Big Blue received first division ratings from every judge. Mr. Scott Coulson reflected on the show: “I believe that this year’s performance at U.I.L, was ab- solutely the best I’ve seen the Big Blue perform.” The success of the Big Blue was, of course, due to the unity of the entire band, but the specialized groups within the whole added interest to the show. The twirlers impressed the audience with their displays of talent using batons and other equipment. Besides the main body o f the band, the flag corps was the most visible element of the halftime show, stunning the audience with precision and skill. Flag corps director Rick Davis commented. “The group has established a sense of identity that sets them apart from other groups in the area.” Leading the band through halftime were the drum majors. All were first-year drum majors and were regarded by director John Kline after try-outs as “the best we’ve had.” In the beginning, the changes that affected the band were looked upon with a doubtful attitude. After their effects were seen, however, it is clear that the changes in this year’s band were beneficial to everyone. Maribel Alvarez performs on her trombone at a football game. s her ing to “Tiger cert. Debbie Burchfield aw begin perform of San Pedro” at the gym con cue to helps ‘time. um major f ilities that jor, she later a drum ma ing a dr bh ged , Cc Pri ead the band through hal Joy yla “T en I 3 = Ww is} i=) Q, a @ ev v os es i=} 1:7) wn 3 is] 1S) iF) Q a = a) ‘=| 5 = S) Ka to 77 Organizations commented. Chorale Members: Ginger Blackstone, Neely Boyd, Lauren Bradbury, Tisha Brink, Sharon Carter, Elizabeth Castille, Roger Cave, Gary Colwill, Robert Doleshal, Tami Dooley, Ginny Dunne, Cheri Edmundson, Stacie Evans, Will Hall, Deanna Hipp, Robin Hosey, Philip Hunter, Ted Jakubowski, Helen Janecka, Troy Jordan, Craig Kuykendall, Randy Laxson, Priscilla Martin, Kara McClendon, Eryn McSpadden, Brad Merritt, LaDonna Patterson, Bon- nie Perkins, Donna Per- son, Kris Pyle, Mindy Renner, Kim Russell, Mark Schaerft, Jamie Shipman, Kirk Sipes, Kel- Livi (emit Dyas aur eat Stachowiak, Krysla Threlkeld, Robert Tolbert, Stefanie Wade. SS | 78 Chorale Unity Choirs Compete And Win Showing That They 2 Musically Supreme Hours of warm ups, hard work, and endless intona- tions of do, re, mi was what made Chorale one of the best choirs. Their harmonic sounds and articulate diction have won the members first division ratings at UIL Solo and Ensemble and Concert and Sightreading contests. The concerts that Chorale performed in: Fall, Christmas, Spring concerts, the Winter Festival, in which they performed with Chorales from MHS and WMHS, and the Pop Show, gave people a chance to hear their melodic tunes. ‘““Music is ‘an outlet for me. Sometimes, by singing, I can release some kind of emotion that even my best friend can’t help,” said Tami Dooley said about the impor- tance of music to her. Unity also continued its reputation of being NMHS’s best jazz choir of selected students from Chorale. Their songs ranged from modern rock to the hilarious antics of PDQ Bach. “In Unity, we do special things and sing different types of music. In Chorale, we sing classical music,” junior Brad Merritt commented about the group. Unity has performed in all of the concerts, sang the National Anthem at the Homecoming pep rally and ame, and held a mini Christmas Concert in the auditorium for the student body and faculty. “We get to do more performances, such as hospitals, recruiting con- certs, pop shows, and certain church functions,” com- mented Unity member Craig Kuykendall. Unity and Chorale’s tradi- tion of excellence has helped both groups gain recognition beyond the boundaries of NM. Bonnie Perkins sum- med it all up when she said “Mr. Council makes us work hard and even though we gripe, the way we sound after all the work really pays Ores ie et! aa - oe ts wre | Ee ee a tod � Chorale officers (Row 1): Robert Doleshal, Sharon Carter, Eryn McSpadden, (Row 2): Donna Person, Cheri Edmundson, Karen Stachowiak, Neely Boyd. (Row 3): Bonnie Perkins, senior, sings Kelly Smith, Priscilla Martin, Craig her solo at the Fall concert. Kuykendall. Mr. Tom Council looks on as the band prepares for the Homecoming pregame show. — SS ao? + ied es = -_ 7 f tenn, = = ®@¢enxz = ee SEBS Seen pees ener _ a7 ten _ a | aN weenie, §$Unity, (Row 1): Will Hall, Craig yy 1 | | h, a ie Kuykendall. (Row 2): Cheri Ed- § mundson, Sharon Carter, Brad Mer- ritt, Kirk Sipes, Kris Pyle, Ginger Blackstone. (Row 3): Kelly Smith, Neely Boyd, Philip Hunter. (Row 4): Bonnie Perkins, Tami Dooley, Stacy Evans. Unity performs to the theme of “Ice Castles” at the Fall Concert. a Pz Organizations 9 eA AN cAI SEO enemigos Show Choir, left to right: Lisa Burcham, Kathy Rodriquez, Beth Buckner, Merry Show Choir Officers, top to bot- Sheryl Harris, Cindy Hedgpeth, Lisa’ Miller, Melissa Jones, Vickie Harwerth, Cass Michelle Thomas, Lori | tom: Rashya Nathan, Patricia Buitron, Wendy Threlkeld, Becky Bankert, Williams, Tammie Buchheit, Angela Weatherly, Angie Tovey, and reki mie . eae Kerrylea Etter, Tricia Lumpkin, Beth Kuykendall, Terri Jakubowski, Carrie Bruce, F 4 4, rahi gt Buckner, Car Ashton, Tara McElewee, Sybee Holland Georgia Nations. Not Pictured, Toni Debbie Edmundson prepare for rie Bruce, Jane rerez. Jane Perez, Patricia Groblewski, Rashya Lowrimore Solo and Ensemble contest. Not pictured, Toni Lowrimore Natha n, Monica Woodall, Lorie Tackitt mnie nats aise sione i as et ee cae i arris, Carrie Bruce, ei am, and Rashya Nathan warm up while Mr. Tom Council directs. Concert Show Choir | (yncert Choir Members, Row 1: | pttie King, Casey Rawls, Jerrese rwile, John Browning, James pispen, Jim Snyder, Tammy j2lds, Michaela Sanford, Cindy | |lpatrick. Row 2: Angie Mc- ) (ure, Wendy Cox, Cindy Fill- mon, Chris McSorley, Brian Hopkins, Bryan Russ, Erin Van Meter, Debbie Edmundson, Lori Weatherly, Angie Tovey, Laura Curtis. Row 3: Mary Harwerth, Darla Bannister, Tina Maddox, Jimmy Lambright, Keith Hop- kins, Jacolod Todd, Brent Com- Two new choirs had form- ed from A Capella choir and Concert choir — a mixed freshman Concert choir and a Show Choir made up of juniors, sophomores, and one freshman girl. Though these groups have not yet at- tained much recognition from the school, Mr. Tom Council hopes that they will attract more interested students into choir. Concert choir was made up of more than 40 eager freshman boys and_ girls wanting to make it into Chorale. This apprenticeship helps the group mature vocally so that they can ad- vance into the larger choir. Show Choir, a larger ver- sion of Unity, does more choreographed moves to their songs and the group is Toni Lowrimore and Tricia Lumpkin attempt to stay in tune. James Thigpen tries to main- fain a straight face as he watches Mr. Council. made up of girls. “It’s ter- rific! It’s so much more ex- citing than regular formal choir. The music has more pizzazz and beat, which is closer to our music,” said Patricia Groblewski, speak- ing of the group. Both choirs have appeared in all of the regular concerts plus Solo and Ensemble and Concert and Sightreading contest in hopes of capturing a first division rating. This year, the Show Choir girls accompanied Chorale girls to UIL competition. This co- laboration gave the girls a chance to work with the larger group. Mr. Council felt that the potential of both choirs had a lot going for them. “First of all, the potential of both choirs was very good. There was a good group of freshmen this year and the Show Choir has a wonderful sound going for them. If both choirs really work hard at what they do, they can. ac- complish anything.” EATS RR PRE ERAELE ORSON IT Concert Choir Officers, (Row 1): stock, Amy Evans, Michelle Thomas, Karen Baily, Christina Crum. Row 4: Holly Ethridge, Laura Mays, Dana Grinstead, Candi Toczic. Casey Rawls, Mary Harwerth. (Row 2): Dottie King, Keith Hopkins, Debbie Edmundson. (Row 3): Angela McClure Organizations yi ll 81 After All the Rehearsing, the Drama Department Has Got What It Takes ‘Guys and Dolls’ Lights! Make-Up! Costumes! Rehearsals! What is all this? The Drama depart- ment, of course. Sponsored by Renee Clark, the Drama department presented two big productions, ‘Voices From the High School” — a play, and “Guys and Dolls” — a musical. Although neither produc- tion could be performed dur- ing the school day because of the new school legislation, each was presented twice in the evenings and the auditorium was packed! After a month of three and four hour rehearsals each night, the musical finally began to come together. Costume plans were final- ized, sets were created, and props were found. Although practicing dialogue was em- phasized more in the preparations for “Voices From the High School,” the singing and dancing rehearsals were just as perti- nent in “Guys and Dolls” as were the speaking parts. For this reason, as well as the fact that “Guys and Dolls” was a musical, the chorus was a large, important part of the production. Freshman, Mary Harwerth said, “Being in the musical was fun! Although I was on-} ly in the chorus, we worked| hard. It was also a great way to meet some _ interesting | people.” With the lead roles being} portrayed by Kryslaf Threlkeld, Woody Robinson, Donna Person and Craig} Kuykendall, ‘Guys and} Dolls” opened on Thursday,| February 28, toa full house. | cont. | Tami “Dooley, Tammy Taber, Rrysla Threlkeld, Alison’ Orren and Cheri Edmunson strut their stuff in “Guys and Dolls.” ‘ysla Threlkeld and Woody binson, the perfect couple in uys and Dolls” Standing: Ginny Dunn, Mary Harwerth, Melissa Jones, Jer- rese Carwile, Becky Bankert, Tricia Lumpkin, Jane Perez, Lori Weatherly, Carrie Bruce, Kerry Lea etter, Toni Lowri- more, Debbie Edmunson. Sitting: Tricia Schillenburg, Lara stone. The cast from “Voices From the High School” Robby Brewer and James Thigpen perform in “Guys and Dolls.” Rodney Moffett, Karen Sharon Carter, Donna Person, Neely Boyd and James Cintron “protest” in the spring musical. Donna Person explains her Philosophy in “Guys and Dollis.” Noody Robinson, Chris Gist, trad Merit, Philip Hunter and Will Jall catch up on the latest news in ‘Guys and Dolls.” Organizations 83 x = =e. v ou : ss w sé Ss 39 38 : 35 cee : a g wes Stas! WYO . x C =e wos = = Es $e =e Sos S cx a oF OPE ec QAxs nS ms | = a Se i) 2) = o 5 7) Se ) ad Ne 3 @ - Be min as c= Ros aS ‘ te we 29 sa _s eg ge s 276 © se OMS 5 Oo Ae fs 84 Drama ‘Voices From the High ;chool” cast members: Kelly mith, Lonnie Pollard, Shawn ’eterson, Chris Gist, Kevin Jones, Voody Robinson, Brian Mayes, tobby Brewster. Drama Department has What It Takes “Being in the musical was an enriching experience,” said Freshman, Emily Mur- dock, “Although it was a lot of hard work, it was a very enjoyable experience and a lot of fun!” Sophomore, Jane Perez remarked, ‘“The musical was a great experience. It was amazing how much we got done in one month. We spent many hours after school rehearsing on songs and parts, but in the end, the rehearsals really paid off.” The musical was well- received, not only by the general public, but by the students as well. Junior, Wendy Davis said, ” “Guys and Dolls’ was a very well performed musical. Donna Person’s portrayal of her character, Sarah Brown, seemed very realistic. Woody Robinson and Krysla Threlkeld did an excellent job with their characters too, as did Craig Kuykendall. The scenery and musical score added a lot to the play, especially in Havana. Over- all, “Guys and Dolls’ was ex- cellent. I feel it was the best musical I have ever seen.” Drama SS = Orchestra Proves That They’re Not Fiddlin’ Around Constant after school rehearsals, various tempo beats, and stopping and then starting over again were just some of the trials Honor and Symphonic orchestra had to go through. Their dedication to a group was what made each group stand out individually. For the past year, both or- chestras have performed in the regular concerts plus Solo and Ensemble contest in February and Concert and Sightreading in April. In order to prepare for the con- tests involved, students had sectionals after school to perfect their technique meticulously. “The members of the orchestra are really uni- que. Each has an individual style and way of con- tributing.” commented bassist Billy Vaughn. “It is great the way each does their part and pulls together as a whole. This helps make performing easier and also makes each perfor- mace different.” In February, Donna Person, Honor Orchestra, First Violins: Lillian Alvarez, Kerri Bittenbender, Karlene Brown, Andrea Harris, Sherry Loomis, Donna Person, Dana Pruitt, Melody Roberts, Cheryl Stewart, Tammy Taber, Vonna Thornburgh. Second Violins: Lara Butler, Laurie Colgrove, Aaron Frith, Gena McElyea, Kim Morris, Verna 86 Honor Symphonic Orchestra Joey Sloan, Vonna_ Thorn- burgh, and Craig Smethie were chosen to represent NM’s orchestra at the TMEA conven- tion in San Antonio in which each were named members of the TMEA All State orchestra. About the overall attitude of the group, junior Vonna Thornburgh said, “I think it’s very good, We work very hard, but have fun doing it.” Of Symphonic orchestra, Maribel Alvarez said, ‘The attitude of the group is superb. Everyone takes part wholeheartedly at the concerts to please our audience.” Orchestra wasn’t just hard work and practice. Later in the year, trips to Six Flags and San- dy Lake Park relieved some of the tension. One reason for the or- chestra’s success was due to the students years of playing their instruments and largely to Mr. Weldon Minnick. Most of the upperclassmen had been playing strings for about five to seven years, which gave the group a boost. cont. Pecht, Melissa Scott, Jerry Wagner, Cristie Webb, Sheila Wood. Viola: Matt Baker, Debbie Burchfield, Bryan King, Kim Mank, Nahn Tran, Debbie Watkins. Cello: Julie Butler, Leslie Cain, Melissa Clark, Sharon Ellis, Paul Hunter, Troy McQueen, Darla Roberts, Double Bass: Robert Booth, “Joey Sloan, Craig Smethie, Scott Smith, Billy Vaughn, Flute: Laura Diaz, Missy Harris. Oboe: Shelly Vorwerk, Clarinet: Michelle Eddy, Kendra Mc- Curry, JoDella King, Bassoon: Lara Stone, Elizabeth Breed. French Horn: Neely Boyd, Courtney Deal, Kara McClendon, Brad Merritt Trumpet: Craig Kuykendall, Wendi Rice, Bryan Tomes, Steve Weger. Trombo Charles Mayne, James Townsend, Karla Ge Wendy Plumer. Tuba: Daniel Louz Percussion: Richard Harwell, Mark Nes! Harp: Chery] Stewart. Section Leader Andra King and ‘‘nidirea Hattis vibrate their gibi ast at the: Fall con= :, cert. ‘ deel i Ld Harpist Cheryl Stewart keeps an hee He dye gt i ruil Pore: : pane ye on her music and Mr. Minnick. ee a eaiccioeeereia | — f i) §=Mr. Weldon Minnick directs Pst tanare HH ean lags Moats ; Cy aera Ea et the Honor Orchestra at the Fall Concert. E . | , “| “ Gelloists Paul lesan Bethy Ardanowski stay’ gn rhythm: ‘with tra.at the. Fall. concert, ; ea 1 Allee ! 1 or : 7mphonic Orchestra, First Violin: Chris Thompson. Viola: Maribel Alvarez, Ar- Tammy Rutledge. Oboe: Bryan Tomes. Vaughn, Sheila Wood. Tuba: James Cintron. ve Crabtree, Sharon Hogue, Andra King, thur Koenig, Merry Miller. Cello: Beth Ar- Clarinet: Tara Daves, Melanie Strawn. Bass Percussion: Brent Fuller, David Maddox, Jane ddie Laxson, John Perez, Heath Price, danowski, Ronson Page, Mike Posey, April Clarinet: Debbie Burchfield. French Horn: Perez. Section Leader ngela Thomson, Joe Valdez. Second Violin: Sauceman. Double Bass: James Cintron, John Darla Bannister, Donna Person. Trumpet: -nn Bright, Paige Calhoun, Katrese Cook, Fornero, Debra Greer. Harp: Merry Miller. Laurie Colgrove, Julie Stockard, Debbie ‘lody Johson, Chris Jones, Tad Renfro, Flute: Vickie Harwerth, Jennifer Pennington, Watkings. Trombone: Karlene Brown, Billy Organizations 87 . sift 4 jos ha het els viedade ! Wise MM Maesteg het Leslie Cain, sophomore, concen ] 1 | PR tCTT PR IE HN (BER tone Mt hr ai POM i itt Ahh trates on her music for UIL. i continued from pg. 86 “T have been Pleats bass for five years,” remarked Joey Sloan, ‘and have been study- ing under Mr. Minnick, one of the premiere bass teachers in Texas, for five years.” What most people recognize in Mr. Minnick was_ his understanding, patience, and musicality, said Tammy Taber. “He is an excellent high school director. He has just enough sense of humor to keep the class from being bor- ing. Yet he pushes us to do our very best — that’s why we are the very best.” answered An- drea Harris. Sheila Wood cor cluded, “Mr. Minnick brings out the musician in us. He’s a very talented conductor, and he’s’ what makes the music ‘happen.’ Where would we be without him? Certainly not Honor Orchestra at TMEA!” Donna Person and Vonna Thornburgh watch Mr. Minnick as they prepare for an upcoming con- 88 Orchestra = =e SES oe tp as = = 2s =o ge Sos Sheey MiG eS Yes 2S 5 oa wUs SSeS ore) o . members Donna Person, ie. Smeth ‘4 raig TMEA All State Vonna Thornbur Joey Sloan, and C t the Fall concert. illian Alvarez keeps an eye on r music a cers, (Row 1:) = .) wy 8 = S = er. Vonn Debbie lody Roberts, , Julie Buél ghn Me S, ri h Billy Vaug Burchfield, Missy Mor (Row 2:) S ood, a Thornburgh, Tammy: Taber, Joey Sloan. 7 ¥ eila VW Symphonic Officers: 1:) Beth Ardanowski, Joe (Row Alvarez, Maribel Steve Crabtree. Valdez, Sherrie ohnson, Melody J 2:) Andra King, Mike Posey. (Row Hogue, 89 Organizations accom- senior, Boyd, he orchestra on the French Hin during a rehearsal. yi Nel Piies t, Sandra Burkheimer, Verna Pecht, and Marcy Wojtkowiak raise the flag one early morning. ROTC queen and her Court: Marcy Wojkowiak, Sandra Burkheimer, Tricia Schellenberg, Cherrie Harper, Valerie Wingler, and Elizabeth Wingler. Tricia Schellenberg, ROTC queen, and her date, Joe Elrod, take time to enjoy the Military Ball. ROTC Cadets, (Row 1:) Maj. Roger Guynn, aoe Doyle Couch, Sandra Burkheimer, Scott Wo- jtkowiak, Erich Clevenger, Jeff Thorp, Marcy Wojtkowiak, Scott Davidson, Stacey Green (Row 2:) David Bolton, Chris Gonzalez, Tim Ezelle, Al Aleman, Mike Simmons, Andy Bill, Frank Kassela, Scott Koger. (Row 3:) Chris Jones, Rene Molina, Phillip Starr, Howard Hunter, Mike Posey, Calvin Booker, Trent Tedder, Elizabeth Wingler, Mike Rassmussen, Jonh Pat Lee. (Row ? 4) Jason Fellers, Donald Cott, Charles Nutt, Julie Quinteros, Tabby Gardner, Abby Vasquez, Bran- don Lee, Vicky Trimble, Lyn Williams, Christie Snaders. (Row Cherrie Harper, Bobby Monk, Brian Odom, Becky Smith, Gary Winsett, Mark Snaders, Mike Taylor, Ky Nygunen, Rochelle Konoiak, Susan Robertson. (Row 6:) Chris Magn- ty, Donald Mumma, Steven Beard, Brad Austin, Bruce Eaton, Randy Laxson, Rusty Ratliff, Avery Falk, Jody Paugh, David Washburn. (Row 7:) rn Jeff Leisure, Sabrina Wellman, Jennifer 5% Brad Austin, Jimmy Doolin, Brian Duncan, Farmer, Malee Hunter, James Hutto, Li ) Eudy. (Row 8:) Brian Roel, Rick Bednarsky a4 Conners, Herman Luna, Don McCauley, ike Watson, Verna Pecht, Mark Wha?% Christopher, Valerie Wingler. (Row 9:) Pilip Alonzo, Damon Carter, Patricia Patlan, san Isabell, Paul Ackel, Jay Fenstamacher, ‘™ Stehn, John Gibson. A Company, (Row 1:) Louis Vera, Tricia Schellenberg, Verna Pecht, Erica Walsh, Gidget Wilson, Vicky Trimble, Mark Wharton. (Row 2:) Malee Hunter, Michelle Parnell, Clifford Cozby, Abigail Vasquez, Ronda Skelton, Brian Roel. (Row 3:) Tabby G ardner, Micheal Smith, Donald Cott, Trent Tedder, Rene Molina, Phillip Alonzo, Richard Bed- narski. (Row 4:) Sammy Hunter, Brad Conner, Kristopher KlIdd, Rodney Moffett, Joe Cozby, Oe ny: Company, Row 1: Brad Austin, Sabrina ‘Ilman, Jennifer Sellner, Avery Falk, Tonya ckley, Michelle Garcia, David Washburn, (Row 2:) nny Eudy, Phillip Johnston, Scott Carpenter, ith Dalton, Jimmy Doolin, James Hutto. (Row 3:) gela Chumbley, Pam Eldweas, Becky Bradford, ke Rasmussen, Jody Paugh, Terry Farmer, John Julia Quinteros. (Row 5:) Hermond Luna, Don McCauley, Gary Hopkins, Micheal Watson, Charles Nutt, Mike Posey, Phillip Starr. (Row 6:) Patricia Patlan, Tim Ezelle, Micheal Simmons, Damon Cater, Tommy Barham, Pete Hanvey, Jay Fenstermacher. (Row 7:) Tony Yarborough, Andy Bill, Joe Elrod, Scott Wojtkowiak, Erich Clev- enger, Jeff Leisure. Newton. (Row 4:) Steven Beckham, Lori Schmidt, Chris Gonzalez, Craig Allen, Stephen Boyd, Jennifer Shramm. (Row 5;) Karen White, Melanie Wright, Jeff Thorp, Brian Duncan, John Pat Lee, Bobby Duke, John Gibson. (Row 6:) Frank Kassela, Scott Koger, James Fenstermacher. ROTC Groups Show That They are Masters of Strategy “ROTC is a class that demands only enthusiastic people. The students that are ashamed to wear the uniform, or embarrassed to let their friends know that they are in ROTC, are not needed,” was, senior, Jeff Thorp’s view of ROTC. “You have to be your own person to be in ROTC. You can’t just go with the crowd; you have to be yourself.” To many who do not fully comprehend what ROTC is and what it teaches, have yet to learn about it. ROTC is not only an organization that teaches military skills, as map reading, first aid, but also discipline, self-confidence, leadership, responsibility, Cc Company, (Row 1:) Ky Nguyen, Kristi Sanders, Rusty Ratliff, Mark Sanders, Elizabeth Wingler, Sandra Burkheimer, Marcy Wojt- kowiak. (Row 2:) Kevin Stehn, Sherry Patton, Susan Robertson, Trey Leard, Mike Taylor, Cherry Harper, Donald Mumma, (Row 3:) Tausa Jones, Rachelle Kanomiuk, Al Aleman, Jennifer and patriotism. ROTC offers extra activities as Color Guard, Rifle Team, and Drill Team to those whose interest in the military grows much farther. These groups have competed in regional con- tests that have taken them as far as Galveston, Wichita Falls, Huntsville, Shreve- port, Louis iana, and several Forts around the state, in which they won various first division awards. “I feel it benefits an individual great- ly. The basic skills taught ap- ply not only to the military, but also towards ordinary, everyday) life.” |said sophomore Tricia Schellen-berg. Students see ROTC, at first, as a way to get rid of Ferrell, Erica Walsh, Sabrina Sunday, David Austin. (Row 4:) Thy Williams, David Bolton, Bryan Odom, Gary Winsett, Bruce Eaton, Scott Davidson. (Row 5:) Steven Beard, Delfina On- tiveros, Regina Green, Becky Smith, Chris McGinty, Robert Monk. Organizations wenn ree rere Masters of Strategy their P.E. credits, but later ’ enjoy the courses that it teaches. “I was first compell- ed to join ROTC to be on the Rifle Team, but after I sat through the first class, I found out that there was more to ROTC than just play- ing army.” remarked senior, Stacey Green. During the year, ROTC held its annual Turkey Shoot, which anyone, students and teachers, could participate in attempting to win a free turkey for Thanksgiving, and the Military Ball, which was held at the VFW in Mesquite on March 22, where Tricia Schellenberg was crowned ROTC queen “T was really surprised to even be nominated, let alone be voted queen,” said Tricia. “Everything was like a dream; unreal, and exciting. I really felt special to think they thought enough of me to elect me queen. When they called my name, I near- ly passed out.” Rodney Moffett said, “Iam really glad that this school offers ROTC. I cannot stress how much I have learned and improved myself and my attitude. If you need an attitude adjustment, ROTC doesn’t need you; you need ROTC.” Cherrie Harper and Elizabeth Wingler present the cake at the Military Ball. 92 ROTC Organizations 7) ws 9) £ 8s : = eee Sb : ERS 25 H = a So = 3 5 £ 3m a eE= = 2 er 25 2 csc = SEs == = ae ow ] ar Oxv2 ee —s= gS Se = Bs Fs on Sg SO: a's Ling = Sete cH eo SOEs = al) Bk =. y me os e's Ses wes os s SS ous a5 SE S82 5 bcs ial UI OAS Pe Wingler, Sandra eee cae ae Wingler, i hs at attent } ie 4 ae s REE = o° OS Sy Soe i) 2a a a = = psy ke v g SESS om Sy mM YY eoSag =x RS ssn Paga u as g i=] v © h a Us hy SP ne Os S= ox SS Ai Y o os Y wy Cis a} 3 13) ze 3s a ) a6 ) ae m= a Sart 25 17) tw F se — Ss Ball Gi 38) é 9 The word “Go” seen at the east side of the stadium, a siren that signaled another touchdown, a group of girls yelling their lungs out, and a white Stallion running down the other end of the field with a group of guys was typical of an NM Friday night football game at Memorial Stadium. The two involved with greeting the visitors and providing a mascot to boost morale were the Blue Br igade card section and the Stallion Battalion. The Blue Brigade was in charge of greeting opposing 94 Blue Brigade Stallion Battalion Stallion Battalion and Blue Brigrade Team up with Sirens and Yells teams and help the cheerleaders with their col- orful cards. Sponsored by Mrs. Linda Smith, the Blue Brigade met sometimes in the morning and afternoon to prepare for home games. “1 think the card section is a super way to promote a visual spirit that lets other fans know how proud we are of NMHS!” said sophomore Becky Gondol. The officers of Blue Brigade help out in assigning and the storage of cards. ‘The president calls out the instructions and the librarians sort the colored cards so that each person has the right cards to perform the design, then returns the cards to storage after the game.” explained Blue Brigade sponsor, Linda Smith. “The Stallion Battalion’s main objective is to promote school spirit.” as said by Vice President, Sam Bailey. Besides being the main ob- jective of maintaining school spirit, the Stallion Battalion was also in charge of pro- tecting Spirit at football games and for its mainte- nance. The group also aided the Varsity cheerleaders in} some stunts as_ building] pyramids and selling mums for Homecoming games. Anyone who wishes to ap-] ply for the Stallion Battalion must be voted in by the ma-) jority of the group. The ap- plicants must also maintain) passing grades and good) records. “I think that many guys have the wrong idea about the Stallion Battalion” and are afraid to apply.” said. Mark Wood, President. “I think that it is an organiza- tion to be proud of. It really can be a lot of fun.” Blue Brigade Members: (Row 1:) Mrs. Smith, Kim Johnson, Pam Gustoff, Pam Huckabee, Debbie Johnson, Lisa Moya, Heidi Cook, Gina Halt, Rhonda Weeks, Susan Pyles, Andria Wight, Tara Rankin, Sylvia Rodriquez, Theresa Maughn, Shannon Stover, (Row 2:) Stefanie Powers, Cari Wallace, Kim Scott, Brandy Winkfein, Allison Orren, Christy Miller, Melissa Dickinson, DeAndrea Allsup, Cheryl Bain, Lynn, Bonnie Whitaker, Jennifer Fletcher, Lisa Rash, (Row 3:) Wendy Threlkeld, Carrie Bruce, Amy Newman, Deann Welsh, Karon Sparks, Tammie Buchheit, Tammy Peace, Stacy Julian, Stacy West, Tracy Mehegan, Lisa Muldoon, Traci Boshart, Lisa Feemster, Stacy Hale. (Row 4:) Tracy Malone, Cindy Hedgpeth, Keilei Thompson, Shannon Fields, Shelly Walthall, Christy Gregory, Susan Sanders, Renay Gray, Julie Barron, Georgia Nations, Rhond Hilburn, Stacey Souther, Jeannie Carder. (Row 5:) Jennifer Dunn, Holley Casey, Shannon Beck, Tricia Groblewski, Chris Van Loey, Jennifer Jones, Shauna Earp, Rocky Kirk, Debbie Ahrens, Beth Ardanowski, Amy Heaps, Donna Kauitzsch, Wendy Burkhart, Amy Dickey, Shannon Wright. (Row 6:) Kristin Salas, Bridget Alford, Bronya Tuley, Dana Mollett, Kim Holley, Lisa Tolbert, Sara Ghafur, Tracie Avon, Laurie Gates, Shannon Knoblesdorf, Sharon Tipay, Jana Jesse (Row 7;:) Shelley Cockes, Becky Gondol, Donna Hayden, LeeAnn Henry, Leslie Sadler, Staci Seabolt, Laura McDonald, Xan Cooper, Rhonda Himes, Rhonda Burton, Jill Sink, Becky Hernandez, Kristy Echols, Cindy Ferrara. (Row 8:) Sherry Loomis, Sandra Martin, Sofia Stutts, Shannon Watson, April Plunk, Raquel Stevens, Lisa Skinner, Lydia LaNoe, Cindy Johnson, Marlene Waters, Stacey Bowden, Julie Owens, Tammie Driggers, Tracie Lamp, Laurie Cast. (Row 9:) Lisa Ash, Kristi Bullock, Vickie James, Jan Farmer, Beth Ashton, Cheryl Thomason, Yolanda Lopez, Amanda McPherson, Susan Martin, Allison Owens, Sarena Mathis, Michelle Alexander, Pam Marweg Blue Brigade Officers: Front Row: Michelle Alexander, Stefanie Powers, Pam Marweg. Back Row: Tracy Malone, Linda Smith, sponsor, Wendy Threlkeld Stallion Battalion: Front row: Matt Foster, Mark Foster, Rolando Guz- man, Jeff Lisle, Will Hall, Phillip Miller, Russell Pedri, Paul Myers, Ryan Finch. Back row: Mark Wood, Sam Bailey, Jim Bob Holley, Julie Brooks, Tim Thrasher, Mark Jasek, Darrel Evans, Ron Daniels, sponsor. Organizations Students Paint, Paste, and Cut to Produce Fine Art Who paints those awesome run-throughs? This is a ques- tion that one might hear at any given North Mesquite Pep-Rally or football game. The answer is, of course, North Mesquite’s awesome Art Club. Sponsored by Ms. Cathy Bradley, the Art Club creates a new run-through each week during football season, only to see it ripped to shreds by the Stallion foot- ball team. Jeff Feinglass said, “The Art Club gives us something to focus on. The first thing I notice at a Pep-Rally is the run-through, and then | ‘run-through’ it at the foot- ball game. My favorite one from this year was the one that said, ‘NMHS — Texas Best.’ ” After a busy first semester, the Art Club takes a little time to relax, elect officers for the next year, eat donuts, and plan their banquet. This year’s banquet was 96 Art Club held on March 6 at Highland Park Cafeteria. Linda Gray received a plaque for outstanding achievement in the Art Club. Grant Richardson was recognized for designing most of the run-throughs. Commenting on the pur- pose of the Art Club, Cathy Bradley replied, ‘The Art Club tries to involve as many students as possible in pro- moting school spirit.” Along the same line of reasoning, Varsity football player, Charles Dubose ex- plained, “It makes me feel good to know that someone is really wanting us to win. Those run-throughs may not seem like much, but they are. Whenever I look at one before a game, it makes me feel good that they put in their time and effort, not just for me and the team, but for the whole school, too. It fires me up and makes me feel like I’m invincible — that I can’t be beaten.” Sandy Maxvill, Juli Quinteros, Chris Sheffield, Shane Withers, Melissa Seachord, Linda Gray, Keith, Warren Fowler, Cathy Sherry Hanus, Debbie Selling, Quillen, Stephanie Fothergill, Carole Kallaus ai fes on “just izations get ready ugh Ld . Ng concentra un-thro Organ te Selli e fF through g th “run gett rig: Art Club members Debb in t.2 for the Wat derby Ing Prepares ing nish put the f, m “Texas Best.” early morn on! The Art Club -through. I ting sessi Sheffield and Warren owler uches o ‘hris ‘Another Gi the Homecoming run As he anticipated the nee- dle, a generous Larry Holland patiently waits to give blood. To plan the meals for the entire student body, Karen Stachowiak and Doris Wood discuss different possibilities. YAC members: Doris Wood, Karen Stachowiak, Renay Gray, Karen Angie Stegall, Graham, and Carol Cooley. {i 98 Student Council Youth Advisory Council Saati ee Teen ee S . ._.. ee - . a 7 .S3 ST “SS WOO TR Listening intently, Cynthia Goode absorbs information at a Student Council meeting. _—.. =. 2 44 4% 4 LRA 4% s444? +4 4 WW 17 ‘ +4 ; ee aay ae hee In the Interest of Fellow Students These Groups Work for Guess who decorated the office Christmas Tree? Who helped work the Blood Drive tables? Who decides what the lunch menus will be? If you ‘guessed the Student Council and the Youth Ad- visory Council, you were right. Both groups benefit the student body, but in dif- ferent ways. The most visible of these two groups is the Student Council, whose members are elected at the beginning of each year by their classmates. “The Student Council organized and unified the student body, and also in- formed the students of events and happenings around the _ school,’’ Stephanie Powers stated. “Members of the Student Council act on behalf of the student body to make changes and initiate pro- grams that benefit both the students and the school,” Randy Trosper said. The first activity of the Student Council was decorating the office Christmas Tree. They also sponsored the Annual Blood After being good Samaritans and giving blood at the Blood Drive, Chris Hamilton and Brad Winkfein put pressure on their arms and drink orange juice to replenish lost vitamins. Drive on February 4, collec- ting blood in the event that an NM student may need it. There were 74 pints col- lected from students over the age of 18, or 17 with their parents permission. Another activity, a teachers’ luncheon, was given on April 25 in the teachers’ lounge. The lun- cheon is held every year to show appreciation for the hard work and dedication of the teachers. The menu in- cluded barbeque, beans, and potato salad, and the members of the Student Council brought the salad and desserts. Youth Advisory Council, the other service group, met on the third Thursday of every month. The students work with the cafeteria per- sonnel to provide students with balanced meals and help correct or clear up pro- blems with the food. “Sometimes we taste-test food before it’s served. We also had a bake sale at Easter, a Christmas Brunch for the teachers, and a Senior Breakfast on May 15,” Karen Stachowiak explained. i LRG HEREOSCONF ETRE STUNT BBTETIEET Student Council members: Cynthia Goode, Nanny Stutts, Barrett Haberer, Tracey Way, Randy Trosper. Row 2; Cindy Johnson, Julie Owen, Angie Stegall, Kristin Salas, Angie McClure, Cindy Ferrara. Row 3: Jen- nifer Dunn, Wendy Threlkeld, Laura Mays, Donna Kauitzsch, Kimberly Russell. Row 4: Brian Ishmael, David Burgan, Xan Cooper, Greg Goode, Brian Gloden, Rhonda Weeks. Organizations 99 Hardworking And Dedicated, The NHS And Speech Club Make the Grade the groups dedicated to academic ex- cellence are the National Honor Society, sponsored by Helen Griffen and Mrs. Gloria Benevedes, and the Speech Club, sponsored by Mrs. Connie Hetzer. The National Honor Socie- ty is made up of students with one thing in common. They excel in academics. Many of the members par- ticipate in other school- sponsored activities such as sports, band, cheerleading and drill team, but this is the only organization that recognizes students who maintain high grades. “It (NHS) makes me feel like making A’s is not a waste of time. I. feel like somebody appreciates my work,” Two of “What is this stuff?” Randy Trosper asks Barrett Haberer as they box up the food for the NHS canned goods drive. NHS Speech Marian Temple explained. Meeting regularly, the Na- tional Honor Society once again sponsored a canned food drive at Thanksgiving for families in need. In mid- January they went skating at Plaza of the Americas. Another dedicated group of students is the Speech Club. Attending tour- naments and UIL contests keeps the members busy preparing the materials for their debates. Junior Marian Lea said she joined the Speech Club because, “I wanted to gain experience in communicating with other people. Communication is important, and sometimes people do not do nearly enough of it.” Miles Haberer and Chris) Miller listen intensely to thi plans for the ice-skating party, Trae “Why do we have to meet sooo early?” Andrea Harris objects while Michelle and Tracy Mehegan contemplate life. President Barrett Haberer obtains the attention of the NHS to start the meeting. NATIONAL FORENSICS LEAGUE Front Row: Erich Hurst, Robby Hamilton, Wendy Davis, Ellen Carroll Back Row: Connie Hetzer — Sponsor, Brian Mayes, Jim Holley, David Myer Not Pictured: Donna Hayden, Melissa Perkins, Dwight Reid, Woody Robinson, Lisa Vestal, Jay Propes, Brent Fisher, David Farris, Kris Kath, Christina Jackson SPEECH CLUB Front Row; Elizabeth Haley, Jennifer Johnson, Charla McDill, Julie Fuller, Trent Tedder Second Row: Marit Tangen, Ky Nguyen, Lara Stone, Erinn Wilcots, Patsy Burkey, Kim Mank, Greg Wilborn Back Row: Steve Gillespie, Jason Had- dock, Tony Bo Sunekear, Brent Denton, Robert Clouse, Russ Paulov NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY Front row: Ms. Benevides, Anne Morris, Andrea Harris, Tommy Hubacek, Sherry Blue, Barret Haberer, Randy Trosper, Elizabeth Haley, Tracey Way, Steve Novakovich, Karen Stachowiak, Linda Taylor, Edward Abarquez, DeAnn Holloway, Kayla Price, David Marrel Row 2: Jenny Leggett, Kristy Williams, Amy Ashmore, Alison Owens, Cindy Ferrara, Leslie Sadler, Cynthia Goode, Debbie Parker, Ronnie Aga, Tara Daves, Melissa Perkins, Bob Vukasovich, Shelley Vorwerk, Andrea McFad- den, Bryan Tomes, Danny Owen Row 3: Randy McCormick, Jimmy Lee, Donnie Aga, Mike Vestal, Steve Kauitzsch, Leslie Cain, Lisa Carter, Daron Moor, Jeff Kofahl, Mike Rasmussen, Howard Hunter, Leah Alysia Gamblin, Jamie Southern, Suma Matthews, Sean Landry Row 4: Becky McElyea, Ellen Carroll, Lauren Bradbury, Cheryl Hartman, Cindy Culpepper, Kristen Crockett, Melany Guy, Robby Babb, Amy Kilpatrick, Lisa Tyree, Christina Dwayne Butler, Mechelle Marshall, Wendi Carver, Heidi Cook, Carrie Aldrich Row 5: Courtney Deal, Vonna Thornburg, Carrie Laughlin, Marian Lea Tem- ple, Shelley Easley, Pahyllis Miller, Aaron Frich, Kristi Miller, Robby Lopez, Amy Wilson, Stacey Souther, Cathy Oper, Windy Mattheissen, Charla McDill, Lisa Muldoon, David Myer Row 6: Shelley Cockes, Cindy Heelgpeth, Raquel Stephens, Becky Gondol, Tracey Mehegan, Paula Clark, Lisa Vestal, Teresa Lester, Phillip Hearn, Melissa McFadden, Wendy Davis, Erich Hurst Organizations 101 Organization officers prove to be Leaders of the Packs over With acknowledged organizations on the North Mesquite cam- pus, there is a need for an in- dividual to preside as the leader of each organization. thirty These individuals were elected by their fellow members for their leadership quality and for their ability to get along with their peers. In the foreign language clubs, Richard Gotthardt was the leader of the Latin Club, Tommy Hubacek was the French Club President, and Kelly McPherson was elected as Spanish Club President. As leaders of new organizations, Donna Per- son, Zell Yates, and Michelle Mehegan must preside with Club Officers Co-editors Sherry Blue and Edward Abarquez oversee eleven staffers during production of a yearbook. Billy Vaughn is first chair bass player as well as the president of the Honor Orchestra. strong authority in order to strengthen the clubs. Zell was president of the Aerospace and Aviation Club while Michelle was captain of the Whiz Quiz Team. Donna became the first president of FCM — Fellowship of Christian Musician. The Student Council and the NHS provided notewor- thy service to the school as well as the community. In charge of its activities, Bar- rett Haberer was president of the NHS. As a_ four-year member, Cynthia Goode was the elected president of the Student Council. Large groups like the Blue Brigade, ROTC, and FHA need leaders that can keep a large number of students in order. This was handled by Stephanie Powers, president of the Blue Brigade, Kristen Crockett and Karen Stachowiak, class presidents of FHA, and Stacey Green, battalion commander of the ROTC. During the _ football season, three of the most spirited groups are the Stallion Battalion, the Cheerleaders, and the Pacesetters. Leading these groups are Mark Wood, president of the Stallion Bat- talion, Cynthia Goode, head cheerleader, and Leslie Langford, captain of the Pacesetters. In the music department, talent as well as leadership must be present in all leade of the organizations. Robet Doleshal, a four year choij member, was the presiden of Chorale. Billy Vaughn, ¢ regional bass player, Wai president of the Honor Or chestra while Jodella King an all-state clarinet playe! was president of the Big Blue. Another kind of leader ship is found in the jour nalism department. The rolt of being editor-in-chief mus be played by an experience individual. The editorif chief of the newspaper Sia was Dena Farnsworth, fit editorship of the yearbod) staff was shared by She Blue and Edward Abarquez As a second-year flag corps captain, Debbie Burchfield teaches the routines for the football season. Preparing notes is one of the many presidential duties Cynthia Goode has as president of the Stu- dent Council. After beating out thirteen other hopefuls, Leslie Langford became the Pacesetters captain. Organizations 103 104 Aerospace Whiz Quiz Aerospace Takes Trip to Houston and Comes Back Spaced Out Aerospace and Aviation is an organization that deals with space, flight, and the aspects of flight. It was open to students who were in- terested in aviation and the operations of planes. To be in this group, members had to maintain passing grades, especially in math and English. “This group has been the best group of Aerospace and Aviation students since I have been at North Mes- quite. They were chosen ac- cording to their interest in Aerospace and Aviation and how well they performed in previous English and math classes,” explained Mrs. Pinston, Aerospace and Whiz Quiz team challenges brains with the sponsors. At a meet with Western Hills, Elizabeth Haley, Karen Graham, Richard Gothardt, and Michelle Mehegan concentrate on the ques- tion. Aviation sponsor. Reading books, studying art, watching the news, and keeping up with the current events, is part of the daily routine for a member of the Whiz Quiz team. “We read newspapers, news magazines, watch other teams compete, research our own questions, and scrim- mage against other teams,” commented Richard Gouhardt. Whiz Quiz Ist: Ronson Page, Ky Myguen, Carrie Bruce, Ker- rylea Etter, Karen Graham 2nd Row: Elizabeth Haley, Jamie Cox, Craig Kurkendall, Edward Baptista 3rd Row: Jackie Foshee, Tracy Mehegan, Tommy Hubacek, Michelle Mehegan 4th Row: Mrs. Allen, Ms. Dugan : ates checks out the cockpit of the “Shuttle Stimulator. ia Mrs. Glenda Pinkston, Zell Yates, Angelo Casaburri (Aerospace Education specialist and NASA briefer), and Mrs. Pinkston’s son, Chris, explore the mock-up of the space station that is expected to be deployed in 1989. Bids have recently been sent and a contract is to be awarded this fall. eee avon Row 1: Tim McKenzie, Joe Hatfield, Donna Duke, Chris Pinksto. Row 2: Keith Higginbotham, Jeff Gouge, Shane Nicholson, Amy Parker. Row 3: Brian Pinkston, Glenda Pinkston, Tracy Hagar. Row 4: Zell Yates, Ran- dall Keel, Keith Crockett, Tony Soneraer, Bart Stiles. Organizations 105 CLUBS OF , AMERICA - HOCT members: first row: Debbie v Donaldson, Melissa Jensen, Christina _ Jackson, Corolyn Kinman, Kris Kath, Trina True, Pat Santos. Second row: Edwards Cam- pos, Michele Cooper, Kim Guyton, Sandy ankin, Kernie Brashier. Third row: Andrea Hall, Katy Horton, Tam- my Watkins, Donna Schindler, Melanie McGill, Victor Salas. Fourth row: Mrs, Brenda Young, sponsor, Erinn Wilcots, Stephanie Davis, Michele Jensen, Lisa Drummond, Tommy Barham Health Occupation Students of America is a program _ in which the students work in health related jobs for half a day and go to school for half a day. These students participate in competition events all the way the National level and in the annual Town East Mall wale Vocational Display. They also plan social events and comimunity service projects and have field trips and guest speakers. Also, claims Ms. Brenda Young, HOSA ponsor, “The students youth organization is involved the development of leaders.” CE members: first row: Kristy Dalton, Mora, Krystal Rabe, Angela Jones, I n Hall, Kellie Molina, Laura chmerber, Tammy Oakly. second row: Kristi lone, Gina Oakly, Leila Ghafar, Dianna ath, Monica Montoya, Kelli Brents, Renee Hobbs, Kim McAfee. third row: Jimmy Scott, Kim Cater, Donita Russell, Melissa Cohen, Pam Morrow, Kelly Curry. fourth row: Mrs. Taylor, Kerri Porter, Cindy Goode, DeLynne Lucas, Ray Everett, Scott Ahrens, Byron Linsteadt. The work program Cooperative Education combines one hour of class with fifteen hours of on-the-job ex- _ perience each week. All jobs must qualify by involving homemaking skill such as day care centers, food service Seniors Marvin Waters, Dale Wilkinson and Brian Fahey learn cutting techniques in Building Trades. State Qualifier Jeff Allen works on another of his many brilliant projects in Drafting. Work Groups 107 David Austin, works intently with the milling machine in Metal Trades. Eric Leerssen, displays his pla- Se and medal that he won as a tate Qualifier in Metal Trades. Auto Mechanic David Reed proudly shows off his project that enabled him te become a State Qualifier. a ectrician Russell Winslow }) plains to novice Michelle mond, both juniors, how the vice works. Work Groups 109 Glenda Pinkston: Aerospace and Aviation, Biology I. Lynnell Prater: Homemaking I, III. Phyllis Reed: Physical Education, Health, Girls JV Basketball. Julie Reynolds: English Il. Jan Richardson: Typing I. Cindy Riley: Algebra I, II. Ben Robertson: Government, Psychology, Girls Track, Cross Country. Sammy Rusk: English Ill (H). Bill Scott: Senior counselor. Robert Shiflet: Business law. Cynthia Smith: American History, World History. Linda Smith: Geometry, Algebra I. Patsy Spikes: Physical Science. Claude Tarver: Intro to Algebra, Algebra I, Varsity Football. Bill Taylor: World History, Outdoor Ed, Varsity Football. Cheryl Taylor: HECE. Marjorie Taylor: World History, Latin I-IV. Ron Taylor: English IV, Trailblazer adviser. Carolyn Teagle: Secretary. Denise Theriot: Intro to Algebra, Training, Fundamentals of Math. Barbara Thomas: Pacesetters, JV Drill, Physical Education. Kathy Tidwell: English II, Il. Joan Timms: Reading Skills, Reading Improvement, English ESL. Janice Tonroy: Home Furnishings, Home and Family Living, Home Management, H omemaking II. Ed Trew: Adv. Metal, General Metal, General Electrical Systems. Larry Wagliardo: Computer Math I, II. Charles Weeks: Fundamentals of Math, Intro to Algebra, Frosh Football, Basketball. Dottie Wells: Registrar’s Secretary. Ray Wilson: DE I, Il. Betty Wohlschlager: English I. Wesley Wyatt: CVAE. Brenda Young: HOCT (PEL). 110 Faculty From Fixing Clocks and Lifting Weights, NM Faculty Have Unique Hobbies - Five years ago, Mrs. DaNaune Bloodworth oe a call from her ather to fix one of his clocks. She agreed to tty, and after suc- ceeding, she started a hobby that is still going strong. “TT find repairing clocks very interesting because each clock is different. It also pro- vides relaxation and a change of pace. I enjoy the challenge and the ense of accomplish- ment when I finish the job.” Mrs. Bloodworth explained. Another teacher with a unique hobby is Mrs. Linda Muhl. Several years ago when she was teaching American History, she decided she wanted to master the early American Mrs. Muhl has learn- 2d to crochet, bake with yeast, make jams and ellies, and do tole pa in- ting. She does these things because, “It’s so far from my_ school responsibilities that it is a welcome respite.” pel of the male teachers have athletics-oriented hob- bies like weight lifting and running. Because of his self- proclaimed small size in college, Coach Ken- ny Barnes became in- terested in weight lif- ting. Since 1 was smaller than most of the other guys, I felt lif- ting was the key to my being able to compete against bigger people.” Mr. Robert Shiflet claimed, “Running im- proves the cardio vascular fitness and also promotes a positive attitude.” As her hobb MG Mrs. Bloodworth fixes clocks. She finds repairing clocks in- teresting because each one is different. Standing next toa life-like painting of a cowboy, Mrs. Cathy Bradley displays an example of her hobby, painting. Playing horseshoes with his son, Mr. W. a Minnick relaxes at his lake cabin where he also rue ys doing many of his other hobbies: playing tennis, water skiing, boating, gardening, hunting, and camping. People 111 NM Clubs Prove to Have Dedication North Mesquite is made up of different kinds of peo- ple who show their dedica- tion in assorted ways. Whether a student chooses to give up a class period and credit to help out in the library or in the office or, chooses to give up some ex- tra sleep to attend an early- morning FCA_ devotional makes no difference; in either case, students are displaying their support for an organization at North Mesquite. The Fellowship of Chris- tian Athletes is a non- denominational organiza- tion that encourages students to become closer in a friendly, Christian at- mosphere. Sponsored by coach Gary Blair and coach Debbie Deaton, FCA offers students a chance to express their faith and grow spiritually by attending retreats and early-morning devotionals. Library and office workers are there to try to take some of the pressures off of the librarians and the ad- ministration. Things like shelving books and looking up schedules may not seem time-consuming, but when Library helpers work hard keeping files straight and books in line. Office Workers Row 1: Johnny Benavidez, Suzanne Doughty, Kay Southern, Linda Gray, Eva Robles, Cynthia Dennis, Lois Jones, April McLemore, Greg Hernandez Row 2: Kurt Brockman, Richard Pearson, Lee Brading, James Johnson, DeeDee Deets, Laura Man- ly, Julie Nichols, Janice Burnett, Donna Schlinder, Vincent Guerra Row 3: Sloan Newman, Jennifer Jacobs, Steve Skinner, Michelle Kirkpatrich, Dana Anthony, Pricilla Martin, Mary Wallace, Cassie Phillips, Chad Pearson Row 4: Jeff Gloden, Joe Ward, Mike Collins, Darrell Petter, Curtis Arther, Suzanne Lee, Paul Cannaday, Chris Hamilton, Todd Ferrera, Heath Bobo, Jimmy Blair, Randy Kelly, Scott Wojtkowiak, Marty Zumbrun, Larry Holland, Jeff Feinglass, Robert McIntosh 112 Library, Office Workers FCA you have hundreds to do each day, things can add up. Among other things, office workers deliver passes, escort new students to classrooms and deliver notes to teachers. Library workers shelve books, check books in and out, and keep track of library fines. Even though the job are different, the pur- poses are the same, to keep North Mesquite operating as efficiently as possible. a One smile to a customer! M| Flowers checks outa book card. brary Workers nt Row: Susan Kraps, Amie Tan- Row 3: Mary Ann Morgan, Ann Mary Trespeces, Robert Tolbert Flowers, Tim Ocnaschek | y 2: Jackie Gilbreath, Valarie Not Pictured: Randy Cott, Sylvia ngler, Keri Kyser,Sybee Holland, Rodriquez, John Stephens, Melisa nald Cott Morris Girl’s FCA Boys FCA Row 1: J. J. Davis, Earnie Row, Jim- my Blair, Tim Glassen, Eric Halver- son, Mark Leone, Chris Limmer, Coach Gary Blair Row 2: Jeff Stone, Donnie Lancaster, David Johnson, Brian Ishmehl, Scott Pittman, Nor- ton Diaz, Robby Vaughn Row 3: Layne Trosper, Bill Morris, Eric Fultz, Oscar Rosales, Mike Hender- son, Shannon Shary, David Sepalvada Organizations 113 Check Out $e4—z4 +t | ; paac +—+ | = —+—t RESESs | {{ + _} _} _}_4__ c= —¥ es Oe. ye ow i iota + Lt a a | ; ; | ' ; Chest out our academics. With the ar- rival of the computers used in the business and math courses, the new propositions of House Bill 72, and the formation of our academic decathlon, we have developed an even stronger emphasis on our academics. We have proved that extra- curricular activities are not our only strong points. The new regulations call for a passing | grade of 70, and for the first time seniors | had to pass English IV to graduate. Many seniors struggled with their grades in order to receive their diplomas. 114 As shown by Steve Skinner, we had to hit the books in order to stay in our extra-curricular activities. Cindy Page is one of the hun- dreds of Seniors who had to be more studious this year. 116 House Bill 72 Mrs. Glenn stayed after school to tutor her students, and like Melissa Jones, many appreciated the extra help. “Ig this 1€?” Claudia Perez asks Ms. Mitchell in an after-school tutor- ing session. Even though it was early, the band played on! lany students had some ouble supporting the Stallions early morning Pep-Rallies. A Business Magnet, a State Legislature and the Governor Produce Sweeping Educational Changes with “Who is H. Ross Perot?” This is the question students began asking when the State Legislature met in July of 1984 to hear the report of Perot and his “Blue Ribbon” Committee. Indeed, who is this man whose opinions suddenly had the power to change our lives? It soon became com- mon knowledge that Perot was the multi-millionaire head of Electronic Data Systems and an obviously successful business man. But what has that got to do with school?? Many teachers felt that since Perot was not involved in education and had no such background that he was not qualified to review Texas’ educational system. Ms. Peggy Bowdoin remarked, “Mr. Perot nor any member of the Gover- nor’s ‘select committee’ was in the field of education at the time of their appoint- ment. Mr. Perot needs to teach at least one year before evaluating the school system in Texas! I am not qualified to review a corporation; I am an educator.” Ms. Cindy Riley agreed, “He should teach school for a day!” One teacher commented, “A group of men and women who deal in education as well as a panel of students would make a better review ' board.” Regardless of opinions however, the legislators took Perot and his suggestions seriously and created the controversial House Bill 72. The effects of the new legislation were felt in all areas at North Mesquite. The Big Blue Band was forced to skip the Parade of Cham- pions when it became evi- dent that they would have to miss a day of school to attend. Athletes became more and more apprehensive as each game day approached. “Will my grades be good enough?” they wondered. The entire student body protested the curtailing of field trips and the abolishment of Pep- Rallies during school hours. Many students became apathetic about school. One student commented, “Why should we even try to do well? They are just going to keep taking things away.” “Morale is lower than it has ever been,” a faculty member stated, ‘Teachers want to leave and students can hardly wait to graduate.” Ms. Martha Adcock said, “We, the students and teachers, feel trapped by something that is beyond our control.” House Bill 72 also brought into existence the Essential Elements, a curriculum guide of sorts that created even more paperwork for the already overburdened teachers. Many teachers felt that the Essential KLlements were already being taught and that keeping track of them made no sense what so ever. “Teachers have taught the essentials always. Now we have been asked to keep track of them — a useless clerical task that wastes time and detracts from teaching,” one teacher said. One faculty member summed things up rather well stating, “We've been doing them for years. Now we have proof!” ere meee eemennn Academics Whiz Quiz team at practice. Robby (come to Jamaica) Babb tries to find some infor- mation SCuuan PRliiiL Kim Davis and Randy Trosper spend their time in the school library. 118 Whiz Quiz Whiz Quiz members show their teamwork at a meet against Western Hills. Whiz Quiz Team Shows That There’s No Wiz Like ‘ nt ‘ Quick thinking, a battle of the wits and a brain filled to capacity with knowledge is what has made Whiz Quiz a success. The members of this group challenged other schools in the area in a Con- test of wits to see who could accumulate the most points in several rounds of competition. Though they did not make the semi-finals, NM’s Whiz Quiz team still qualified as the area’s overall leading scorer. Formed by Miss Cora Dugan and Ms. Karen Allen by recruiting students, members of the organization were accepted according to how well they “tested.” Each applicant was given either an oral or written test in the field of their choice containing questions similar to those used in the contest, and when possible, were ® checked for speed with the use of the buzzer. “The Academic Decath- alon is a contest which in- cludes six choice tests, an essay, two speeches, an inter- view, and a Super Quiz event,” explained Steve Novakovich. The Decathalon was sponsored by Mrs. Dugan and Mrs. Allen. The students were chosen on the basis of grade point average, diversity of course load, and teacher recommendations. Although this was the first year for the NM Academic Decathalon the team members did very well. Robert Babb won a silver medal in Fine Arts, Steve Novakovich won a silver medal in Fine Arts, Avif Jaf- fers won a silver medal in Language and _ Literature. Randy Trosper won a bronze medal in Social Sciences. Academic Decathalon Competion — The Winners 1. Mathematics 2. Fine Arts 3. Language and Literature 5. Social Science 6. Science 7. Seven minute interview 8. Two minute impromptu speech 10. Essay Writing 11. Super Quiz — Team Scoring Robert Babb Silver — Fine Arts Steve Novakovich Silver —- Fine Arts Avif Jaffers Silver — Language and Literature Randy Trosper Bronze — Social Science Junior Ronnie Aga prepares for another meet of the Academic Decathalon Academics Some Teachers Prove to Have Jeckyll- to-Hyde Syndrome During a Christmas carol, Mr.John Kline, along with Mr. Coulson, Mr. Towel, and Kevin Sedota, takes a time out from direc- ting and perfecting. 1 20 Teachers Picture if you will a crowded hallway on a typical Monday morning full of students “eager” to get to their second period class. Among the crowd, the typical Senior, fresh from a first period nap, is walking slowly, making sure that the people around him can read his hard-earned. pat- ches on his letter jacket. Not far away, a Junior can be spotted and heard telling his friends how much he “party- heartied” during the weekend. Behind him, a Sophomore is listening and at the same time telling “freshman” jokes to his colleagues, forgetting that he too was a Freshman just months ago. And around the corner, a Freshman, with a worried look on his face, can be seen dodging elbows and squeezing through cramped spaces trying not to commit the cardinal sin of being tardy to class. While observing the everyday life at North Mes- quite, you are greeted with sect ean Sanka NE LT RT kn AnSAil an overwhelmingly friendly “hello” from your fifth period teacher. You are shocked by this sudden outburst of kind- ness, but you manage to greet him back. Later that day, you get to that same fifth period teacher in class and you say “Hi, how are you doing?” and he replies, “Sit down and get to work!” Does this sound familiar! It’s a case of the “Jeckyll-to-Hyde” Syndrome that affects some teachers. Although not as se- vere, some teachers have the knack to be friendly out in the halls but then become severe- ly strict and school-minded in class. Their easy-going selves in the halls are exact opposites of their hard, impossible, and time-consuming assignments in class. A prime example is Ms. Martha Adcock. When you talk to her, her nice and easy- going personality makes you wonder how she could come up with those detailed 20th Century Europe essay tests and her famous one-hundred ques- tion government exams, Mr. John Kline, the band | director, is the classic case ofa | musical perfectionist. Although his wacky sense of | humor is a refreshing change | from other teachers, you won't | feel like laughing when he | yells at you for playing wrong note or the wrong | rhythm or not playing at all! Another perfectionist is Mrs. Barbara Thomas, the dri team director. At the gam where the Pacesetters perfor she can be seen chatting away with the girls. What you wou not see is her ordering the g to do a routine over and oy again during drill practic What would you give to not! singled out of eighty girl Mrs. Thomas if you got out of step or did not kick enough. To her and Mr. Kl practice, practice, and practice just might perfect! Setting his sense of humor aside, Mr. Larry Wagliardo goes back to teaching Lisa Vestal and Ajith John about computers. Ms. Karen Allen relaxes before handing out a dissecting project to her Biology II students. Mr. Bob McCarty grins after assigning a four page essay on the Decline of the Roman Empire. Mrs. Barbara Perry is known for her good comebacks targeted to her smart-mouthed students. After taking it easy in the teachers’ lounge, Ms. Linda At- taway must now face the music by ! going to her French I class. As SRE AAR EET IN PBT ORY ATT TTS, Academics ‘4 i | Wa People Division C heck out People. We had the largest Freshman class to ever enter our school. With a total of 803 students, making up almost one third of the total enrollment of 2533. Even though they had more students than the other grades, they were still ‘‘underclassmen.'' We had Sophomores who had to adjust to life after Freshman year. Above them were Juniors. They had a year that consisted of research papers, PSAT exams, and prom preparations. And then the Seniors. As minor ‘'rebellions'’ of the student body, they had to adjust to the new school regulations of House Bill 72 after living with the old rules for 11 years. As they waited to get out on their own after the May 27th graduation, they reigned as the leaders of the school. fay 8 | jor Elfen cen- td. spot jun Nathan con a ya pates in the Latin Club her music during choir 8 1ssin Carroll partic car wash. trates on rehearsal. Junior Rash | 3 Zz A Super Class a Edward Abarquez Michelle Ackel Scott Aldrich Alfred Aleman Heidi Alexander “The ‘Seniors of BS! is a super class. f feel like we are the greatest) class te come throagh, North Mesquite.’ Suzie Mersy- man, Senior Class Presi- ALE BLT TUTE OTE LOVSRRRE PNT LS PORTE RECT EN | Saal Ane eee Eres planned by Suzie and her tonterparts were Seniors Night at Partners after the Mesquite North Mes- guite football game, the ice skating party at the Le perdehde Lata bienichtehhamdateleshchheeelendec bhatt UT U LOTT TANT BOOTLE LUPUS ET “The senior class of 1985 is definitely a very outgoing group of people ‘TOUPG SDE teRL RS RTD Ae CONC Y MEY MUR smEES 4) TELAT AEROTE RD STON RCO Ae eee Maman ene | aE mA Ee mRANS tee Mm US RT TT GG Ch Hee TRIE Ok Th 4G FONT G NG tne HC CINE LA ree ee ee dent, saicl. She felt that the senior class hag mary leaders in the group and was highiy respected by teachers and underclassmen. Some of the activities President Suzie Merryman Vice President Chris Hamilton oecretary Belinda Garza Seniors 1 ad me e ad 06 290 t RIT TOTS EES ROREREELLER TT d0 Mastaroneen name rRUTESSmsGsews Se enteres merase mane Plaza of the Americas, and the Powder Puff game, which helped raise more than $1000 tor the Prom. “TL felt really good after planning the Powder Puff game anc raising $130, 00.” Suzie explained, They. are also in charge of plan- ning theirclassreunion. “As a senior class of- ficer, | feel my duties are to take the responsibility of — planning activities that we can look back to remember our senior year,” Chris Jam Haxnilton, Vice President, explained. Chris felt the� class of 85 was unique, be- Jing the first graduating class. effected by House Bill 72. Earlier in the year, Chris made baseball .All District, 2nd Team. Belinda Garza, Sec- retary, was ecstatic atter being elected. “It’s really a big responsibility and not all glamour, but to see everybody happy and hav- ing a good time) after weeks of preparation for an event isa, reward. within ttselt, shesaid, Hi { e ‘Merryman. gives ide of the story at a trial on) Student | Daya tispign Fe ig Craig Allen Jeffrey Allen a Raguel Allen Jason J Alley eZ 1 Alvar J a Ka Abe ‘son. er obert Anders Leland And R on Starla Anderson Roger Andrews Danah Anthony Donna Armstrong Arthur tis Amy Ashmore Cur Vanna Attaway avid Austin D tin S Ayers ster Au rol Le d C R ‘obert Babb yne Baber a Dw Bailey Matt Baker Kelly Ball Shelley Bannister Sam Senior — Stats _ { pee) ‘Bannister artless FHA; Steve Bavker (10 27 90) frosh JV - basketball; varsity baebali; varsity footaalh FCA Darary Berrett (8 22 66) Manotie Barrow (9 D866), hgnor, _jad2) big blue band Janes Beeson (6 14 S7) calculus chub; VICA ; Johney Benavides: (2 12 67) ) Deborah Hakney (10 1127 66) VOE; blue prigade, OEA ‘Lisa Blevine (9 27 67) big blue Spanish club: NHS; YOR; OFA “Sherry Blun (10 22 66) Tresblazer staff {curedites. sports . editor); NHS; Frenen club; JV drill; blye brigade: NJHS; Honor Roll; Young fate Larry Blunt (3 28 67) JV, varsity basketball: DEICA Heath Bobo (2 6 67) Frosh, JV, var- © sity fuothall Bobby Bocth (2 25 67) Orchestre; DECA (parliamentarian) Neely Hoyd (4 14 '67) honors, big | - plud band: flog noms; concert, uni- ty, chorale (librarian); honor or: _chestra, Thespian; CM @:reasurer) French club Paul Bradbury (22 1) 26166) VICA, Kirnie Brashier (6 5 67) Syme. phonic. jazz, honors. big. blue band; Staliionaires’ drum | lime; “honor orchestra; Nostea Creato; FIA; DECA; HOSA | Blizabeth Breed (675157) syimi- phenie, bonus, big blue band; art chib; PAA: honer crchestra + Kelii Brent (6 19 67) PA, varsity ) swimming HECH: blue brigade ‘Pamela Bight (5 41 67) jaws, hierar, big, blue «band; JM {treasurer®, Uo tisha Brink (6 26 68 WV dnl blue 9 “btigade;: coriert, acapella. unity, | — thezaye: German club; big blue Kurt Brockman. (4 17) 67) atunual) + staff) (phetographer) cotinselor ebsisiant: fpanish club Julie Brooks (1720 66) track; cross country; | Slatiion Battalion ‘Sweetheart; OBA; PHA; VOR janet: Bryant (976 67) concert Choirs varnty swim team (captain? }V dril Science club, French carb; blue brigatle � Wherry] Buckner (10 14 66) frosh, f¥ track and cross county; FCA; fterich club: MDE Deborah Burchfield (10 27 66) honors, big blue band; Hag corps; syitipbonic) orchestra (president): honors orchessta {vice president): Annual staff: Catin club; FCM: iat ‘owlub; ail region Urchestra walie Butler (216 67) hhorors or- chestra. (librarian); All-Region or chestra; VIL state solo and ensém- bie, Latin club; FCM yames) Caia (975 67) varsity panctals Spercsh club (soci! crais- i ten) seence club; academic _ decathalon Tammy Bannister Steve Barker Danny Barrett Tim Barron Marjorie Barrow James Beeson Johnny Benavidez Antje Birkner Deborah Blackney Lisa Blevins Sherry Blue Larry Blunt Nilliam Boaz Heath Bobo Greg Boling Bobby Booth Neely Boyd Paul Bradbury Kernie Brashier Elizabeth Breed Kellie Brents Pamela Bright Tisha Brink Kurt Brockman Julie Brooks Michael Brooks Chris Brown Randy Brown janet Bryant Chery! Buckner Deborah Burchfield Kelly Burns Julie Butler James Cain Jim Cain listens to a representative for invitations Trying to decide the number of invitations, Todd Ferrea finally makes a decision. Leila Ghafur shows off her senior t-shirt with pride. Heidi Alexander stands tall when being fitted for cap and gown. Senior Affair What is a_ senior? What do they do? For one thing they spend money. Being a senior is fun but expensive. There are things seniors have to buy — cap and gown, which is about $30, announce- ments, which varied, in cost, and senior pictures. Along with the ne- explain about the packages. cessities came the im- portant expenses, such as the prom, an annual, with the name on the cover, of course, and homecoming. There is a list of things seniors buy that add up fast. Think about the tickets to football games, the powder puff game, and the basket- ball games. Or what about the senior park- ing lot sticker for a privilege to walk in the rain? Bobby Montes added to the list with, “Dur- ing pep rallies all of our group had to get ar- ticles of clothing or something that we had to use in the pep rallies, therefore causing a great expense.” Being a senior is ex- pensive and as Trinia True said, “Being a senior costs a lot of money and without a part-time job I don't think that I could have afforded it. People 127 Linda Campbell Jaime Cangas Paul Cannaday Lisa Carr Kimberly Carter Sharon Carter Wendi Carver John Caton Roger Cave Kim Cavender Beth Chapman Carla Chapman Todd Chapman Tracy Chappell Craig Clark | Minutes Before an Exam, | Students Discover the Art of ) choice. But for the ma- jority of the reaso they cram because they “ig the art of. ring?’ Students it as “trying to an excessive are stricken with the t of ky led uy bra Bil ini | discover the at | cramming as soon as 1 28 Seniors Lori Clark Nina Clayton David Coffman Melissa Cohen Rhonda Coker Clay Cole Mike Collins Lynnette Conely Denise Cooksey Melissa Cordero Julie Cornelius Brian Costa Randolph Cott Chris Coursey Kimberly Cowan Ken Craft Keith Crockett Kristen Crockett James Cummings Kelly Currey Marvin Curry Matthew Curtis Kristy Dalton Mary Darnell Senior Stats Kimberly Daves (4 1 67) Academic Decathalon; Science Club; Spanish — Club; NFIS; JV Ori: FHA Greve Davis (4 5) 67) Frosh Poot ‘hail; Spanish Chib Dianna Deets (6 31767) Co-Heai Queen fsaac Deltoro (1 28 67) Varsity, )V, Football and Seccer Trainer, ICT; VICA; Bpaatsh Club; HOSA: HICSS; Concer! Orebesira Mia (Dennis (11 22 69) Sootball: Track { Sadwa Dial 4 11 68) Varsity Bo Ball: FHA David (diai 16 7 1, 66) Frosh Footbeil: MDE Laura Diaz (10 8 66) Big: Blue; Band; Orchestta, Art Clup Mark Dilodovicn (11 22 66) Track; Science Clab; Spanish Club Robert Doleshal (1 3 67) FOM: Frosh ®Ball; Chorale (Chaplain Pres.) Detra Donaldson (11 9 66) HOSA-HOCY (Pres. Parliamer- ‘taviza); Natl. Forensic League Valerie Dexvson (12 29 66) FMA; Spanish club; OEA (vice pres.); VOE Virginia Durmne (1 7 67) Blue biiged.; Drame; concert, @ capella choi; chorale James (Geho.w (11 2 67) art club; Drares) French club Christina Bawards (1 3 67) Nat, Big Blue; Hono. symphonic dard, avt chab: Catia cheb; NAS folin Edwesds (1 5066) varsicy Zoorball (mgr) varsity baseball (migr.); Spanish chib Claire Elsey (11 13 66) GHIA; young life: Blue brigade; Spanish club; jv drt Pacesetters Rovanne Ericson 17 27 67} PHA; track; young fife: jv basketball (imgr.) Kenia Faciane (2 28 67) FCA; jv soccer: varsity Soccer; Spanish chub Dena Faresworth (6 11 67) FCA; Pony Express (edison), Mostra Creatio; jv dsili, Paceseteers; frosh, jv yalleyball; biue brigacle jeffrey Farr (6 24 67) frosh, jv, var- sity) baskerball; French club; Spanish club David artis (11 2 66) frosh, jv, varsity football; varsity track, PCA; FHA; NEL Wendy Faulkner (7 11 67) Honors, symphonic, Big Blue band, FCM Todd Ferrara (11 13 66) frosh, jy. varsity football; frosh basketbail; jv vaseball; varsity track; student vouncil; young life; sophoincre class vice-president: Ben Finklea (5 29 66) frosh football Brent Fisher (8 5 67) POA; FRA; football; Spanish club; Speech club; dyama Carmela Fisher (4 26 67) oF chestra; FHA; Spanish club; Blue - brigade Todd Flentie (4 17 6 7) jy, varsity cross country; frosh. varsity track; German club; drama Cydney Forman (9 24 66) FHA Dorothy Forman (1 24 67) BCA; jv drill; Biue brigade; frosh, jv basketball arsity Qreerleader, Homecotning Jeff Davis Kimberly Davis Steve Davis Dianna Deets Isaac Deltoro Jim Dennis John Denny Danica Dial David Dial Laura Diaz Mark Dilodovico Robert Doleshal Debra Donaldson Valerie Dotson Chris Dulaney Ginny Dunne James Echols Christine Edwards John Edwards Sharon Ellis William Ellis Joe Elrod Claire Elsey James Embrey Parking in Egypt Seniors are given rivileges that includes special parking lot. ome seniors feel this is good idea, although it hould not be located y the tennis courts. As ‘ictor Salas explains, “I 1ink it is a good idea ut I don’t think it nould be as far away ‘om the building as it , now. I think that the 2nior parking lot 1ould be right behind 1e school.” Along with the ‘nior parking lot there also an assigned � ace that each senior is | park in for the rest of ie year. As Robby amilton said, “I think at is a very good idea. att Baker takes his daily p to his parking space. Roxanne Ericson Tim Ezelle Kevin Faciane Dena Farnsworth Jeffrey Farr David Farris Wendy Faulkner Todd Ferrara Ben Finklea Brent Fisher Carmela Fisher Todd Flentje Cydney Forman Dorothy Forman Felix Foster This way you know “That should be a that your parking space privilege for sopho- will always be there in mores and juniors. the morning and you Seniors should get to don’t have to play park closer.” Or as chicken with another Miles Haberer ex- car for that space.” plained, “I feel it is a Even though the _ burden for the seniors senior parking was_ to park 200 yards from meant to be a privilege school when the for seniors it hasturned juniors are parking 20 out to be a burden. As_ yards away.” John Denny stated, The back parking lot is full but still has room for seniors. Deanna Hipp and Mary Trespeses converse with a friend in the senior parking lot. People 131 Hurrying between classes, Melissa Kay tries to find her books. Suzanne Lee and Lara Butler pause for a minute between classes. Brian Fitzgerald Kelly Foster Matt Foster Damon French Raffaele Gaines Jeffery Garnett Belinda Garza Cindy Gensler Steve Gentry Leila Ghafur John Gilbert Jeff Gloden Ronnie Glover Michelle Gonzales Cynthia Goode 132 Seniors Pictures of friends, mirrors to admire one’s self, and pictures of Rick Springfield or Ed- die Van Halan are what is normally found in- side a student's locker. Just seeing pictures and posters pasted inside lockers would help brighten a dreary day at school. As Donnie Stephens said, “Opening one’s own locker and finding memorable pictures of friends, a cheerful drawing or just a sim- ple keepsake hanging from the side is usually enough to brighten anyone’s day and put a smile on his face.” There are many ways to decorate a_ locker. Some decorate the in- Locker Fashions) side but still others decorate the outside for | special occasions such as birthdays or spirit. Paula Clark has another idea of decorating lockers, “You could © cover it completely in _ camouflage so as to make it look like there is a bush growing in’ the middle of the hall.” — Everyone has his_ own idea of how to decorate or brighten up | a locker. Some decorate © the inside with pictures | and _ posters while | others decorate the out- H side with balloons and | streamers. As Joe Elrod | stated, As long as it is | kept clean, people - should be allowed to_ decorate lockers. What } does it hurt?” { i) 7 ¥ Senior at Diana Goodman John Gotthardt Bart Graham Karen Graham Kenneth Grant Deanna Gray Linda Gray Jimmy Green Stacey Green Lewis Griffin David Grigor Vincent Guerra David Gustof Melany Guy Jason Haas Barrett Haberer Miles Haberer Tracy Hagar Priscilla Halbert Elizabeth Haley Alison Hall Michaela Hall Kerri Hallman Chris Hamilton H Hl , 1 } f ! Senior Stats Chad Hanipton (5-21-67) FCA; VICA; Frosh foot- bali, FHA Ae Sherey Hanus (1-3-67)Blue Brigade }V dill: Art Club; Spanish Club Kelley Sargis (4-28-67) Varsity Soccer, German | Club (officer) Laat Harmon (bsd67) ¢ Blue) Brigade; FCA; FHA, MDE; Young Life Amelrea Herris (7:19-67¥ Pacesatters; JV drill; Blue Brigade; Orchestra (officer); NH3, Literary Magazine; NJHS Honor Roll { Rhonda Hartman (11-13-67). Brosh Cheerleaser; PV. cheevleader; Blug Brigade Beth Hartsfield (9211-b6) Blue Brigade; IV deill PHA; VOE; OFF) Young Life | Shaite Haves (1-4-68) f¥ Drill FHA; Hive Brigade Pacesetters Diarina Heath ‘10-3 5-66} Pacesecters: JV doll; Blue Brigade; RECE FHA, Kathy Henderson (2-10-67), Breach Club: Ast Club: Blue Brigade: JV) drill; FRLA; Pacesetters Randy Hendricks (4-16-67) frosh, JV. Varsity football; OA) Young Sify; Tracey Hernandex (10: 2-663 ),V Goll PY Saccer Deboie Heurtin (2-4-6?) Honors Band; Flag Corps; Jazz Band Svisphenic Orca. Christi Hill €2-6-6) Volleyball; JV dill) FCA: DELandilt Pamela Hiller (10-46-66) Big Blue Merching Band: Ronors Band; FOA; JV, Varsity basketball; Speech Club; FHA; NIRS Dezane Hipp (12+5-66) Concert) Choir; Acapella Croir; Chorale; Catin Cieb; Honor Roll: NHS; NJHS Diron Hitt (8-12-66) Varsity baseball; frosh? JV, varsicy football; POA; Spenish Club Larry Holand (10-26-66) FRIOSH, IV, Varsity foot bali; Froeh Track, FCA; FREIA DeAnna Holloway (10-14-66) NES, Thespian, French Cab; JV dill; Blue Brigade, Frosh basketball Robbin Hosek (7-15-67) Concert choix; Acapella Choir; Crvtaler Blue Brigade; JV érill Chari6ra Houpt (10-21-66) Student Council; Spanish Club; FCA: Football; baseball; track; Powsr'lifang team Chervl Houser (10-19-66) Spaaish Clube FRA; Blue Brigade;)V¥ dill: Concect Choir Fomary Hubacek (8-26-67) Science Club (pres: Wnriz Quiz: HOSA, Latin Club; Honer Society; French Club Patrice Hudson (4-14-67) Spanish Clud Cheistina jatkson. (11-13-66) French Club; Speech Club NFL; Debate Team; FHA, Science Cinb; HOCT Melissa fersien (12-28-66) Blue Brigade; Track: Ger man Club; Newspaper StaZf; HOSA - Renee Jezierski ip (16-24-66) JV drill; Big Blue; French Club; Spanish Club Gpanish Club; JV Dri Club; French : Robert Hamilton Chad Hampton Sherry Hanus Kelley Hargis Susannah Harmon Andrea Harris Clinton Harris Rhonda Hartman Beth Hartsfield David Harwell Shante Hayes Dianna Heath Teresa Henderson Kathy Henderson Randy Hendricks Lora Hennig Tracey Hernandez Hunter Hertz Debbie Heurtin Keith Higginbotham Christi Hill Pam Hiller Deanna Hipp Diron Hitt Counselor Bill Scott helps james Townsend with some information about the When It’s Time for SAT’s, Students Find Themselves Getting There’s a phenomenon that few students escape. The symptoms vary little from student to student. The sweaty palms, the graphite smudges on the fingers, the gripping fear that time is slipping away... You may have already guessed what it is. Only a freshman or sophomore wouldn't recognize the signs. In any case, the symptoms all point to one thing — the college en- trance exam. Sitting in the test room, unexpected emergencies such as the dropping of a pencil can present a pro- blem. Edward Abarquez, however, found a solution. Instead of making a spec- tacle of himself by getting up in the middle of the test, Testy he stretched his leg out to its full length and, with his foot, brought the essential pencil within the bounds of his grasp — definitely less conspicuous than quietly retrieving the pencil through conventional methods. The SAT, probably the most common test, consists of two parts — verbal and mathematics. The max- imum score for each section is 800. Students in Mesquite schools averaged a combin- ed score of 909. The na- tional average was 878. In the long run, most students find that college entrance exams are not quite as hard as they ex- pected. But before the tests, the expectation, anticipa- tion, and frustration cause students to get quite testy. Renee Hobbs Larry Holland DeAnn Holloway Robbin Hosek Chuck Houpt Cheryl Houser Mike Hoyt Tommy Hubacek Patricia Hudson Trent Hunt Christina Jackson Helen Janecka Melissa Jensen Renee Jezierski Anil John 135 People Weldon Killingsworth Connie Johnson Michael Johnson Stacy Johnson kelly Johnston Lois Jones Carole Kallaus Kris Kath Stephen Kauitzsch Randy Kelly Suzanne Kennedy Shawn Kesler Cindy Killian Jodella King Kelly King Honor Student is Just Clowning Aroun one time another in just about everybody’s life, something is done just because it makes others happy. Christina Sides is one such person. She transforms herself into, what else but, a clown — areal clown. Christina first became interested in clowning when she was staying with her cousin in Tyler, Texas. She and her cousin dressed up as clowns and went visiting people in nursing homes. Christina enjoyed 136. Seniors d entertaining so much that when she got home she bought some make-up and_ started going to a nursing home herself. She learned most of her tricks by talking to other clowns, reading about clowning and going to the circus. Being a clown takes a lot more than just looking like a clown. The entertainment is the main part, she says. But Christina has no problem there. She makes animal balloons, does magic tricks, and juggles. At parties she dpi’ tert yaad Nt ple games like “pin the nose on the clown.” “T love to laugh and be crazy, making others laugh makes it so much better!” she says. All made up and ready to go, Christina pauses before she leaves in her clown attire. Inset: Christina as herself. Matthew Kinkeade Gary Kinne Stacy Kinney Keith Kirby Brian Kirkland Michelle Kirkpatrick Mark Kitts Karen Kovar David Lamb Farley Landon Leslie Langford Kerri Lawbaugh James Lawrence Karla Layne Thomas Latherman Cyndi LeClaie Eric Leerssen Jennifer Leggett Pam Lewis Cynthia Linthicum Jeff Lisle Tommy Livingston Jena Locust Stacie Loomis Senior Stats Cennie Johnson (6 21 67) French Club; FHA Stacey Johnson (11 15 67) Big Blue (treasurer), concert band; symphonic band; honors band (librarian), flag corps; FCM, Pony Express (writer, editor) Honor Roll Lois Jones (6 1 67) concert choir) blue brigade; Fr{A; Spanish club; Carde Lynne Kallaus (11 1 66) Kris Kath (11 10 66) HOCT; FHA; NFL, Ger- man club; Stallionaires; speech club; Big Blue; concert, symphonic band; devate team. Steve Kauitzsch (2 20 66) NHS; varsity tennis, Spanish club (vice president); science club; frosh basketball; FCA; choir; Randy Kelly (7 23 67) varsity soccer; frosh, jv football; FCA; Spanish Club; FHA Suzanne Kennedy (3 27 67) Sparash club; Woods and Water Clb, Blue Brigade; FHA Shawn Kesler : (5 12 67) Rodeo Team (Pres); FFA (Treasurer) Cindy Killian (9 16 67) Flag Corps; Trailblazer Staff Big Blue; Symphonic Band; Weldon Killangsworth (8 29 67) French Club; JV Baseball JoDella King (12 29 66) Symphonic. Band; Honors Band; Big Blue (Pres); All Region Orchestra; All Region Band; Jazz Band; FCM; UIL Solo Ensemble Kelly King (1 19 67) Varsity Tennis; atin Club; JV Soccer Gary Kinne (6 12 67) frosh, varsity Footba)l; frosh, JV, varsity Basketbal: FCA: FHA: Powerlifting (State) Student Council, Soph Class President; Track; Keith Kirby (12 20 66) VICA Brian Krikland (8 12 67) Concert Choir; Blue Brigade )V Drill; Pacesetter DE: Mark Kitts (10 17 66) FEA; JV Baseball; JV soccer; Karen Kovar (12 14 6) FCA; DE; JV Drill Young Life: Varsity track; Leslie Langford (7 27 67) Pacesetter (Capt.) An- nual Staff Art Club (Vice Pres) FHA: State Orchestra; JV drill Blue Brigade; All American Drill Team Kerci Lawbaugh (5 24 1967) varsity tennis; Band; Karla Layne (3 16 67) Literary Magazine OBA: FHA; Pony Express (Typist) Jennifer Leggett (8 4 67) Spanish Club; NHS; Latin Club; JV Drill; JV Soccer JV Volleyball; FHA: Pam Lewis (1 14 67) Latin Club; French Club; JV Drill; FHA; Blue Brigade; Jeff Lisle (3 18 67) Newspaper; Stallion Bat- talion; French Jena Locust (4 19 67) JV Soccer; Blue Brigade; VICA; FHA; MDE; Cosmetology Stacie Loomis (5 9 67) Big Blue (Sec); Symphonic Band; Honors Band; Spanish Club, CM } } , ‘ ph petleytall ae ch Petes HACE vied president: SHIA � Nona MeCarter (712 67) frosh} iv: ‘ wooudswater club’ Freach cheb vice |) H Phitlip: Matter (272767) | nabonal Delynne Lucus Dawn Malone Kristi Malone Laura Manley choir; chovale; Fh i} seemitary, paces tom comininee Fey eealal Mauldia aie blue | peasy Frenchi Latin cub; Avni 4 Marans (92 ‘ etary; Brench hab;) bine br igade; youth advisory council; | Brian) Maies) 08 30 67} Hh alt, ney SHiiat: stat; Wii a H Carles Mayne (4 77 37) big blae; ) j jezz;) hovers) symphonic) bends Jerry Martin chorale choity hohe?) ‘orches Priscilla Martin BOM; ert chub; ; ; Kiniberty IMcAsée Cre AR Bashir Masad Michelle Mauldin bine concert band, fagcor concent cegir vate ty track: PELE) MDE, BHA: Rebeit Melntosh: (3 3 62), latin: club; Varsity swimming Gordan Melistyin (8 2 67) drama; codec team, vice pres, vocational agriculture; BRA vice pres. | Wayne Masee (8 21 67). varsity track) Varsity cross contitry; FHA; mets aces aviationelub; Dpres hi? tu San) MekKenzie (3 14 67) a6 braade: NHS; Spanish chat; NHE, VBA it Tim Mekeazie (6 12 67) Brench club) warosoacd aviation club; vans: ty jy Tronb: fooraall: woos water ‘ohud; Aipral Mileimore (6 22; bk Jart ub: blue bi gade; jv divll; BAA Buty MePhersun (22 7 66) French fpanish chub, jv Varsily baseball; Shatyn, MciQuastion (9513 66) all year han roll; Spaiish club; var pity swim team captain, Bryn | MeSpadder (6 6167) blue, brigade; jv drill; pacesetters, con- vett acapella, choir; chorale (eu) Brinch cliby Miche te Mehevan (5 6) 67) “nas tenal aust sem? Knalist; pabynal Sandy Matassa Steve May Brian Mayes Charles Mayne Jason Mays Kimberly McAfee Nona McCarter Robert McIntosh award: Susie Mevryman (4 29 67) ian Ft varsity basketball, biue brigade: iv drill; studene council) POA officer) FAA often, senior chiss pres.) honor society: jv soccer varsity soc: ets Spacish: chub) (NJES, Stazlion baralion vide ores. Physha) Wadler) (272 thy) frisly chvertgaden (hash ulass vice pres 7) f soph. stidert: council, decay ; fess isial jurien honor sonieey, tar) Sona! honor souieay, silk Va anor all: }¥ drill) Beonch orb) bau) 1) 9 brigeds, ee : 4 Jonathon Mills 3-2) t | Kyle McIntyre ert ares ie ; Wayne McKee BreEAAS FHA log: Nerole Mitchell ( 1546) pa ish LouAnn Cli; VOR pA Brigaie ant alae o eh ape silgi rizgate, 19) us Ti . i Audrey Moaroy (8-16-67) Big Bive Tim cACHZIC Band; Stallionaire | Deum Liv Spaaish Club: Science Club; HEC (pre: Wey, Montes is 4-67) Spanish ‘tub; Spantsh © HECE; BHA; Young Life; Vas Saccey Haven Moore o+1-66) NFIS; ty Cross-Count ry; Varsity Trac Sezence Club; Nigel vine! Club April McLemore Brigade; JV ; 4 Kelly McPherson Yours bile i ivgean Grenest 14 Shawn McQuistion Eryn McSpadden 139 5 w 2 8 aa B 2. (ab) : = © 6 aEO 5 Ge ecg Guan ge nan ) CE ac B Sa6 eon ve o See = ESS see SSS ae oot We hex timate | Pa im Lega S422. Soe PRES Sines Ske Ning SFec2 8 on OS eS 2H Bom ow UDN m= we ogy QexB ep Oat O=65e 3 (o) Soo SZnna Se aan ASAGH eerniens Principal Campbell gives seniors instructions aft Bac- cajaureate rehearsal. Pam Morrow Craig Murphy David Myer Paul Myers Farhad Nayebkhyel Brian Neece Trevor Nelson Mark Nester Sloan Newman Hung Nguyen 140 Seniors NM Seniors throw a Baccalaureate Party As the last days of school slowly came to a close, two formal rehearsals for seniors began — Bac- calaureate and Graduation. Baccalaureate rehearsal was held on Friday, May 24 during 2nd and 3rd period in the auditorium and Baccalaureate was held on Sunday, May 26, day before gradua- tion, at 4:00 p.m. in the auditorium, which was part of preparing the seniors for the big night. Though Baccalaureate seemed long, it did have its moments. On one oc- casion David Tolbert’s cap slowly inched its way down his head and, eventually, to the floor. On another, Kim Cowan and Cynthia Goode forgot their cords. There was also the unusual “cap fad,” in which caps were pinned to the back of the head, traditional seating and the boy girl arrangement. One hectic moment for seniors was when caps and gowns arrived two hours before Bac- calaureate was to start due to the Cowan and American Airlines strike. “T was worried that they wouldn’t be ironed because there would be no time to press and iron them,’ Edward Abar- quez commented. Though Baccalaureate | did not seem as impor- tant as Graduation, some — people felt that it was — important to that class. Kayla Price said, “IT thought Baccalaureate was important because i brought our graduating class together.” : rehearsal. Julie Nichols Tonja Nightingale Patrick Nixon Kimberly Nottingham Steve Novakovich Gina Oakley Tammy Oakley Timothy Ocnaschek Jana Odom Chuck Oliver Kim Oliver Erik O’Neal Bruce Padon Cindy Page Amy Parker Mary Parker Ronda Paschal Michelle Patrick Leah Patterson Sherrey Patton Claudia Perez Veronica Perez Bonnie Perkins Donna Person ‘Senior Stats Harrell Petter (12 7768) FCA; PHA) fwosh, IV, Wareity powerlifing: Chris Pheips (12 48 66) POA: FHA; trosh; 8, vainly: baskeiball: Sparish club; joln Porer (4 8 57) NjHS, frosh. jv) varsity foctbail: Freach chub: peayerh ting Stephanie Powers : {11 6766} FHA; PELE, French cut: blue brigade; student council) Troy Pree C3717 67) 107; Kayla Price (8 8 67) big blue (dreary major): FCM (secretary); band sweetheart, NHS; NES; Spanish ¢laby literary Magezcne staff, honors Dancy syni- phonic concert band; honor roll) Michael Prive (10 19 66) ICT; ViGA; trosh foot- ball; (rack cross country, Tracy Prigmore (6 22 67) DE: Angela Prichard ‘football; fresh track; 45 20 67) PHA: VOR OEA: fresh. soph sand; Janna fructt (10 3 64) BHA: jy drill, pacesether; Finrch club; varsity boys) baiket- hall merager: Ymeey Ratilf {20426 h6) DE: RRA; Ge) dilly ROTC. Lisa Reed P1967) AOCT, Latin. chib; jv drill), big) blue; varsity twister; pacesetters; Melinda Renner (7 17767) big blue chorale, ac- capella, concert choir; Kelli Revennaugh (21 19 66) NHS; FCA; Science ¢bab: frosh band; frosk, jv basket- Soli: jw, Varsity tennis; Stephenie Reynal (2127 67) jy sein team; Spanish club; Wendi Rice (7122 67) FEIA; tig bhie; honors; jez%, sympheni c band; honars oncnestra; Dee Richards : (7 31 i475) JV. Jr; Pacesetters; Spanish Club Kenreth Richardson 44 72 7673 Art Club, Pony Express; Big, Blue; Honors Band; Latin Clab; Symphonic Bands Concert) Orchestra Chris Rieavuller (11 17 66) Spanish Club; Science Ciub; Hoeor Rob ; William Roberts (7 13 67) Art ub Woody Robinson (2 22 67) Speech Club; Debate eam; Drama Eva Robles t (5 19 67) FOA: Young Life; 3%, var- ity soccer; Jy. varsity volleyball Michelle Redg ers OViSI6T) Latin Club; VOR PHA: °F PCA: varsity teratis Chuck Rose (11 17 66) FHA; Ant Club; VICA; BOT is Darrell Petter Chris Phelps Hope Phillips Steve Pittman Dean Poor John Porter Stephanie Powers Troy Pree Kayla Price Mike Price Tracy Prigmore Angela Pritchard Janna Pructt Brian Ransom Tracey Ratliff Lisa Reed Delia Regalado Dwight Reid Melinda Renner Kelli Revennaugh Larry Reville Stephanie Reynal Pamela Rhodes Wendi Rice Spring Tour On March 8, 1985, a roup of students and s� achers from North fesquite High School et out to discover urope — in eight ays. Flying directly from FW airport, the trans- tlantic flight took early nine hours. After arriving in ondon, England, the roup changed planes nd flew to Spain, here they stayed for ur days. Then the adventurers ok a train to Paris, rance, where they ewed the various pectacular monuments nd museums of “The ity of Lights.” After two days in iris, the group took a pat across the English fnannel and returned ! London for two days fore flying home to iggest difference to any students was the od; both the presence American food and Tracie Estill said, “Everything moves faster in Europe than it does in Texas. People walk faster, talk faster, and drive faster. But the thing that surprised me the most was that there were American food places in Europe.” Mechelle Marshall remarked, “The food was the worst, because it wasn’t American. | was glad to get home and eat real food!” Senior, Randy Trosper, summed up the trip by saying, “I had an excellent time and learned a lot more than I intended to. The Spanish were courteous and helpful. The French were, well, French; that is to say, rude or intolerant and somewhat sleazy. I think we all had a good time in London and especially enjoyed the Hard Rock Cafe.” Jennifer Avery, tourist at the Hamlet of Marie An- toinette in the Gardens of Versailles. World travelers from North Mesquite view one of the many chateau of France. Randy Trosper, along with a Mesquite High stu- dent, Kathy Niles and Deb- bie Hardin, cross the English Channel. Dee Richards Kenneth Richardson Chris Rittmuller William Roberts William Robertson Woody Robinson Eva Robles Michelle Rodgers Daniel Rosales Chuck Rose People 143 Brian Rowell Donita Russell Victor Salas Patrick Santos Teri Sarrett Donna Schindler Rhonda Schreiber James Scott Kirk Scott Melissa Scott Sean Self Jill Semento Kim Shindoll Jamie Shipman Robert Shugart After Graduation, Can Seniors Ever F Ms. Martha Adcock’s 100 question exams Ms. Ada Allen’s Accounting sessions Ms. Linda Attaway’s Jerry Hall Scrapbook 1 Mrs. Gloria Benavides’ “El bano” pass Mrs. Peggy Barnett’s “Mr. Taylor, Line 1” Mrs. Maggie Birdsong’s Child development discussions Mrs. Pannore Bloodworth’s clocks Mrs. Peggy Bowdoin’s undying school spirit Ms. Cathy Bradley’s run-throughs Mr. Ron Chauvin’s sun shades Coach Gary Childress’ very roductive football team Coach Price Clifford’s sunglasses-on-the-hair Mr. Scott Coulson’s “bout face!” Coach James Brinkley’s position as lunch. line watcher Mr. Ben Cross’ ties 144 Seniors Mr. Rick Davis’ ‘Risky Business” sunglasses Mrs. Lavonne Dennis reading of Beowulf Ms. Cora Dugan’s 5+ paragraph essays Mr. Don Duke’s swats Mrs. Ann Watson’s 280ZX Mrs. Raye Gibson’s concern for her students Mrs. Beth Hollingsworth’s “easy” exams Mrs. Linda Muhl’s “Let’s hear some spirit!” Mr. Bob McCarty’s optimistic lectures Mr. Ray McFaul’s Trigonometry lectures Mrs. Barbara Perry’s “notas orales” Coach Ron Powell's gym floors Mrs. Sammy Rusk’s daughters Vanessa and Emily Mr. Bill Scott’s college hand- book Mrs. Margaret Taylor's “1...2...3 SC ae orget. . . Mr. Ron Taylor's flourescent green tie Mrs. Barbara Thomas’ clipboard Mr. Larry Wagliardo’s computer rograms ROSS PEROT Mr. John Kline’s 22’” per step Mr. Rob Towel’s climbing of the tower Mr. Ron Pardun’s unexcused absences Mr. John Campbell’s thought for the da 7:30 pep rallies Standstill stairwell crowds Mile-Long lunch lines Mandatory semester exams Stallion-Skeeter rivalry Stallion-Scott rivalry The deciding “coin-toss” Senior | : Stats Christina Sides TETAS Steve Sillman John Simmons Vy lub; coricert band; voang Connie Sims � Patrick Santos He Melissa Skaggs Steve Skinner Brian Sledge Jeff Smith Kelly Smith Paul Snodgrass Bruce Snover William Space Heath Spell Karen Stachowiak Deeana Stanglin Darla Stark Chris Starr Mary Starr Donnie Stephens Donna Stewart Aa M Julian Stewart Bart Stiles Gene Stokes Eric Stone Visser : 67) weightlifting; aviation chub: “spanish l Senior Stats Brenda Stovall (2 10 67) Big Blue. Band: Flag Corps —- Lieutenants Symphonic Band President; FHA; Spanish Cluia; FCM jetf Stover (10 12 66) ICT Presi- dent; ICT Orchestre WS taade dis Nandina Stutts (8 31 67) JV, varsi- ty Gheerleader; JV, Varsity | Volleybali, — Captain, Frosh’ Volleyball; Homecoming Court Studerit Council Vice President; Spanish Club; Secretary of FCA. Tammy Taber (3 9 67) State Honor Orchestra, Ali-Region Orchestra; |) Frosh,| JV, Varsity’ Cheerieader, © FHA Treasurer. Student Council, NCA Semi-Finaust: : Peani Tankersley (3 6 67) Blue Brigade; YAC; Spanish Club; JV Drill; Young Life; Pacesetter Mgr FIKA HERO; OFA President: Gregory Tapp (9 5 66) frosh, IV, f Varsity football: FCA; FCA Presi- dent) Spaaish Club. Renee: Farter (1 9 67) Spanish chub. ; ; Heine [inca Taylor (12 14 66) NHS; NJHS; Honor Band; Flag Corps: By Biue; Symphony Wrehestra; Con: cert Choir. : Pru eagle (8 15 66) frosh, Ww - Mamily fyotoall, Varsity Track; Golf) NHS; Science Club, Freshman Class Favorice; FCA. Sheri Teer (0 16 66) Cross Country Track; FHA. Leena ‘Taomas (9 20 66) French — Club. Mr. and Miss N.M.H.S. Heath Bobo Nanny Stutts Senior Favorites Mike Collins Barrett Haberer Brenda Stovall Jeffrey Stover Mike Stroney Shannon Stryjak Nandina Stutts Tammy Taber Sandra Tafur Penni Tankersley rd a) aC eT � ee 6 AD AM SR ge [| PNW ae Sheri Teer Paul Teagle Best Choices Chosen to represent the student body as Mr. and Miss NMHS were Heath Bobo and Nanny Stutts. “I felt really excited and I thought it was a special honor. Your senior year is always great, but this has made mine) ‘extra special,” Nanny said. “It was an honor and a privilege to be able to represent my school as Mr. NMHS,”’ Heath said. During her four years at N.M . Nanny has been a J.V. and Var- sity cheerleader, cap- tain of the Volleyball teamyapsecretary 10f F.C.A., Vice President of the Student Council and also a member of the Spanish Club. She is also on the Dillard’s Teen Board. Nanny plans to attend Southwest Texas State University and major in Political Science. Bobo has participated in F.C.A. and Football; he was also on _ the ‘Silver Bullets’ softball team. He is planning to attend Oklahoma Gregory Tapp Renee Tarter Suzanne Tate Lynda Taylor Leena Thomas University on a full four year football sch olarship. The senior class also chose two people to represent them as favorites. They were Barrett Haberer and Mike Collins. “It makes me _ feel pretty good. I think it’s a great honor,” were Mike’s comments on being chosen class favorite. “Tt is a real honor to be thought of so highly by my classmates. I’m glad I could represent them in this way.” Bar- rett said. Mike was a member of Varsity Track, Varsi- ty Baseball, Varsity Football and F.C.A. He is also on the ‘Silver Bulletts’ softball team. Mike will attend Southwest Texas State University and plans to play football. He is go- ing to major in Business management or pre-law. During the past four years Barrett has been involved in cheerlead- ing, Student Council, N.H.S. President, Eee Aw aa nicl ara Sama member of the Science Club. She has also been a volunteer at Children’s Medical Center and is active in Young Life and her church youth group. Barrett is plann- ing to attend S.M.U. and majoring in Business Real Estate. People 147 Sheri Thompson Jeffrey Thorp Tim Thrasher Krysla Threlkleld Students experience Ha Tieu MonCharles Tipay Robert Tolbert Life at N Walking down the hall at North Mesquite High School, one can _ be reminded of books, choir rehearsals, long lunch lines, the mad rush in the parking lot, football games, science projects, early morning and after school practices, basket- ball games, game days, parties, spring break trip to Europe, office workers, term papers, and the rush after every bell that all make up the many facets of life at North Mesquite High School. There are varieties of things that go on at North Mesquite. It takes all kinds of students to make our school be what it is right now. At North Mesquite, as long as there are students that enter the doorway, all of these things come to mind, because North Mesquite means more than coming to school just to study — it means a way of life for 2,500 students. Most students spend more time in school than they do at home, making this just as important in many ways as family life. Jimmy Burnett 5 typical day in h classroom. . James Townsend Julie Trammell Mary Trespeces Kyle Tribble Randy Trosper Trina True Shannon Turner Lisa Tyree SER SE t . Sebi q [SFE CL A CEE BEL RLU AU i BS SVE SUERTE BBL YET DELLE SEED OEE BETRAYED ED DOT PERUSAL sy } Senior Choir members take a | break from singing tohavea | ] Stats laugh with friends. 4 Sheri Taompson (5 28 67)FHA; | Blue Brigade, {V Drill; Pacesetter Lieut. Jeffrey Thorp (4 4 67) ROTC; Rifle ] Team frosh football 4 Tim Thrasher (12 24 66) VICA; ICT; Stallion Battalion (Treas.) Krysia Threlkeld Pacesetter JV | Drill; Chorale; Acappella Choir; French Club; Thespian; NHS; Con- cert Choir MonCharles Tipay (12-20-66) Big t Blue; Drum Major; Student Coun- H cil: French Club; Spanish Club 4 James Townsend (5-5-67) All Region Band, Big Blue; Honor Or- chestra; Honors Band; Symphonic Band; Jazz Band; FOM (officer); Art Club : Mary Trespeces (4-17-67) Sparish ) Club; FHA ; Randy Trosper (11-22-66) NHS { | VPO:; Student Council; Academic 9 Decathlon; National Merit Scholar; [ Science Club; French Club A Trina True (5-6-67) Big Blue; Jour- } nalism (I and I); THSPA; DE; { HOCT; Honor Roll Shannon Turner (3-12-67) NHS; NJHS; Pacesetters; JV drill; Blue Brigade; FHA; French Club; f Orchestra i Lisa Tyree (4-19-67) Big Biue; NHS i rsjPeggy Barnett is Mr. Ron Pardun and } sy |;ain at writing early Jena Locust pose for a pic- mi als, ture on her last day of { school. } Senior Stats Kimberly Varner (11-3-67) FHA; JV, pacesetters, Blue Brigade; Billy Vaughan (12 15 66) Big Blue; con- cert, symphony, honors band; intermediate, honor, all-region, Texas Honor Orchestra; Pony Express staff; Mike Vestal (7 15 66) NHS; Spanish, Calculus Club; varsity ten- nis; Young Life; Stephanie Wade (8 11 67) FHA; Blue Brigade; chorale, acapella; concert choir; Sandy Wailser (11 13 66) FHA; JV; Blue Brigade; pacesetters; Teresa Walters (9 29 66) ECA; FHA; OEA; Young Life; Blue Brigade; Art Club; Joe Ward (7 6 67) varsity, JV, Frosh football; Ist team all-distric, DMN, DTH, ali-metro Alan Warta (1-18-67) Fresh, varsity, JV, football, FCA; Latin Club; varsity powerlif- ting; fresh orchestra; Tammy Watkins (6 10 67) HoCT; NSHS; NHS; Student Council; Spanish Club; JV, Fresh cheerleader; Tracey Way (10 4 67) varsity, JV, Fresh cheerleader; FCA; NHS (treasurer); Scence (secretary), Spanish. (treasurer); speech club; Fresh, Soph class secretary; Student Coun- cil; Young Life; NM Students Spring Into Full Bloom “Spring fever. An uncontrollable feeling that hits about April and lasts until school is out in May,” explains Bonnie Perkins. Sleeping in class, skipping school, forget- ting to do homework, and receiving lower grades are only a few of the affects of the dread- ed disease, spring fever. “It takes a firm hold on people. It possesses them to do things they hadn’t done since last s pring and to not do things they had been doing all year,” said Cathy Oper. “It starts being nice outside, hot inside, and schoolwork looks far less inviting than it did in the ugly winter when there wasn’t that much to do,” said Jon Mills. This is the cause for many students to catch the unhealthy disease. Another fatal disease is senioritis. It’s a disease occuring among high school seniors who are sick of being trapped in a so called Charles Vanderford Kimberly Varner Billy Vaughn Mike Vestal Stephanie Wade Staci Wake Sandy Walker Teresa Walters “jail” for four years. This disease can oc- cur as early as ones junior year or as late as the last week of school. As John Gilbert said, “Senioritis is a dead] plague that hits all seniors and a family doctor should be seen. The symptoms are easily noticed: laughing in the face of your term paper, blow- ing off classes, and gaz- ing out the window during class day dream- ing about White Water.” Vonna_ Thornburgh confessed, “I think that senioritis is more wide spread because all the seniors and most of the juniors have it. There is a mixed feeling of wanting to be out in the big world, but yet not wanting to leave your friends.” Both spring fever and senioritis creep, slowly but surely, into every student, eating away at his minds. Picking up her invita- tions, April McLemore only furthers her senioritis. i ¢ $ ’ The varsity football team suffers through a tough spring training. Relaxing, Grant Richardson takes a short nap in the fresh spring air. Phillip Ward Alan Warta Tammy Watkins James Watson Tod Watson Larry Watwood Tracey Way People 151 Amy Weatherby Christie Webb Joel Weeks Bettie Wesson Donald Wilcox Anita Williams Kristy Williams When the Class of ‘85 Graduates, |W hat will NM Do Mark Nester’s brief case The Bird at the football games Brian Sledge’s radical attire Mike Collins’ cheerleader uniform Randy Trosper’s Legion of Doom Fan Club T-shirt Larry Weasel” Holland's sunglasses Darrell Petter’s weightlifting T-shirts | Susie Harmon’s continuous laughing Chris Rittmuller’s “Greek Boy” look Cynthia Goode’s Vanessa Williams Fan Club Sheri Thompson’s barrettes Tommy Hubacek’s perfect French Robert Babb’s James Bond expression Steve Novakovich’s Q-beam Charles Mayne and Gary Colwill’s naps in English Michelle Mehegan’s complex vocabulary sentences Nanny Stutts and Amy Ashmore’s smiles Debbie Burchfield and her Mickey Mouse Richard Gotthardt’s sarcasm Janie Gray’s brains The Silver Bullets softball team Jason Mays’ and Shaun Kessler’s cowboy boots Craig Murphy and Moncharles Tipay’s method of eating jello Jamie Shipman’s singing voice Seniors Without... Eric Stone’s pitching ay i|| Paul Teagle’s record-breaking field goals | | ; Edward Abarquez and Sherry Blue’s club for “FOXES | ONLY” a Cindy Killian’s giggling with Kayla Price . Kristen Crockett’s buger jokes Lisa Blevin’s original poems in English Wayne McKee’s tie-dyed tennis shoes Kernie Brashier’s bull Lynette Coneley’s suntan Stephanie Reynal’s corn rows Mike Vestal’s 14 outfits at the stage show Steve Kauitzsch’s starched collars Krysla Threlkeld’s fake fingernails Dee Richards’ purple hair Priscilla Martin’s Cleopatra haircut Felix Foster’s bright orange camouflage pants Barrett Haberer’s college sweat shirts Kelli Revennaugh’s sense of humor Karen Graham’s ultra-chic wardrobe Bobby Montes’ speeding tickets Kelly McPherson’s unshaven look Matt Kinkeade’s Tina Turner wig Leslie Langford’s pictures of herself Mike Hoyt’s colorful Hawaiian outfits al Michelle Williams Karen Wilson Pam Wilson Brad Winkfein enior Stats eg) Mark Wood Suzanne Wright Chris Yournan James Zumbrun } cy a i cams oe ou ston feet ot gs oo ee ee Breese oe Soe mS laos = Bhat SRG e Ve eth eS ae sar ntay eee Sa ee a ee eee Saks nis ee SO Se ee) SS eee ee eee ee he gies elem Gearon eerie ears oes a BS an owe — A Reo eos Seer Oy See Bag BS Sais ares = so Bs eee, NP ANG DO 6G te ee Sen eo) So ee eg oa Sate GAS ae 4-8 5 v Noe Oe eee en Oe eg es a6 49 Se oS He Stee Se irae BOS 2R5 8 Ba 26§ hohe siac mee fers es ae aS in eee eRe) es ye eee aa pa Rieter Rares Sete Peet ED merece aaa) ae oon cee ee eri Oy, CeO OF Som eS Ser lias tent noph ts ear aoe eet Mo SS 2 a's i BS eg OD ee opti TO sees eae ry jes aes Tes Rete Ceo e ay ret he Op ee BR eS KE e eae eho Sa SS ere eS O- Ge Om O mo eo Moo i | | A aw � + H — aS a wa = oss = ra Vs he He OD oon a 3 Sue mo � “fz es =e te eS vos SO _= ov Se:3 Ms 11-67) cert Pres.), panish A 5 ( asketbail, Q. Academic Excellence Award, All Year Honor Roll ( be BC. 66) JV foot- 67) con 2-67) Paceset- FHA, JV soccer, )D 30. q (3-6-67) Frosh, 43 Varsity A y Battalion BHA ams ili (6 6 Brad Winkfein (9. (11-21-66) hiz quiz, club Ww Ison HA, +26: on (7 nce ood tallion Karen Wi Zumbrun Varsity Track, DE, FHA (Pres.) ie E S) SHA F Mark W club a Ga anish club, FHA DE izanne Wright (1 it DAL ul Biue brigade, Big Blue Band club, s Michelle Sp choir PEL Pam Wils Calculus club, w S ters (Lt,) JV drill, James ing. ‘S meeti After Steve Novako- ata NH: SOS � See eS ae, “2 o Saas Buse eee ee ag S25 weees aes = BRECS He. AS = 888 eee a 154 Who says Valedictorians never study? Randy Trosper hits the books preparing for his Biology Exam. As top two in graduating, Richard and Randy are Reaching High Can you imagine be- ing number one or two out of four-hundred and ninety-six gradua- ting seniors? Although neither Randy Trosper nor Richard Gotthardt real- ly planned it that way, those are the positions they have attained in, the graduating class of 1985. Salutatorian Richard Gotthardt is also Presi- dent of the Latin Club, ‘a member of the Na- tional Honor Society, and Whiz Quiz Team Capta in. Although Richard admits to placing pressure on himself to achieve, “... too much at times,” he concedes that he really does not spend a great deal of time studying. “If I had to spend hours and hours to achieve what I have, I’m sure I wouldn’t have done it. There is plenty of time Seniors to be serious later.’’ However, Richard does appear to have some ‘serious’ plans for post- graduation life. Plan- ning to attend either SMU or ASU, Richard hopes to then go on to law school and become an attorney. As to after that, Richard says, “... I’m really not sure. I want to have a full and fulfilled life and not become stale. Change is necessary, but some stability is also helpful. It’s all in the future and I don’t want to plan too far ahead right now.” Valedictorian Randy Trosper admits to poor study habits, putting things off in favor of going out and living his own life. Close to getting his private pilot’s license, Randy has also “..tried with questionable degrees of success..” just about every sport there is, his favorites being swim- ming, fishing, and , basketball. Although Randy feels privileged to represent his class- mates as Valedic- torian, his is bothered by the fact that there are others who deserve the position as much as he does, yet do not receive the recogni- tion they deserve. Randy also be- lieves in a good deal of communication between students and administrators and teachers. “Peo- ple need to know what is expected of them, but, more im- portantly, why that is expected of them. Every legitimate question deserves a legitimate answer. We are Americans and we are proud of the freedom we uphold. “Now what are you '” ing to tell me?”, in u.'S Salutatorian, Richad Gotthardt. sper y Tro Uv S © m Gotthardt Sheila Mehegan Elizabeth Haley Deanna Gray John r ille ill ipM Thomas Hubacek Karen Graham D arla Holloway Bruce Snover Ph Ss imberly Davi K Robert Babb Kr isty Williams Mary Haberer Melany Guy ich teve Novakov S Wend ie Carver Daron Moore Lisa Blevins Mike Vestal iller ss M ia Goode i Phyl ynth Kimberly Cowan Mark Wood Christina Edwards LG) ) PEOPLE 15 Lou Ann McKenzie Linda Taylor James Beeson Brian Sledge Kelli Revennaugh Kayla Price Sherry Blue Jennifer Leggett Kimberly Oliver Steve Kauitzsch David Myer Christina Sides Craig Murphy Claudia Perez Tracey Way Mark Nester Scott Aldrich Steve Davis Michaela Hall Brian Costa 156 Honors Paul Cannaday Chris Rittmuller Belinda Garza After Years of Hard Labor, Seniors Receive Their, scholarships Sharon Ellis — Jr. Achievement — $500 Penni Tankersley — ADK Beta Zeta Chapter — $300 Lou Ann McKenzie — Mesquite Education Secretaries and Aides Association — $250 Dena Farnsworth — Jr. Women’s Study Club — $500 Phyllis Miller — Jr. Women’s Study Club — $500 Michelle Mehegan — National Merit Scholarship Richard Gotthardt — Elks Club — $1000 Elizabeth Haley — Institute of Food Technologies — $150 Melanie Guy — Texas Tech University — $400 Kayla Price — East Texas State University — $500 Karen Graham — MEA — $300 Leila Ghafur — Jr. Women’s Study Club — $500; MEA — $300 John Edwards — J. C. Cannaday — $500; Rotary Club — $1000 Tracey Way — Miss Mesquite Chamber of Commerce — $1000 Karen Graham — Total of $5,650 to attend Southern Methodist University Steve Novakovich — Northwestern University — $7000 David Myer — Group J Ministries - $2,500 Mike Hoyt — Univ. of Texas at Austin Ex Alumni Association — $500 Cynthia Goode — Univ. of Texas at Austin — $1,500 a year Departmenta Awards Art — Grant Richardson Boys Athletics — Mike Collins Band — Jo Della King Business — Kayla Price Choir — Sharon Carter Co-operative Education: VOE — Penni Tankersley HECE — Leila Ghafur HOCT — Debbie Donaldson Theater Arts — Kelly Smith English — Mechelle Mehegan French — Tommy Hubacek German — Linda Wells Girls Athletics — Gina Oakley Home Economics — Linda Gray Industrial Arts — John Porter Journalism — Dena Farnsworth Math — Christine Edwards Latin — Karen Graham Orchestra — Donna Person Salutatorian — Richard Gotthardt Social Studies — Cynthia Goode Science — Ellen Carrol and Donnie Aga Spanish — Robert Babb Speech — David Hurst Valedictorian — Randy Trosper Vocational — Paul Bradbury Yearbook Staff — Edward Abarquez Edward Abarquez, recipient of the Yearbook Staff award proudly receives his diploma. People 157 President Bill Morris Vice-President Shirley Farris Secretary Sherry Baldwin Amanda Abbott Robert Adams Christy Adcock Donnie Aga Ronnie Aga Scott Ahrens Salisa Allen Michelle Almond Steve Almond Jennifer Amlaw Derinda Armstrong Penny Armstrong Wayne Arnold Kim Arriago Dennis Atkins Dondi Atkins Perry Ashworth Michael Austin Jennifer Ave Tracy Avorrell Billy Bainmister Sherry Baldwin Jeff Bangs Latrinia Banks Trenia Banks James Barboza Joe Barham Mike Barker Shannon Barnes Andy Barton Richard Beach Tamatha Bean Raymond Becen Andre Bell Todd Bell Stephen Bellew Diana Benavidez Lori Bennett Michelle Bentley Andy Bill 158 Juniors Almost to the Top “I was very pleased Shirley Farris, vice- being voted class that my classmates president of the junior secretary has given me chose me to represent class. this opportunity,’’ them as class officer,” Shirley said that the remarked Class Sec- said Bill Morris, retary Sherry Junio teca's's Baldwin. president. AOL Bill hopes the Wil CRITE Ole, oan elma extryito help inkanyiy ites cut of being a ficers and the yy class officer, prom committee way we Can. the Junior are planning will eH ley Fac class officers be a big success. be one aren charge na Vee rv eurra lil of planning worked so hard to make it a fun -——- the Junior- Senior Prom. night for everyone,” junior class is friendly In order to lower the added Bill. and that they really cost of the prom for the “I was somewhat ex- communicate witheach students, the prom cited when they an-_ other. committee, headed by nounced that I had “I feel it is quite an the Jr. officers, sold been chosen, and I also honor thatI was chosen spirit mugs and spon- felt extremely honored as an officer. I have sored a Junior and that my classmates always wanted to get Senior Powder-Puff chose me to represent more involved in _ Football game. them,’’ commented school activities and Ginger Blackstone Jimmy Blair Susan Blaylock Mike Bohn Scott Bolton Mark Bowman Lauren Bradbury Becky Bradford Jerry Brest Robby Brewer Tisha Brink Lisa Broome Andrew Brown Monti Brown Kimberly Bryant William Buckley Keith Bullard David Bunger David Burgan Sandra Burkheimer Sherri Busby Brent Bussey Dwayne Butler Pam Butler Sherrie Byrum Tricia Caraway Cesar Cardenas Tracy Carnue Ellen Carroll Teri Carter Sammy Carter Wendy Casey Kim Cason Paul Cast Elizabeth Castile Mark Chambers Mark Chennault Mike Chennault Melissa Clark Leigh Anne Clements People 159 Junior Favorites The Junior class chose Troy Crawford and Misty Martin to represent them as class favorites. “] felt it was an honor to be elected by my classmates,” Troy said. Troy is a member of the National Honor Society, Young Life, Varsity football and Track and was a coach in the Junior-Senior Powder Puff game. He plans to major in mathematics at the University of Oklahoma. Misty pauses from her typing to smile for camera. Rodney Chapin Janet Clements Robert Clouse Monty Clowers Keith Collins Stefanie Collins Shelley Combs Kim Contreras Geoff Cook Pete Copin Carrie Cortez Theresa Cothran Donald Cott Troy Crawford Susan Crowley Ronda Cuff Cindy Culpepper Sammy Cummings Tracey Daniel Suzanne Doughty Tara Daves Kelly Davis Scot Davis Stephanie Davis 160 Juniors “It really was a great honor and I was excited and surprised that I was chosen,” said Misty. Misty is a member of the Joske’s Teenboard and studies ballet and Jazz under Texi Water- man. She is also a Pacesetter, Student Council! member and served on the Prom Committee. Misty said she plans on attending Eastfield for one year and then going on to U.T. Austin to major in Psychology and minor in dance. On his way to football sath Troy stops by his ocker. ia: Bruwswnony dn 7 ee 4 oS: Tara Davis Wendy Davis Courtney Deal Debra Decker Brian Denton Susan Dixon James DeLay Cynthia Dennis Angelia Denny Sandra Derrick Delayne Dona Tami Dooley Janeen Doolin Albert Doty Scott Dove Dawn Drasny Charles DuBose Robbie Duck James Dumerer Laretta Ann Eagle Vicki Eardley Shelley Easley Michelle Eddy Cheri Edmundson Kevin Edwards Randy Edwards Betsy Elder Kevin Elliot Tomra Eltrich Kevin Elwell Tracie Estill Danny Eudy Darrel Evans Stacie Evans Debra Everett Tim Ewton Brain Fahey Avery Falk Glenn Farley Jan Farmer Shelley Farris Shirley Farris Jeff Feinglas Jim Fellers James Fenstermacher Cindy Ferguson Ryan Finch Kathy Fisher Belinda Flores Carl Flores Kim Floyd Ross Foster Scott Foster Steven Franks Eric Frichette Classie Friddle Sherilyn Fristoe Julie Fuller Ilynn Furman Debbie Fyffe Le Gailia Garber Cathy Garcia Dena Garcia David Gardner Tabby Gardner Angie Garrison Donna Garrison J.J. Garza Sean Gassman Melinda Gatlin Scott Gentry Clark Giddens James Giddens Tim Glenn Cindy Goode Amy Goodell Emily Goode Jeff Gouge Michael Graham Tracey Greer 161 John Griffin Rebecca Griffith Kimberly Grimes Greg Grubbs Amy Haeussler David Hagar Andrea Hall William Hall Chris Hallman Eilliam Hanby Micaael Hammar Lannette Harbour Debbie Hardin Stefanie Hargrave Less Harmon Cherry Harper | Ambitious Juniors Get a | Head Start There’s a small group of eleventh-graders that won’t be among next year’s seniors at graduation. Instead they will already be ex- periencing college and other aspects of life after high school. Deana Starkey, Tisha Brink, Jon Mills, Suzon Reese, and David Myer are among a group of juniors that, in three years, accomplished what the remainder of the class of 563 students will achieve in four. Each of the graduation juniors had his or her own reason for leaving high school early, but a dissatisfaction with the limits high school education was a major Cassandra Harris Kelli Harris Missy Harris Tammy Harris Christi Hart Chery! Hartman Richard Harwell Vickie Harwerth Joe Hatfield Annette Hawkins Starla Hawkins Connell Hayden Chana Haynes Phillip Hearn Denise Heath Bill Hefner Greg Hernandez Christi Hill Lisa Hiser Randy Hitt Kim Hogan Jim Holley Sybee Holland 162 Juniors factor. In order to graduate early, students had to attend summer school to meet requirements such as English and government. Zero- period classes were also necessary to ac- cumulate enough credits. Jon Mills offered his views on graduating early. ‘I think graduating early is a wise decision if a per- son is not benefiting from high school and wants to get on with higher education.” David Myer discusses his eran ge, plans with Mrs. ue Braden, junior counselor. Stacy Holt Wayne Hopkins Kathy Horton Kyle Houpt Andrea Hudson Donaven Hudson Becky Hughes Susan Hutte Mark Hunstable Kim Hunt Paul Hunter Erick Hurst Johny Hutchins Jacqueline Jackson Scott Jackson Arif Jaffer Jon Mills and Tisha Brink Counselor Sue Braden help each other study for reviews college entrance re- fests. ae : quirements with Jon Mills a 7 | Terri Jakubowski Mark Jasek Andy Jeffers Jimmy Jenkins Anitha John Beckie Johnson Greg Johnson Jennifer Johnson Melody Johnson Christie Johnson Angela Jones Brad Jones Cheryl] Jones Donna Jones Mark Jordan Troy Jordan Jody Kane Kristi Karr Frank Kassela Jan Kearney Lisa Kellehan Brad Kelly Denise Kennedy Lance Key People 163 Damon Keyara Amy Kilpatrick Bryan King Jeff King Kandi Kingrey Carolyn Kinman Tom Kirchmeyer Paul Kirk Lisa Klement Connie Knox Kevin Koerner Susan Kraps Craig Kuykendall Angela Kuykendall Cindy Lamb Donnie Lancaster Ronnie Landis Carrie Laughlin Matt Laurence Kim Lawrence Randy Laxson Rene Lebi Jimmy Lee Suzanne Lee Jeff Leisure Rhonda Lemons Linda Leonard Matt Leslie Teresa Lester Brandon Lewis Michelle Lewis Kim Little Juniors Vickie Paugh takes a Sean Self displays the break from her reading as_ pants that pi abi during she remembers her most em- wood shop one day. barrassing moment. _ years old, I was playing on the phone and the — operator answered. I told her to call the _ police because I had | just shot my brother. | __ The police came and | the fire department, - too. | hid under the bed | and the police searched _ every room and finally found me. My parents were hysterical because they knew ‘nothing about my call, My brother was also hiding and’ then they thought police talked to us and calmed everyone down. I was scared he was go- ing to take me to jail so ‘I ran away, but the bean! mea coke, and brought me home.” — Vickie Paugh “When I was four first | freshman year. It was something — really was wrong. The two. cents. ahead and bent over to olice followed me, ing moment was the day of my fourth period and I was in the lunch line. I had _made plans to sit witha guy that lives across the street from me and some of his friends. What was bad was that they were all sopho- mores and _ juniors. _ Anyway, | got up to the _ cashier and handed her my money. When she handed me my change _ She dropped two pen- nies and offered to pick them up. I told her to forget them because I wouldn't really miss She went pick them up. As | started to walk off, she stood up and my food and the tray went everywhere. Then as I My most embarrass- red. Every Ing a Revealing Exposition, Students Tell Why They Say, ‘I Could Have Died’ stood there I heard the whole lunch room cry out, FRESHMAN I — Shawn Kesler “I was in shop, and when I bent over my Ocean Pacific pants ripped almost all the way around. Luckily, nobody noticed my pants, but they did notice that my face was time [| moved my pants would rip some more. I told my teacher and, with a chuckle, he said, ‘go to the office’. (I found out later that he told the whole class after I left.) I was glad I had on a clean pair of shorts.” — Sean Self “When I was a junior, I was playing varsity basketball at home in front of a very large crowd as well as cable T.V. That particular day I wore Micheal Logan Lisa Lott Mike Loven Julie Luciani Tracy Lunsford Karen Lynch Ron Lyons Charlotte Mahler Tommy Malin Johnny Malmquist Michelle Malone Pete Manicchisa Felicia Manle Marty Maples David Marrel Mechelle Marshall Patrick Marshall Lisa Martin Misty Martin Leticia Martinez Asadulla John Masad Suma Mathews Windy Matthiessen Sandy Maxvill Heather Mayfield Felicia Means Sandra Mendoza Debbie Mercer Rosy Merano Brad Merritt Kirk Mexia Mike Middlebrook red_ striped underwear to school. Without thinking, I got dressed for the game in our white home uniform, 1 didnt fealize that my underwear would show right through my shorts. When we were about to run onto the court one of our Managers noticed that my underwear was visible through my shorts. There was nothing | could do because the game was about to start. I was just hoping that cable would not pick up my underwear, but to no avail — it showed up. The next day I received a phone call telling me how cute my red striped underwear was.” — Pam Hiller 165 People Students at NM Give of Their Time to Produce a Valuable Work Force There is a valuable work force at N.M. serving the students each day for no pay. “IT think Iam helping people that may need a little extra help,” Melissa Mor- ris explained. The volunteer workers involved work in the library, office, clinic, and counselors office with no grade points or credit. “The type of work I do could help me in the future to get a good pane job,” Melissa said. Richard Pearson looks up students’ schedules in order to send out pink slips. Shawn Kelser chats with counselor Bill Scott before getting back to business. P. Sherry Hurton fills out the absentee sheets for Mrs. Peggy Barnett. Filling teachers’ boxes with notices and schedules is part of Micheal Johnson’s job. Deborah Miller Tomarie Miller Jon Mills Bart Mitchell Kellie Molina Rick Monk Lisa Mora Cathy Morgan Anne Morris Bill Morris John Morris Kim Morris Tommy Morton Luann Mullis Andy Murdock Doug Murdock Joey Murphy Andy Murray David Myer Kristy Myers Tonya Myers Zack Myers Bill Myrdahl David McAllister Amy McCarter Ron McCarty Cynthia McCollum Lynda McCollon Randy McCormick David McCoy Kendra McCurry Tracy McCurry Charla McDill Becky McElyea Melissa McFadden Cathy McGee Valerie McKee Troy McKenzie Troy McQueen Chuck McRae Gregg Napier Rashya Nathan Karen Newman Lisa Nicely Kathy Niles Kathy Norfleet Lynice Norlock Greg Norton Cathy Oper Adam Otero Brent Pace Tony Pacho Debbie Parker Jan Packer Ladonna Patterson Lisa Patterson Vickie Paugh Shannon Paul Chad Pearson Patrick Pearson Richard Pearson Russell Pedri Sylvia Perez Melissa Perkins Christine Peshehonoff Daniel Peters Shawn Peterson Denise Petty Ed Petty Tony Petty People 167 Cassie Phillips David Phillips Hope Phillips Kristel Phillips Ciro Piccola Tracy Pitts Danny Plumer Wendy Plumer Lonnie Pollard Jacob Porse Kerri Porter Terri Porter Tony Potter Waylon Potter Cindy Power Debbie Prater Klent Preuitt Dana Pruitt Daniel Prepo Kris Pyle Debbie Quillin Mabel Raburn Cindy Raitt Sandy Rankin Brian Reasor Glenn Reasor Rodney Reese Suzon Reece Carolyn Reed David Reed Mike Reed Elke Reichel Michael Reyes Sean Reyes Misty Rhodes Tracy Rhodes Lisa Rich Paige Rich Stephanie Riedner Maria Rittmuller Steven Ritzer Shana Roark John Robbins Melody Roberts Patcharee Roberts Vincent Roberts Kelli Robertson Marye Robertson Aaron Robinson Cindy Robinson Barbara Rojas Jeane Roussel Keith Rowan Kimberly Russell Connie Sales Kelly Salley Cindy Sanders Laura Schmerber Eddie Schmidt John Scott Mark Scott Jerry Sebastian Kirk Shaw Michelle Shero Marah Shipley Michael Shirah Michelle Simmons Mike Simmons Todd Simmons Darrell Sims ichelle Kirkpatrick lhas just one more glance in he mirror before she’s off ‘or the prom. Juniors and Seniors Make Plans to Attend the Prom and Line Up for Their Early Dismissals Ae 21 5 avai students were lined-up all the way around C- floor to get their early dismissals. Students waited patiently in line twiddling their thumbs and twirling their hair. Those that were to at- tend the prom were to have signed notes from their parents giving them permission to leave campus to prepare for the prom. “I don’t know why we’re not having it on a Saturday night, then we would have all day to get ready. I don't know if I'll have enough time if I start getting ready at 12:30,” says Greg Tapp. Once students got their notes approved and their names checked off of the guest list, they were free to go. Spilled bottles of make-up, a few bobby pins, combs thrown here and there, scat- tered tubes of lipstick, wadded-up_ ribbons, smashed baby’s breath, bottles of fingernail polish, smeared tissues, spilled powder, eye- shadow palettes, and toppled perfume bot- tles are what the typical teenage girl’s dresser looks like when she Greg Tapp examines his tuxedo before taking it home. leaves for the prom. While the boy’s dresser consists of tux- edo receipts, empty bottles of cologne, hair- brushes, cans of hairspray, and empty film boxes: “How you get to the prom is just as impor- tant as going to the prom itself,” says one student. Limousines, Porsches, Cadillacs, and Fieros arrived at front doors, ready and waiting for the couples attending the prom. Then it’s picture-time for parents. Posing this way and that way, standing up and sitting down, and just when it seems to be over — Michelle Kirk- patrick looks over her prom dress. i § i People 169 Kirk Sipes Scotty Sitzman Sue Skelton Joey Sloan Craig Smethie Audra Smith Cathy Smith Facob Smith Mary Smith Sandi Smith Wade Smith Kay Southern Trent Speaker Barton dhs Diane Spruill Joey Srader Chris Starr Angie Stegall Todd Stephens Lorna Stewart Tracy Stewart Lisa St. John Jamie Stone William Stone Eric Stovall Kristy Sumner Tony Sunevaer Kenny Surndle Scott Talmage Marit Tangen Sherri Tant Chris Taylor Sherry Taylor Marian Temple Chris Terry Vonna Thornburgh Long Tieu Bryan Tomes Randal Torrence Charlie Torres Jim Trulock John Turner Cami Turner Debbie Valera Lisa VanBriggle Kelly VanLehn Lisa Vestal Bud Videan Eric Wade Kenneth Waits Caronell Walker Michelle Wall Ben Warner Mike Wasserman Marvin Waters Deborah Watkins Pam Watkins Angela Watson Steve Weger Linda Wells Steve Welsh Jimmy White Laura Whisman Stacy Whitton Larry Whitworth Dale Wilkins Ann Williams Joe Williams Lance Williams Lee Ann Williams Trice Williams Liann Williamson Wendy Wills Mike Wilson Steve Wilson Elizabeth Wingler Russell Winslow Marcy Wojlkiak Crystal Wolf Tim Wolf Sheila Wood 170 Juniors 43 coe ER Uh yet, Tracy Wren Billy Wright Marla Wycoff Chris Wycough Zell Yates Donna York Stephanie Zimmerman What's gold or silver, spherical shaped with a jewel on top, and usual- ly not yours? Naturally, a class ring. To many sophomores, a_ class ring symbolizes the end (of their underclassman years and the beginning of their upperclassman _ days. “T bought one to let everyone know that I go to North Mesquite. And when I graduate, I can look at the ring and remember the good times.” said Laura Lan- So ph 0 Jostens decidi No Cheap Brass caster. But to others, a ring simply means that they belong: | to someone. Ring sales began May 9 and 10 in the foyer of the auditorium. The type of rings displayed in the trophy case gave students a chance t o choose which style ring they preferred. Different rings available were the women’s miniature, petite, and “after five” rings, and the men’s regular and the favorite, men’s jumbo. Along with the various ring styles were the various prices, which ranged from $60 to over $225, depending on what extras were added. Though one of the drawbacks in buying a class ring was. that students had to wait for the first few weeks of school to receive their rings. “I really feel they should come out either the last day of school or set up a date during the summer.” commented Angela Warren. Others felt that the rings coming out the first weeks of school was good. Explained Kelly Drany, “It's ok because then they have time to correct their mistakes before graduation.” Judy Tiller said everyone should buy a class ring. “It’s worth every minute of your life,” she said. “You can always look back to high school years and say ‘I had a blast with my friends’.”’ Jimmy Burnett tests out his ring size while the Jostens representative fills out his order form. Bob Vukasovich contemplates on what to put on his ring while he looks at the display. People 171 172 George Abdalla Matt Abercrombie Jan Achziger Mark Adkins Shelley Adley Ronnie Agpnzu Gary Akin Sean Akin Ace Aleman Bret Alexander Bridget Alford Jeff Allen Shelly Allen DeAndrea Allsup Kyle Almond Bill Alton Lillian Alvarez Mark Anderzunas Stacy Anderzunas Lisa Andrews Doug Arnold Toby Arnold Cinda Arthur Cheryl Arteberry Lisa Ash Caro! Ashmore Beth Ashton Traci Avon Deborah Azcue Cheryl] Bain Raymond Baker Becky Bankert Malek Barakat Rodney Barber Kenneth R. Barr Julie Barron Greg Bartlett David Barton Chuck Bealmear Steven Beard Sophomores A Positive Future “My duties as a class officer are not only to plan activities for the sophomore class but to support school teams and activities and to be a friend should pro- blems arise,” said Jim- my Pena, the Sophomore class Presi- dent. Jimmy feels that followers.” Since the sopho- mores are not allowed many planned ac- tivities, Rhonda said they had an ice-skating party at the Galleria over Christmas Holidays. The officers also said they are hoping to have a spring picnic near the end of the year. the sophomores great potential can see only pos things happenin the future. “Our class is close, and I feel ud to represent commented Rh Weeks, sopho: Vice-President. — Tracy Mal fun one. friendly, and easy to get: with,” said Malone the Secretary. Tracy she feels they able to en themselves ¥v always reachin higher goals. - President Jimmy Pena Vice-President Rhonda Weeks Secretary Tracy Malone wifihyt Ped tei be Tina Beasley Shannon Beck Brian Beddow Todd Belshe Laura Bender Shannon Benoit Steve Bertrand Nilarn Bhatt Reese Biggs Kerri Bittenbinder Sherrie Blackmon Henry Blackwell Chris Blain Debbie Blakeney Jodi Blankenship Scott Blanton Sammy Blue John Bollier David Bolton Calvin Booker Marlin Booker Jim Booth Tracy Boshart Candace Bostick Greg Bouck Todd Bradbury Lee Brading Susan Bradley Brad Brady Lariann Brede Dawn Brennon Tammy Brigham Frankie Broumley Greg Brown Lewis Brown Melynda Brown Terri Brown Richard Browne Carol Broyles Carrie Bruce People 173 Christy Bruffy Greg Bryan Tammie Buchheit Donna Buck Jackie Buck Tonya Buckley Beth Buckner Lisa Buitron Kristie Bullock Michael Punger Lisa Burcham James Burk Tammy Burkey Ronnie Burkett Susie Burkhalter Janice Burnett Sophomore Favorites When the sophomore class chose their two | favorites, the selection was an easy one. Brian Gloden Allison Owens the ones. ‘“{ felt surprised that people voted for me and I am very grateful towards all of them,” Brian said. Brian participated in and were the Student Council, E.C.A., football and track. After he { graduates Brian plans to attend Baylor Universi- ty and have a career in medicine. “I was honored to be selected by the sopho- Allison Owens Brian Gloden Jimmy Burnett Patricia Burnett Rhonda Burton Lara Butler Leslie Cain Paige Calhoun Mark Campbell Edward Campos Dustin Cannaday Jeannie Carder Lisa Carney Lisa Carter Julie Carver Laurie Cast Paul Cathey Robert Cepak Melisa Chaffee Warren Chappell Shinew Cherian Damon Chisenhall Yeon-Oh Chung James Cintron Paula Clark Marybeth Clevenger 174. Sophomores more class as_ their favorite, and I felt really grateful to the people who believed I could represent them well,” Allison said. Allison has been in- volved in N.M. ac- tivities by serving as a Freshman and Junior Varsity cheerleader, Junior Varsity and Var- sity track teams, a member of Blue Brigade, National Honor Society, F.C.A. and Young Life. After graduation Allison plans to attend the University of Texas at Austin and major in law. Shala Clevenger John Clover Cheri Clutter Shelley Cockes Dalla Cogan Mike Cohen Troy Cole Laurie Colgroue Robin Collins Jennifer Conley Brad Conner Heidi Cook Christy Cooper Leslie Cooper Michele Cooper Xan Cooper Brian walks off the Alison makes sure she has field after football all her books before leaving practice. after cheerleader practice. Jennifer Cormier Shellie Costa Donna Couch Joe Couch Jamie Cox Tamara Cozby Brian Crenshaw Wesley Crooks Michael Crumrine Donald Cummings Shelly Curry Bill Daniel Julie Daniel Lance Daugherty Damon Davenport Scott Davidson Becky Davis Kevin Davis Stacey Davis Tracie Ann Davis Shelia Day Pam Decker Mike Deininger Todd Deniger People 175 After one of the infamous Duck Creek parties, Chris Rittmuller walks in at 1:00 am because that’s what time he said he’d be home. Since he has a 2:30 a.m. curfew, Bret Alexander gloats after he takes his date home. As she climbs out of her Trans Am before her 1:00 a.m. curfew, Cheryl Hartman thinks of ways to get her curfew expended. 176 People et op ¥ ‘, J i “T had car trouble.” “My watch stopped.” “T had to take a friend home.” “The restaurant was crowded.” Do these sound familiar? They should. They're standard excuses for missing curfew. Take a look at the following more original and creative ones: “My car was blocked in at the party.” “Y broke a fingernail and had to rush to the FLO) Soba abo peae PY Curfew Excuses hospital.” “We met the best look- ing guys and had to talk to them.” “We fell asleep at the drive-in.” This is what happens after coming in. But what about before going out? “What time will you be home?” “About 1:00 or 2:00.” “Fine. Have a good time.” Sound vaguely familiar guys? It should. It’s a common conver- sation between a father and his son. But with girls it’s totally different. Where sare: you going?” “Out.” “Out where? Who’s going to be there? Who are you going with? What time will you be back? What are you go- ing to do?” ‘Oh Mom, give me a break.” “Be home by 11:30 and don’t be late!’ Most girls will agree that parents are with more lenient with boys than with girls. Parents just naturally assume that boys can take care of themselves better than girls can. Bei: Matthew Curtis agrees. “I can stay out later than my_ sister because my father doesn’t trust her very much, and he trusts her boyfriend even less! Also, she’s a girl, and to my father, that means trouble.” Jeff Dennis Melissa Dickinson Phillip Doane Brett Dobbs Tammy Dobson Diana Dona Raeann Dornon Chris Dosier Kelly Drasny John Drummond Lisa Drummond Darrell Dubose Bobby Duke Priscilla Duncan Jennifer Dunn Le Dzung Shauna Earp Barry Eason Kristy Echols Lisa Edwards Lori Edwards Stacey Elliott Donna Ellis Brian Emerson Andrea Enriquez Damon Enriquez Cindy Eoff Troyla Etheridge Kerrylea Etter Doug Everett Jeffery Everett Tracy Ewton Kristy Farmer Terry Farmer Chris Fan Jennifer Farrell Lisa Feemster Cindy Ferguson Kim Ferguson Mark Ferguson Denny Ferrantillo Cindy Ferrara Jennifer Ferrell Shannon Fields Sondra Fisher Tracy Fleming Jennifer Fletcher Ben Floor Stacey Ford Jon Foster Stephanie Fothergill Warren Fowler Tim Franz Erica Free Christina Freel Aaron Frith Brent Fuller Eric Fultz Michelle Furr Alysia Gamblin David Gardner Iran Gassman Lourie Gates Lisa Gought Forace Gay Sara Ghafur John Gibson Shane Gibert Chris Giles Brian Gloden Beckey Gondse Chris Gonzales Ignacio Gonzales Susan Goodman Bill Gordon Rosalie Gordon Renay Gray Travis Gray Valerie Graybeal Mary Grech Sophomores 177 tit Sass = - 178 Mesquite Unwelcomes A Change of Weather On Thursday, December 13, at 9:45 a.m., an unusual weather occur- rence disrupted the eastern side of Dallas County. A series of tor- nadoes struck the cities of Balch Springs, Garland, and Mesquite, causing ex- tensive damage in the millions of dollars. The worst damage done was between Bruton Road and Interstate Highway 80. About 35 houses were completely destroyed north and south of Bruton Road between Peachtree and Hickory and several severely damaged were between Scyene and Military Parkway. Mesquite Mayor Brunhilde Nystrom said “We are go- ing to let people rebuild their homes as they were before. If they were wooden structures, they can rebuild wooden struc- Regina Green Christy Gregory Marie Grenier Lisa Greske Patricia Groblewski Bart Gulley Troy Gustin Pam Gustof Kim Guyton Rolando Guzman Brandon Hagins Stacey Hale Janet Haley Jeanna Hall Kim Hall Shayne Hall Eric Halverson Eric Kirk Halverson Michelle Handeland Mandy H aney Amy Harmon Kristin Harris Kyra Harris Sheryl Harris Jane Hasse Brian Hawkins Donna Hayden Kyle Hebert Cindy Hedgpeth Katrina Height David Henderson Stephen Hendrix Becky Hernandez Doug Hester Michael Hicks Chris Higginbotham Rhonda Hilburn Dina Hill Lex Hill Rhonda Himes Sophomores tures. If they were 900 square feet, they can rebuild 900 square feet.” Not only were houses ravaged, but also schools full of children, were damaged. Elementary schools Galloway Bedford, J. ©; Rugel, C. A. Tosch, and S. M. Seaborn were severely damaged. West Mesquite High School had half of its roof torn off while across the _ street, Memorial Stadium lost half of its pressbox. The estimated costs for the damage on the schools was in the thousands. Luckily, for many peo- ple, they were either at school or work when the twisters hit, so no casualties were reported. “I didn’t believe it,” said sophomore Georgia Na- tions. “People thought tornadoes would never come to Mesquite.” Memorial Stadium’s pressbox after the tornadoes the damage in ¢ touchdown. neighborhood. = eer a ee A local backyard left in ruins after the unexpected disaster. Mr. Ron Pardun talks about the damage done to his house by the tornado. HIs roof was damaged. Debris left over from the twister could be seen in the court yard of West Mesquite and Memorial Stadium. Rob Hindman Mickey Hiser Stephen Holden Frank Hogan Kim Holley Darron Holloman Julie Holloman John Holt Gary Hopkins Paula Hopkins Steve Hopkins Jace Houston Joe Hubik Pam Huckabee Robin Humphreys Howard Hunter Philip Hunter Darrin Isbeli Brian Ishmael David Jackson Jennifer Jacobs Ted Jakubowski Vicki James Christi Jameson Angie Janosik Traci Jeffers Michele Jensen Jana Jessee Karen Jette Ajith John Brent Johnson David Johnson Debbie Johnson Jimi Johnson Julia Johnson Kim Johnson Tammy Johnson Andrew Clay Jones Andy Jones Jana Jones People iy Jennifer Jones Kevin Jones Lisa Jones Melissa Jones Stephanie Jones Steven Jones Justin Jordan Matt Jordan Stacy Julian Corey Junell Judd Kennedy Greg King Jeff Kinney Kjersti Kirkwood Lynn Knight Johnny Knighten Shannon Knobelsdorff Jeff Kofahl Scott Koger Tracey Lamp Laura Lancaster Sean Landry Linda Lane Kristi Lawbaugh Cathy Lawrence Lisa Layer Tracy Leard Chong Lee Jack Lee John Pat Lee Suzanne Lee Suzanne Lee Judy Leerssen Joe Lewis Donald Lloyd Tracy Longtin Sherry Loomis Melissa Loosier Robbie Lopez Yolanda Lopez 180 Sophomores Students Enroll In Class With Force “When will I ever learn to drive?” “But you promised me a car, Dad!” These are common words faced by parents whose children want to feel a part of the grow- ing population of drivers. More than ever, students are eager to drive on their own without being chauf- feured around by their parents or older brother or sister. This is the time Driver’s Education comes in. Students 15 years or older were signing up in this course in great numbers that classes were usually filled to capacity. Students dream to Driving drive their own set wheels, no matter w) the vehicle may Ic like, usually make th to start to drive with a license or even permit. They usually set th sights to cruise arou Galloway or just ai way to get to and fr places. Driver’s Ed is than just a class to} out driving skills ou front of a_ steeri wheel, but also a dl where students ( learn the rules of road. . “It gives you a sou of transportation ¢ helps you to une stand the ways of road as a pedestria Jane Hasse,said. Lauren Lowery Kelly Lawley Toni Lowrimore Paul Lozey Shelly Luehrs Cathy Oper and Jamie Teems head for the simulator before the tardy bell. Melissa Lujan Tricia Lumpkin Nancy Lynch Melissa Lyuan Brian Mabary Tracy Malone Marci Mangham Kimberly Mank Stacey Marks Leslie Marriott Jonell Martin Sandra Martin Susan Martin George Martine David Marweg John Mathews Ward Mathews Serena Mathis Sean Matney Theresa Maughn Chris Mayhall Billy Mayhaw Don McCauley Kara McClendan Tara McClewer Laura McDonald Gena Mc Elyea Andrea McFadden Pamela McFarland Mike McGehee” John McKenzie Desiree McNamee Matt Mecke Nancy Mecker Tracy Mehegan David Melrose Monica Mendez Paul Mendoza Dee Mexia Dana Meyers Shawn Michaels Christy Miller Kristi Miller Pam Miller Sharon Mills Micheal Bunger, David Baker, and Ronnie Burkett take a rest after a day of 18] driving. Sophomores Stefanie Mills Rodney Moffett Deann Motencupp Jesse Molina Teresa Molina Dana Mollett Greg Molo Bryan Mondy Bobby Monk John Montoya Charles Moore Edward Moore Kelly Moore Marshall Moreno Lisa Morgan Glen Morris Melisa Morris Jeff Morrow George Morton Barry Mosher Lisa Moya Lisa Muldon Rodney Mullins Jan Mullins Students Experience ife as a Lefty All through North Mesquite, left-handers say that they are being discriminated against. Door handles, desks, and scissors seem to be only for right-handed people. Left-handed students are often stereo-typed as being different. Kim Ferguson, sophomore, says, “If the left side of your brain controls the right side of your body, then only left-handed people are in their right mind.” Bobbie Murph Jode Murphy Dawn Murr Jimmy Myers Cynthia Nash Georgia Nations Tricia Nations Craig Nelson Jenniger Nelson Rhonda Nelson Amy Newman Judy Newman Thao Nguyen Shane Nicholson Karen Nigo Stacey Noe Todd O’Brien Bryan Odom Danny Odom Lewis Oliver Rhonda Oliver Gilbert Olivo Alison Orren Allison Owens 182 Sophomores Still some say that being a part of the left-handed minority has its advantages. Sherome Jenkins, left-handed sopho- more, says that if given a choice her preference would be to remain left- handed. Most left- handers say that everyone is their own individual and unique person, and that being left- handed isn’t what makes them original and differ ent. One advantage is in playing tennis, Tricia Lumpkin, left-handed tennis player, says that when she plays tennis she has to learn to do everything the direct opposite of her right- handed instructor. Yet Assistant Principal Ron Pardun believes that it helps in the long run when playing tennis, “because the opponent hits to my forehand by mistake.” Mr. Ron Pardun does left-handed work at desk. Debbie Fyffe writes on the chalkboard with | her left hand. wise Tricia Lumpkin prac- tices her left-hand serve. Danny Owens Russell Padon Monica Palmer Stacy Palmore Kevin Parmer Michelle Parnell David Parrish Patricia Pattan Pat Paulus Grey Payne Taminy Peace Chery! Pearce Verna Pecht James Pene Jane Perez Rachel] Perez Bruce Perkins Hauna Perry Lisa Perry Travis Perry Melisa Poter Donnie Peterson Kristin Petty Darolyn Phillips Steven Pinckard April Plunk Jason Pope Mike Posey Barbara Poston Melissa Peter Christy Powell Scott Powell John Powers Jeff Prater Nancy Prather Susan Pyles Julia Quinteros Ricardo Quiroz Charles Ragsdale Jean Ramey Tara Rankin Lisa Rash Mike Rasmussen Christina Ray Jeff Ray Jeff Redden Richard Reed Mark Reddin People 183 Steve Sharp Laurie Sheaner Christy Sheets Chris Sheffield Bryan Shelton Ron Sherwinski Tanus Shidid Kevin Shivers Jeff Shaw David Sifuentes David Sibipback Staci Simmons Stephanie Simmons Tricia Simms Lee Simpson Bryan Sims Dena Sims Jill Sink Leah Skelton Carrie Slodowick Lori Slusher Keri Smerly Brian Smith Charla Smith Eugene Smith Greg Smith Kent Smith Rodney Smith Scott Smith Sharla Smith Brian Snodgrass Jamie Southard Stacy Souther Karon Sparks Andy Stachowiak Joanna Stanglin Phillip Starr Jason Staton Michelle Steelman Vance Stembers Living on the Line What is the national past time for most high school students? Talk- ing on the phone. “I love to talk. My parents got a phone for me so I could talk to my “main squeeze,”’ Tracy Ewton. But most kids do not always need an excuse for talking on the phone. “T have to get an assignment.” “Tl need help to study for a major exam tomorrow.” explained 184 Sophomores “T’ve got to catch up on the latest dirt.” “Where's the party?” “It's time for my dai- ly rap with my honey.” Phone conversations may last anywhere from 60 seconds to four or five hours. A few people, like Mindy Renner, have limits.” “T can’t have calls between 11:00 p.m. and 5:00 a.m., but it’s not a real problem since nobody calls then unless it’s an emergen- cy,” she said. 2 Dale Reicheit ff Reiter Tad Renfro Amy Rice Amy Rice atti Riza Darla Roberts Jimmy Robertson Fred Robinson Charleen Roder Cathy Rodriquez Chris Rodriquez Kathy Rodriquez Reg Rodriquez Ryan Reed Gary Reese Je C e Roseborough chelle Roy Jerry Satterfield ylvia Rodriquez Leslie Sadler lain 18 Mi Brian Roel Oscar Rosales S hari Sawyer Tricia Schellenberg Mike Scheperg Marci Scherzer April Sauceman Kim 5 ! Scott ci Seabolt Melissa Seachord Scott an ta: Mellissa Searchord Robert Self Jo S Danny Sellings er elman Sharp S Holly Selman E y mma Semml Steve Sharp Karen Ureste Am Paul : Nm Martell don talk enough at home they use the school phones f ith “and Mon Sm 't ica ennifer G ANCE ia) 00. son Wraps on the phone between Joh Kim es class Pancake Make-Up and Pencil Help Students Show Their Hidden Talents We study, we exer- cise, we work, we go out, but; what do we do in our spare time? What do students do when they are not at school or a_ school- related activity? Many students have in- teresting lives outside of North Mesquite. A typical Saturday for Christina Sides begins about 8 am with a shower and then a one and a half hour make-up session. She’s a model?!! No! A Clown! After about three hours of walking around a local mall Dana Stephens John Stephens Raquel Stephens Stacy Stephens Brent Stewart Cheryl Stewart Derek Stewart Doug Stewart Heath Stewart Kibbie Stiff Stephen Stiger Donald Stockard John Stockard Lara Stone Shannon Stover Sofia Stutts Robby Surcek Kim Swell Lorie Takitt Amie Tanner Shawna Tauton Tim Taylor Trent Tedder Ricky Thomas Kielei Thompson Wendy Threlkeld Judy Tiller Shawndell Tillery Sharon Tipay Lisa Tolbert Rameall Terrence Heath Tow 186 Sophomores making balloon animals and playing with child mein) Christina returns home and becomes a “typical” teen-ager again. Is this an easy job? Christina laughingly said, “For the rest of the day and night I just sit around and rest from all the laughing and smiling and playing of the day!” Scott Davidson can often be found with pencil in hand creating yet another work of art. Drawing mainly Fan- tasy and Science Fiction characters, Scott spends nearly thirty hours a week working on his intricately detailed drawings and sketches. Reflecting on the significance of his work, Scott com- mented, “Even though many people have told me that I'll never get anywhere with Fantasy art, I have set out to prove them wrong. Science Fiction and Fantasy is an escape of sorts, it lets me be what I want to be for a while.” Scott Davidson concen- trates intently on one of his first color artworks. Just Clowning around! Christina Sides makes balloon animals at a local mall. A Warrior from an} age. | Dee Townsend Dana Tedway Vickie Trimble Christi Tucker Bronya Tuley Tiae Turner Ted Tutor Kelly Tyler Brad Underwood Johnny Valentino Chris Ann Vanlopy Susan Varghese Sarah Vasquez James Venrick Jason Vinton Shelley Vorwak Bob Vukosovich Kelly Wadsworth Jerry Wagner Cari Wallace Mary Wallace Shelly Walthall David Washburn Kathy Watkins Sharie Watkins Curtis Watson William Watson Steve Wavrusa Rhonda Weeks Dwayne Wellman David Wells DeAnn Welsh Amy Wenz Stacey West Bruce Wheeler Bonnie Whitaker Beverly White Karen White Donnie Wiggins Andrea Wight Greg Wilborn Erin Wilcots Byron Wilks Angie Willard Cass Williams Laura Williams ThyLynn Williams Britain Willis Kirk Willis Chad Willis Amuy Wilson Billy Wilson Gary Wilson Gidget Wilson Howie Wilson Phillip Wilson Shawn Wilson Peter Winfree Elizabeth Wingler Valarie Wingler Brandy Winkfein Shane Withers Monica Wocdall Joe Woth James Wright Paula Wright Shannon Wright Roy Wynne Kathy Yonick Chris Zink Tina Zook Laura Zumbrun People 187 Mike Abbott Christy Abernathy LeNora Acy Roger Adams Shalu Agarwal Debby Ahrens Michelle Alexander Billy Allen Ray Allen Brenda Almand Phillip Alonzo Armando Alvarez Maribel Alvarez Beth Ardanwski Tammy Armstrong Amy Artz Gerald Askue Malcolm Ashton Jeff Ausbrook Brad Austin Brad Austin Clara Austin Tami Axton Tammy Bady Liz Bady Karen Bailey Kathy Baird Dawn Baker Lerolyn Baker Miles Balthrop Denise Ball Johnny Ball Kim Ball Amy Bankester Darla Bannister Edward Baptista Adli Barakat Eddie Barrett Melinda Batson Heather Baxter Tracy Baxter Angie Beard Chandra Beasley Tony Beaty Joe Beauchamp Genny Beaupre Rick Bedmarski Johny Bell Kenny Bellows Carol Berg Robert Beyer Angela Bilyeu Tina Biredick Tammy Bishop Darla Blackman Al Blaylock Shawn Blaylock Mike Bobbitt Ashley Boling Sandra Bollier Sherry Bond Rodney Bongs Kevy Booker Joe Bowden Mike Bowden Stacy Bowden David Bowdoin Tony Bowen Ray Bowers Evan Bowery Cathy Bowman Debbie Bowman Matt Boyd Paul Brabham Julie Branson Chris Brayles Pam Brest Glenn Bright Jennifer Brooks Mike Brorone 188 Freshmen Bill Brown Brian Brown Christi Brown David Brown Jason Brown Karlene Brown Kevin Brown Richard Brown. Troy Brown Toby Bryant Tonya Buckley Brian Burden Michelle Burgess Teresa Burgess Patsey Burkey Wendy Burkhart Charles Burns Tracy Burns Jennifer Burross Kim Bustamante Chad Cagni Robert Cain Jill Calverly Warren Campbell ae was a great ‘honor to great and we have: a be selected as vice-pres- tremely supportive, and pe elected as a class officer, tremendous amount of ident of the Freshman class would be willing to go to has shown that the peo- school ween and a. all limits in order to be an Po the frosh class spirit, — — privilege outstanding class,” said respect me and trust me added 3 a to be _ Lissa Krahn, the Freshman 3 ough to allow me to. Keith. N.M. is the best school involved Class secretary. Peresent them saidKeith Mar. §§ around and it is the in the Lissa also felt honored kins, president of His ie ne students that make it that decis- that she was elected to shman class. Waters, wav.” Keith Wilkins ions and _ serve as the secretary of her Keith feels that among vice - y u sugges- class and hopes that the duties as presidentheis pres- —- tions class can accomplish | jlso there to make sure that ident her - of our. something. i ‘veryone has the best year Freshman man Class, said, class.” 3 ssible.” ‘ The frosh class is “1 feel that it is an honor to “T feel that our class is ex- President Keith Wilkins - - + as . - Vice-President Marlene Waters re secretary Lissa Krahn papemmeecrsnoninnconenmene 5 ee sre hc A AE ETI IEC teal OR OA OIE People 189 Amanda looks Brian works hard to finish through the card his assignment in typing. catalog for a book for English class. Maura Canty Melissa Capps Leslie Caraway Jason Carney Janet Carr Eddie Calvert Damon Carter Dennis Carter Steve Carter Kelly Carver Jerrese Carwile Melanie Cary Holley Casey Larry Cassady Robin Causey Richard Cervantes Charles Chambers Rodney Chambers Patrick Chapa Brian Chapman Greg Chappell Carrie Charles Jenny Christian Angela Chumbley Hwa Jung Chung Kelly Clark Patrisha Clark Sonya Clark Sherree Clem Kelly Clements Christi Congleton Jamie Coker Joanie Coker Gary Collins Tom Collins Chris Collins Jesse Colwill Brent Comstock Steve Conely Scott Conger Steve Conley Cesar Contresas Amy Coons Andy Cook Brenda Cook Catrina Cook Christopher Corder Steve Cornue 190 Freshman ’ Freshman Favorites The freshmen seemed � know who they anted to represent fem as favorites and ‘ian Sagraves and manda McPhearson j2re the chosen ones. “Y was a little nervous a first, but I feel it is an mor to have been dosen by my friends,” amitted Brian. Brian ss. he enjoys sports ry much as he par- ‘tlipates in football, bsketball, and_ track re at N.M. He plans to _alend college, hopefully : i | receiving a sports scholarship. “Tt really is an honor to be picked because it was totally unexpected,” Amanda said. Amanda says she would like to go to the University of Texas at Austin and ma- jor in Food and Beverage Management and some- day own her own restaurant. She has par- ticipated in cheerleading, volleyball and as a member of the Blue Brigade. Amanda McPhearson Brian Sagraves Katrese Cook Kim Cook Lori Coronado Cathy Coursey Wendy Cox Kelly Coxwell Clift Cozby Lisa Crabtree Steve Crabtree Mike Craft Cari Cranfill Brad Criswell Sean Cross Mandi Crosswhite Ronnie Crow Christia Crum Rina Crump Tammy Crutchfield Lisa Cummings Wesley Cunningham Laura Curtis J.C. Dallmann Keith Dalton Brady Davis Camille Davis Jay-Jay Davis Jennifer Davis Shane Davis Stephen Devoy Marvin DeWolfe Daryl Dial Norton Diaz Amy Dickey Jerrell Dittman Jeff Doane Dee Dee Donaldson Trent Donohue Rebecca Dooley Jimmy Doolin Lee Doolin Robert Dotson Wesley Douglas Tammy Driggars Keith Duckworth Michael Duckworth Brian Duggan Brian Duncan Chris Dunaway People ified George Duncan James Dunn John Dunn Tim Eames Bruce Eaton Debbie Edmundson Leigh Ann Edwards Eric Elder Glenn Ellerbrook Mark Elliott Leigh Ellis Kathy Engelhardt Mike Ennis Serigo Espinsa Kara Essman Holly Ethridge Danny Eudy Mary Evans Kim Ewing Danny Farina Kim Farmand Michael Feemster Jason Fellers Jay Fenstermacher Richard Fetty Cindy Fillmon Lisa Finch Cheri Flint Christi Flint Pam Flowers Robert Flowers Tina Foley Charles Ford Manuel Formossa John Fornero Jackie Foshee Diann Foster Jimmy Foster Mark Foster Mindy Foster Steve Foster Scott Fothergill Lincoln Fox Richard Francis Eric Free Lisa Freeman Sean Freeman Jason Frith Tammy Fuller George Fulton Christie Gambill Michell Garcia Mike Gardner Wendy Gardner Jeanna Garvin Dale Gentry Chris Geter Jackie Gilbreath Steve Gillepie Sherri Giles Stacie Givens Timothy Glasson Anna Gonzalez Elizabeth Gonzales Barbara Gonzalez Greg Good Jeff Good Misti Goodman Kenneth Goolsby Karla Goss Warren Grady Scott Graham Ursula Graham Lonnie Gray Debi Greer Ronnie Griffin Shawna Grimes Steve Grimes Dona Grinstead Karey Gunn 192 Freshmen ‘tudying diligent Cesar Deena Ane Beard work to lish their assignment in Mrs. _nkston’s class. Collaborating in the hails, freshmen Angie Powers, Deb- bie Edmundson, Damian Hogue, and Holli Holbrook are ready to go home. : | ) NM Halls are Filled With Untamiliar Faces At 8:25 am on the first day of school, the tardy bell rings and first period begins. An upperclassman looks around the room for some of his peers to sit down with. As his eyes scan the room, no familiar faces are found, with the exception of the boy who looks like a younger version of one of his friends. The frustrated up- perclassman finally spots a seat by the only other up- perclassman and sits down. The senior listens in on a couple of conversations around him. Topics include: “Did you find D floor okay?”; “Where's the cafeteria?’’; “Wow! This school’s a lot big- ger than junior high!”; and of course, “Do you know where I can purchase an elevator pass?” Where did they all come from? Did the middle schools send seventh- graders, too? The up- perclassman then discovered that there was a majority of freshmen about him and then proceeds to sell elevator and pep-rally passes to the unsuspecting freshmen. There was a total enroll- ment of 777 freshmen for the 1984-85 school year, coming from McDonald, Vanston, and Sunnyvale junior high schoois, about twice the size of the other classes. Senior Deanna Hipp said, “Freshmen are bad about running into people in the hall because they are always afraid of being late to class. But I was a freshman once myself.” Kellie Gunn Jenniger Haas Jason Haddock Jason Haddock Regina Haley Sharon Halfaker Kim Hall Deedra Hamilton D’Juan Hamilton Kim Hamilton Shannon Hamilton Wayne Hamilton Christi Hampton Brandon Hanson Bryan Hanson Shelly Hanson Michelle Harris Stacy Harris Robby Hart Brad Hartsfield Mary Harworth Linda Hawkins Stacy Hawkins Chrissy Hazelwood People 193 Amy Heaps Amy Hearn Larry Heath Ginger Heflin Trevina Height Kurt Hendrix Lee Ann Henrie Drew Henry Kristi Henry Billy Herd Adam Hernandy Fabian Hernandey Johnny Hernandez Terry Hernandez Vanessa Hernandez Kyle Herron Leslie Hickey Greg Hill Jessie Hill Richard Hinshaw Yvonne Hipp Amy Hiser Nathan Hoang Tab Hoffman Times change as peo- ple do along with what is offered on the market. There are new technical appliances that make life easier for everyone such as garage door openers. As Patcharee Roberts said, “Things are done easier and faster and computers contribute to this. We need the computers and the computers need us.” There are fears that one day computers will replace many jobs leav- ing people unem- ployed. When asked how one would feel if his job was replaced by Daymion Hogue Sherri Hogue Holli Hollrook Brian Holgan Wade Hollingsworth Lance Hollowa Thomas Holt Scott Hookings Bryan Hopkins Keith Hopkins Paula Hopkins Mike Hornbuckle Suzanne Howell Josevier Hudson Andy Hulacbh Al Hulsey Jeannine Hunt Shannon Hunt Shannon Hunter Clint Hurst Kari Jackson Yasser Ideis James Hutto Quylie Hutcheson 194 Freshmen Mapping It Out a computer, Donald Wilcox confessed, “‘I would be ticked off!” An- drea Harris also said, “To have a computer take over one’s job would be a big examines the computer in the library. Landon Farle blow to the ego. If the company did not give me another job with equal pay, I would sue!” In order to prepare the adults of the future for the improving world, the Mesquite schools have now begun to put Apple II computers in accounting rooms and libraries. Com- puter programming is of- fered as a class, also. As Sharon Ellis stated, “Computers of the future will be an asset to business owners, farmers, and even schools.” Mr. Wagliardo helps Lisa Vestal with her program while Ajith John programs his. Dennis Arnold ponders while trying to figure out a computer math program. Danny Plummer and Daniel Propes enjoy a break when playing computer games. William Jackson Jeff James Tammie Janca Shannon Jenkins Russel Jimmerson Brandon Johnson Brandon Johnson Cindy Johnson Debbie Johnson Jeanie Johnson Koy Johnson Rober E. Johnson Sean Johnson Phil J. Johnston Ginger Jolley Chris Jones Chris Jones Jason Jones Mark Jones Michael Jones Mitch Jones Robert Jones Steve Jones Tausa Jones Troy Kane Donna Kauitzsch Melissa Kay Scott Keats Jayneen Kennedy Kristopher Kidd Stephen Killingsworth Cynthia Kilpatrick Andra King Dottie King Rodney King Laura Kinkeade Barry Kirk Racquel Kirk Shari Kirk John Kirkland Charice Kirkpatrick Arthur Koenig Rachelle Kononiuk Alisa Kazlosky Lissa Krahn Susan Krause Gary Kustz Keri Kyser Kevin Lamb James Lambeth Jimmy Lambright Chad LaMont Lydia LaNove Ricky Larson Deanna Lawrence Kim Lawrence Dawn Lawson Debbie Laxson Trosper Layne Tracy Leard Vink LeDang Brandon Lee Mike Lee Robert Lee Lance Leisure Duke Lemons Mark Leons Chris Limmer Cindy Linker Chris Little Heather Livingston Martha Leuvanos —— iit ts iS Sia bee R Ra me pean Serre ern ees se TT | ign the last bus to us arrive, s 30 leaves with only abowt 20 students aboard. Waiting for her ride to ap- pear, ee Angela Kuyken- dail kills some time by do- ing her homework. Students may be Going Places — But How “IT wish I had a car’... always have to bum a ride’...“I hate walking home!” All likely excuses usually heard from the mouth’s of a typical freshman. Nowadays, it seems like everyone, one time or another, needs a ride home or places to go that they feel is impor- tant. They usually depend on parents, a brother or a= sister, boyfriend, or girlfriend for transportation to and from places. With today’s teen- agers, there is always something to do or somewhere to go, like shopping, movies, dates, or just to go cruis- ing with friends. “My dad is always griping about that I always want to go somewhere, and I don’t think he really likes taking me places,” remarked Keith Hopkins. “I really feel uneasy about riding with my parents. You never know what they might say. I would rather be able to drive myself,” he said. But not. only are freshmen the only ones bumming rides, but are some sophomores and just a few juniors.’ They are usually seen. impatiently waiting for the buses or their “chaperon’” to arrive, or just begging and pleading with a friend’ for a ride so they wont. have to ride the usually | crowded buses. Chaperoning usué happens when the : dent has no absolu way of getting whe he wants to. Most students a that they, and the hee parents, generally do: invasion of privacy. parents feel the sar way, but they do anyway,” freshmé Keith Wilkins said. Kim Rowe felt th chaperones were — their own protect “Teenagers feel t they are too old chaperones. It’s not the chaperones 4 trust them. Teen, have all their life t free. Two or three y won't hurt anythin she said. 196 Freshmen Delanie Loertcher Ashley Lopes Scott Lorpenter Terry Lott Jarod Locust Daniel Louzau Herman Luna Chris Lyons Doris Lyons David Maddox Tina Maddox Wendy Magee Andy Malcolm Tracy Malcomb Steve Malin Kelli Maples Kim Mapl es Alex Martin Debra Martin Melissa Martin Marco Martinez Ramon Martinez Monica Martell Pam Marvey Ronnie Mason Sam Mason hope Masters Seanna Matney Erin Mattingl Wayne Mauldin May Grey Steven May Laura Mayes Terry Mayo Charlie McAndly Christy McBride David McCall Agnela McClure Christy McCollom Dee Dee McCoy Mike McCoy Trish McCoy Macky McCutchen Rusty McDaniel Sarma McDaniel Max McFadden Chris McGinty Melanie McGill Michelle McGinnis Shana McLarry Jay McMennamy Teresa McMillan Amanda McPherson Chris McSorley Lisa Mearson Kim Meli Shannen Melton Beverly Miller Eric Miller Merry Miller Myrna Miller Teresa Mills Tony Mitchell Brenda Nowak Rene Molina Joseph Monroy Marsha Monteil Mark Montgomery Heather Montgomery Johnny Moody Brian Moore David Moore Eddie Moreno Dawn Morgan Frank Morgan Lance Morgan Shawn Morgan Tonya Morgan Brad Morris : { People 197 Jerry Morris Leann Morris Wendy Morris Mike Morrow Jason Moseley Jason Motley Donny Mumma Emily Murdock Brian Nabors Kenny Neece Shelly Nelson Scott Newmann John Newton Christine Nguyen Ky Nguyen L eslie Nightingale Shawnna Nix Donna Nordin Rick Northcutt Tammie Norton Patti Noster Charles Nutt Eren OBrien Susan Ocneschek Tina Olgiun Rachel Olivia Tracy Olson Billy O’Neal Tina O'Neal Delfina Ontiveros Erin Otero Jeff Ott Cherie Owens Julie Owen Mark Ownby Ronson Page Felicia Palma Roy Pamplin Jody Paugh Scott Paugh Russ Paulov Beth Peace Tony Peeples Jennifer Pennington Richeard Pennington Tony Perdue John Perez Bryan Perrigo 198 Freshmen | Devotion Loyalty and Love Doctors say that they give more emotional support than most peo- ple and that their love and loyalty are beyond measure. Who are they? They are our pets! Mothers frequently say, “Feed the dog . Take the cat out ... Clean the fish tank ...” But, do students actual- ly have the time to do these on top of their jobs and school work? For numerous students, all these come with the territory of be- ing a pet owner. But are they worth it? Senior Timothy Sharp, who’s owned his mixed ter- rier for over three years, said, “It would feel empty to go through high school without a pet.” Some students opt for the more “out of the ordinary” pets. For ex- ample, Senior Prissy Halbert owns cows and Senior Sherry Blue owns two horses. For a more different pet, Robbie Babb, Senior, And why is th special attachment ween pets and owners? Senior Crockett explai have a way of their owner they'll always bi for them.” theless, there 4 when pets can Senior Stacie adds, ‘There is ni worse than findi in an awful way our dog or cat is Louse- broken! Faith Petty Hope Petty Lisa Phillips Sheryl Phillips Tommy Phillips Alexander Pina Scott Pittman Jerry M. Plunk Larry Plunk Cori Ponsford Jenni Pope Damon Posey Brett Poteet Patty Pound Julie Powers Susan Powers Thomas Prater Mike Pratt Tommy Presley Valerie Pressley Renee Prestriedge Heath Price Bobby Primm Bobby Ramsey Rusty Ratliff Alana Rattan Earl Rautenstrauch Chuck Rawlinson Casey Rawls Chris Ray Chris Wayne Ray David Ray Tracy Raymond Michael Rea Dena Reichert Terry Reshers Becky Reyes Chris Reyes Kaire Rial Lisa Ribbs Stacy Riddler Glen Rike Dale Rings Manuel Rios Anthony Roberts Stevey Robertson Susan Robertson Garth C. Robinson Jan Packer gives snacks to her do Muff, but only if he does a trick, Tickling is a com- mon pasttime of Sherry Blue and her dog, Mr. Tucker People 199 Black Thai Affair What do you call a Black Thai,a group of Lewis Griffen, and “New Year’s Day,” group of musically in- four seniors who came Mark Nester. “Over the Mountain,” clined shi h, school together in order to Practicing every “You Really Got Me Shaan! band, of jay music for the Pop night for two weeks Now,” and a short ex- course, but more “ ifically. at North Show, consists of Brian prior to the Pop Show, cerpt from the “Exit pop Show ehiar bl Black T hai. Sledge, Jeff Allen, the band performed: Stage Left” drum solo. Black Thai. Christie Rockbuck Kim Rodgers Rusty Rodgers Ernie Roe Belinda Roebuck Angie Roel Shelly Rogers Todd Rolen Michelle Ronaghe Diane Ross Vicki Roushey Kim Rowe Joelle Roy Nolle Roy Randy Ruff Melody Rumfelt Brian Russ Tammy Rutledge Brian Sagraves Kristin Salas Lance Sampson Steve Sanborn Alfredo Sanches Jennifer Sanders 200 Freshmen Kristi Sanders Mark Sanders Susan Sanders Trey Sanderson Wendy Sandlin Michaela Sanford Chris Sauter Gerald Schaffer Chris andthe Illya Schec Lorri Schmidt Jennifer Schram Forrest Scott Randy Scott Frank Scranton Donna Seachord Carey Self Jeff Self Jennifer Sellner David Sepulveda Shannon Sharp Todd Sharp Cathey Shaver Terry Shawna Laurie Sheaner James Shelton Kelly Shepherd Hoto Shipman Keith Sholar Melanie Shuttleworth Sharon Simpson Michele L. Six Ronda Skelton Lisa SKinner Joni Sloan Becky Smith Gennifer Smith Kim Smith Leigh Anne Smith Michelle Smith Mike Smith Rhonda Smith Scott Smith Jim Snyder Vance Sparks Jeff Stacy Erin Stambauch Kevin Stehn Kim Stephens Lynn Stephens Michelle Stephenson David Stewart Lorna Stewart Russel! Stewart Shelly Stewart Melanie Strawn Amy Strickland Julie Stockard Jason Stone Jeff Stone Kevin Stovall Rhonda Stone David Strange Elizabeth Suder Melissa Suggs Sabrina Sunday Chester Sweeney Tarnmie Tanner David Tate Stephen Tate David Taylor Mike Taylor Tracy Taylor Shari Tedrick Deven Tenney Shannon Tensley Shannon Terrell Deidre Terry James Thigpen Beena Thomas People 201 Michelle Thomas Cheryl Thomason Kim Thomason Chris Thompson Rhonda Thompson Shannon Thompson Stacey Thompson Angela Thomson Hien Tieu Kent Tillman Carolyn Tobias Candi Toczik John Todd Angie Tovey Mike Trabue Samantha Tramel Terri True Steve Tucker Tina Tullant Brian Tullos Stephanie Tullos Jason Turner Jim Tyler Steve Tyler Karen Useste Natosha Ussery Joe Valdez Frank Valencia Sean Vallejo Chris Vanderford Tonya Vandergriff Kirsten Vandeventer Eric Van Meter Mathew Varghese Abbey Vasquez Robby Vaughan Keith Veal Louis Vera Beth Videan Greg Vike Mark Vrzak Aaron Wagner Daron Wagner Heather Wagner Kenny Wakeland Bobbie Walker Heather Walker Matt Walker Erica Walsh David Warner Shari Warner Laura Warren Jason Washburn Richard Washburn Emmett Washington Marlene Waters Jamey Watson Mike Watson Robert Watson Shannon Watson Tina Watson Kim Watwood LeNora Way Laurie Weatherby Sam Weatherby Theresa Webb James Scott Weckman Sabrina Wellman Kristy Wells Kristina Westerfield Wayne Whatley Pam Wheeler Scott Whitaker Glenda White Shannon Whitworth Mark Whorton David Wilcox Keith Wilkins Shannon Wilks Barry Williams 202 Freshmen Picture Not Available Jay Pearce, North Mesquite student, helps with machinery at the new radio station and makes announcements on the air. Radio Station is Mesquite’s Newest Arrival 88.3 FM RADIO, KEOM, is the new radio station in the area. The radio station is a format for the Mesquite In- dependent School District to spread news faster, and the station allows students to learn ““‘Hands-On’’ ex- perience in the radio world. Mr. Mike Wolf and Dr. James Griffen, faculty of West Mes- quite High School, disc-jockey the radio station. Occasionally, North Mesquite students, Brian Mayes and Jamie Cox, go and do their own show. On Fridays, The KEOM tower, located at Memorial Stadium in Mesquite. Brian and Jamie get other students from North Mesquite to help them to tape their latest program. “Every so often we have some interesting things on the air,” says Brian Mayes, “but the station can only play music that is approved atid authorized by the Parent Teacher Associa- tion.” KEOM RADIO plays popular, western, and show tunes. Coach Robertson said, ‘This station can help benefit people in the area by helping them to keep up with events in the School District, such as weather, baseball, foot- ball and_ basketball games, along with special events.’ Darrin Williams Kim Williams Lacy Williams Roger Williams Tammy Williamson Angie Wilson Domon Wilson Melissa Wilson Merrie Anne Wilson Shane Wilson Gary Winsett Karin Withers Kim Withers Wendy Wood Melanie Woodall Randy Woody Pam Woonack Angela Workman Jason Wright Melanie Wright Randy Wright Sheila Wright Doug Wygal Tommy Yates Tommy Yates Rena Ybarbo Keith Yonick Donny Yoon Larry York Todd Young Tonya Youngman Jamie Zalesky People 203 204 Keeping NM Up to Standards They say the Mes- guite ISD is one of the best school districts in the state, and principal John Campbell does his best to keep North Mes- quite up to those stan- dards, though it’s been especially difficult this year. “The transitions with House Bill 72 has been a trying period for everybody -— teachers, students, parents, and administrators,’ he explained. Many students, especially seniors, made it clear that they didn’t like any of the changes. “The seniors were good kids, but they were lacking in positive leadership,” Mr. Campbell com- mented, “They really needed to project a positive attitude to- wards themselves and the school so the underclassmen could have good examples to model themselves after.” Mr. Campbell noticed that the teachers had been af- fected by the new rules and_ policies also. “There was so much strain on them this year because of the new rules. The overcrowding didn’t help much either, but when Poteet High School gets built, that problem will be solved. We'll also be able to do away with of the portables, which will please both the students and _ the teachers.” Mr. Campbell add- ed that, ‘Through all the changes and dif- ficulties of the school year, many of our students con- tinue to work toward receiving a good educational founda- tion and this is a most encouraging thing.” Martha Adcock: 20th Century Europe, Government, World Geography. Ada Allen: Ac- counting Mike Allen: Distributive Education [, II. Linda Attaway: French I, II. Kenny Barnes: Physical Train- ing, Girls Track. Randy Barnes: Biology I. Peggy Barnett: Recording Secretary. Gloria Benavides: Spanish II- IV. Gay Bennett: English I. Maggie Birdsong: Homemak- ing I-II, Child Development. Faculty PIN ee ee vth the people at NM. Jhn Campbell luring the day, Mr. John Campbell les to mingle with the students and ichers to tind out what is going on in’ outside with Brian Mondy, ). Campbell socializes on Western Ly. ‘rincipal Administration SUPERINTENDENT Dr. Ralph Poteet Dr. Don Wooley Board of Trustees: seated: Mrs. Reba Jones, Vice president; E. J. Larsen, president; H. E. Finley, sec- t ASSIST. SUPERINTENDENT ASSIST. SUPERINTENDENT Mr. Jack Hicks retary. Standing: Dr. Cary Tanamachi, B. J. Smith, Jerry Stroud, Mrs. Sue Ann Mackey. Gary Blair: Health, Boys Track, Freshman football. DaNaune Bloodworth: Intro to Algebra, Business Math. Nancy Bordon: American History, Economics. ceeBy Bowdoin: English I. Cathy Bradley: Art I-IV. Steve Bragg: American History. Sue Braden: Jr. Counselor. James Brinkley; Rec Outdoor Tennis. Donna Capps: Physical Ed. Girls Varsity Basketball. Ron Chauvin: Registrar. Faculty 205 206 Gary Childress: Varsity Foot- ball. Renee Clark: Tech. Theater IJ, II, Theater Arts I-IV. Price Clifford: World History, CVAE Social Studies, Mike Coffey:Assistant Principal, Sandra Conine: Teacher's Aide. Carol Cooley: assistant Prin- cipal, Leta Cornelius: Typing [, Adv. Typing I, Accounting I. Tom Council: Unity, A Capella, Chorale, Concert Choir. Julie Crockett: Resource English II, Resource Math. Ben Cross: Chemistry I, IL, Adv. Science. Susan Cumby: Resource Math. Ron Daniels: Plastics, Gen. Wood, Adv. Wood. Rick Davis: Band. Sherrie Day: Typing I English I. Debbie Deaton: Volleyball Coach. Lavonne Dennis: English IV, Computer Logic. Cora Dugan: English IV (H), French I, Don Duke: Assistant Principal, Patty Dunn:Teacher Secretary, Doris Eaton: School nurse. Richard Ehrig: German I-IV, Spanish I, American History. Judy Fitzgerald: VAC. Celia Fletcher: Counselor, Ann Flowers: Librarian. Roger Frith: British History, Govern- ment, American History. Carla Gassway: English I, III. Raye Gibson: Advanced Reading, Reading Improve- ment. Vicki Glenn: Geometry, Algebra II, Computer Logic. Pat Graham: Study Hall. Sandra Gray: Government, World History, Sociology. Helen Griffin: Counselor. Ma- jor Roger Guynn: ROTC, Drill Team, Rifle Team. Tim Harris: American History, Basketball. Dennis Hart: Training, Physiology. Carolyn Hetzel: Principal’s Secretary. Faculty ; Have you ever come out of a daydream in the middle of class to find the discussing something totally off the wall? Teachers that get side-tracked easily are usually ones that are trying to get a point across, explain something, or share something that they find interesting with the class. classes. teacher During lunch, Mr. Dick Jackson takes a break from lecturing in his history Many teachers get off the subject when they start using hypothetical situations to get the class to think. One thing leads to ariother and by the end of the discussion, nobody can remember how it began. Others like to share memories and experiences with their classes. again, Larry getting off the s. Attaway herself (and:lwer”” ‘to the French Easil Uiakga Sky phi Mr. agliardo likes to share his childhood experiences with his class. Mr. Larry Wagliardo once explained, “Anything dealing with computers can easily lead me astray. I usually talk about what things were like on the farm before computers.” he joked. Faculty 2 | Way Back When... It was a new addition to Mesquite —- one that would change the daily lives of students and teachers in the Mes- quite ISD. The arrival of a new high school named North Mesquite. Sound out of date? It is to the students, but not to seventeen teachers here at NM. They were here when the doors were first open in 1969. Way back then: North Mesquite only had 1,550 students its first year. Back when Coach Ron Powell first began teaching at NM almost all of the guys had their hair parted on the side, and his was brown. Instead of teaching Chemistry, Mr. Ben Cross taught Biology sixteen years ago. 208 Faculty Ron Pardun had hair and was a_ freshman football coach with Ron Powell. { Robert Shiflet was the tennis coach. Don Duke and Gary Childress were assistant varsity football coaches. Larry Wagliardo wore dark rimmed glasses, Gary Childress and Dick Jackson had crew cuts. Coach Charlie Tabor had his picture in the yearbook. There was no Town ral East Mall. A real live band played at the Prom. 99.9 percent of the guys had their hair parted on the side. 99.9 percent of the girls had straight hair. Mini skirts were ac- ceptable for the girls and were at their shortest. Since that time, NM has been district champs in numerous sports, and has received UIL honors. Enrollment has jumped to 2600 with 2800 expected for 1986. As assistant Ff now, Mr. Ron Pard lot of authority, f freshman _ footbalf when NM just ope had much less. Connie Hetzer: English I, Speech I-IV. John Hicks: Biology I, Varsity Baseball. Richard Hoffman: Photog- faphiv; |) Graphic Arts, Jo Holland: Spanish I. Beth Hollingsworth: English Ill, IV. Dick Jackson: World History, Government. Teresia Johns: PV Science, Math English, History, Resource English III, IV. Tommy Johnson: General Drafting, Ar- chitectural Drafting. Janet Jones: Journalism I, Photo Journalism, News Pro- duction, Newspaper Staff. Jane Kelley: Intro to Algebra, Algebra I. John Kline: Honors, Symphonic, Concert Band, Music Theory, Orchestra. Kathy Lane: Resource English LEP LUN YA, Judy Linker: Algebra I, Geometry. Robbie Lock: VOE. Eddie Mellado: Biology I. Weldon Minnick: Music Theory [, II, Orchestra I, II. Lorraine Mitchell: Physics. Mary Ann Morgan: Librarian. Reba Morgan: Secretary. Linda Muhl: English II, Cheerleader Sponsor. Donna McCord: Chemistry I. Carol McFarling: English I(H), I. Ray McFaul: Trigonometry, Analytic Geometry, Algebra II, Calculus. Norman McLaren: VICA-ICT. Ron Pardun: Assistant Prin- cipal. Jan Packer: History. Rebecca Paris: English I(H), II. Barbara Perry: Spanish I. People 209 For Money And Experience Students Are Working for a Living of the job site. He works at various marine dealerships and marinas and is involved in every aspect of the production of the canvas from taking orders to collecting checks. He hopes it will give him the opportunity to start his own business and develop credit so that he might one day be able to buy himself a cruiser and run charters from somewhere in South Texas, an occupation he would really enjoy. Distributive Education provides leadership training in order to produce leaders. For example, Marty Zumbrun, unloads semi trucks as a distributor and marks merchandise at a dock called Sam’s Wholesale Club. He does it mainly for the 210 Organizations money and experience, but he is also putting money in the bank so that in five years, if he is still working there, he could become manager. In the marketing area of DE are Carl Frazier and Christi Hill. Carl works at the Jack in the Box on Town East Blvd. and is what is called a floater (someone who is used when ever he is needed), and works five days a week from 12-6pm. Christi works at Sanger Harris in Highland Park counting merchandise, working in the cash office, and acting as a salesperson in the men’s, accessories, shoes, juniors, handbags, and specialty departments. She also makes price changes and mark downs. Hair Styling techniques are practiced by Cosmetology students Beverly Chritian, Stephanie Gonzales, Heidi Alexander, Mrs. Hensley, instructor, Terri Sarrett, Kim Haston, and Tammy Harris. third row: Janie reget Delia Regaldo, J Brooks, Melissa Molina, Deborah Bla Angela Prichard. fourth row; Christie Lagadinos, Mic Rodgers, Lisa Carr, Starla Anderson, Gagliardo, Kelly King, Deanna Sta Nina Clayton, Ms. Robbie Lock, sponso: OEA members: Penni Tankersley, Valerie Dotson, Rhonda Schreiber, Beth Hartsfield, Teresa Walter, Micheala Hall, Jill Semento, Cindy Gensler, Raquel Allen. second row: Tracy Crocker, Denise Cooksey, Lisa Blevins, Lou Ann McKezie, Karla Layne, Pinte Bannister, Stacy Kinney, Nicole Mitchell, Vocational Office Education is a program that enablesa 4} student to attend classes in the morning and work in job related programs in the afternoon. The students attend one class period of VOE ibe to operate calculators, refresh typing skills and to transcribe using dictaphones. They al receive hands-on experience on computers and word processors. In addition, they become familiar with the curret job market: where the jobs are, how to apply fora job, how to dress for an interview, follow-up procedures, anything that | will make the student more successful in the business world i ih Pavlov. , third row; Laura Manley, Debbie Robin Causey, Lauri Calgrove, FCM members: first. row: Patricia Lumpkin, Lara Stone, Jane Perez, officers Ronnie Mason, Neely Boyd, Vonna Thorn- il burg, Brad Merritt, Kayla Price, James Linker, Tara Daves, Dana Pruitt, Dan Townsend, Kendra McCurry, Ginger Louzau. i Blackstone, Pam Bright, Julue Stockard. pan row: sponsors Mrs. Linker, Mr. Kt second row: Scott Newmann, Dawn Brennan, ill Hall, Philip Hunter, Charles May Kibbie Stiff, Sheila Wood, Andra King, Lisa Steve Tucker, Bob Vukasovich, Randy L Carter, Jerrese Carwile, Karen Stachowiak, son, Karla Goss, Kara McClendon, Jas Melanie Woodall, Sharon Carter, Wendy Haddock. Willis, Bryan Tomes, David Mattox, Russ Although Fellowship of Christian Musicians is noté vocational program, it is an organization at NM, anda new one at that. This group, consisting mainly of ch orchestra, and band students, meets twice a month f fellowship and a devotional program, They also ha socials at students’ homes. Senior Jeff Allen grins a mo- ment as he works on his State Qualifying project in Drafting. Future mechanic Mike Cohen, junior, works on the engine of an old Malibu in Auto Mechanics. As she cuts a patron’s hair in Cosmetology, Heidi Alexander, strikes up a friendly conversation with her. Charlotte Beeler, (MDE), Nor- man McLaren (ICT), Robbie Lock (VOE) prepare to register students for the various vocational programs. Work Groups 211 +—}—_j 4 gf) tt | ] BE | sae) TE Wy CE Wie: ed SE EN LES Ree Ed ed bec eae eR Chek out NM sports. Anyone in the area knows that the NM sports teams are to be reckoned with. A total of five district titles, four bi-district titles, one area title, and one state champ makes it easy to see why NM makes its mark on the sports scene. Among the district winners were the baseball, die girls basketball, and both boys and girls soccer teams. Bi- district titles were held by the volleyball, baseball, and soccer teams. Our varsity volleyball team won the area championship, going farther than any other volleyball team had gone before. Aside from team sports, individual medalists represented NM at varous playoff contests. Golfer Chris Dosier par- ticipated in the regional golf tournament, and James Giddens received the state title in his division in weightlifting. It's plain to see that our sports teams are definitely worth checking out. ij i aookees | td dled Ob ake goes after the lo place, the varsity JI team didn’t go to the playoffs due toa coin toss. rict, bi-district, and ei LES ke Bohn opponent. Tied for first footba i th her team. The volleyball Sy wi fe area titles. oach Debbie Deaton works out a ineman team captured the dist, M. strate G L Tennis feam members are: (vow 1) Tyicia Nations, Kelli Revan- naugh, jan Achziger, Diana Dona, Joni Sloan; (row 2) Robert Snaith, Becky Griffith, Tami Zeleski, Denise Ball, Laura Warren, Robyn Grant, Robert Lopez, Troy Cole; (row 3) Coach James Brinkley, Mark Atkins, Bart Gulley, Scott Sitzman, Joey Sioan, Tim Franz, James Venrick. ee ey of Interest NM Ist Garland lst N. Garland 2nd lst Lakeview 2nd 2nd 5S.Garland Ist Ist Mesquite 2nd 2nd Highland Park Ist 2nd Tennis Team Finishes Season As One of the Best Running the stairs and lots of practice games are all a part of the training of the tennis team. The North Mesquite ten- nis team placed third in both girls and boys fall team sennis. The team brought home victories against Garland, North Garland, Lakeview, and Mesquite, losing only to South Garland and Highland Park. Doing an excellent job in the fall matches were Kerri Lawbaugh, Kelli Revan- naugh, Diana Dona, Han Achziger, Jamie Zalesky, and Denise Ball. The bovs who played well were Scotty Sitz- man, Joey Sloan, J. J. Davis, Troy Cole, Bart Gulley, Mark Atkins, and James Venrick. The team participated in 214 i Tennis the Garland, Plano, L.D. Beil, and Dallas Tournaments. The district tournament was the team’s most reward- ing, with three teams advan- cing to regionals. Diana Dona and Scotty Sitzman ad- vanced in the singles matches, and Bart Gulley and Mark Atkins in doubles. This was the most players NM has ever had to advance to Regionals in one year. At Regionals three teams were defeated by players who won. first in their division at | the state tournament. This was an indication of how strong NM’s region was this year. In the spring tennis season, the Stallions finished third, once again behind Highland Park and South Garland. : ayers who went to the 'gional match were Bart Gulley, fark Atkins, Scott Sitzman, and jana Dona. erri Lawbaugh practices ran upcoming match. EAE “T really enjoyed playing tennis because it’s an in- dividual sport, yet we played to win for the team.” — Kelli Revannaugh Ligases Senior Kelli Revannaugh plays one last game before school was out. “T really enjoyed playing tennis this year and I’m look-. ing forward to next year.” . — Troy Cole Denise Ball shows her skill on the courts. Mark Atkins blows the ball away at practice. “There's three teams that are really good and we're one of them. We really put up a alae St Highland Park. They knew who they had played even though we lost.” — Kerri Lawbaugh Ot! ee ie } td ta he ar | ; pag +3 Se aot p i erat Horta, eee IM Ne = TES Marc Fergason watches his ball taking a shot. phe te ee Ne ist + ts 2 unger n Yt Hie e Mad eee sishany ee TM ris After Losing Players from the 1984 District Championship Team, the Meets Were Not Up to Par After placing seventh in the district, the golf team did not do as well as expected. However, they gained ex- perience from it. As Miles Haberer stated, “The team as a whole didn’t have an overabundance of talent but we did as best we could and were fairly successful.” In the South Garland Tournament, the golf team finished 15 out of 25 teams and in the Dr. Pepper Tour- nament, 18 out of 30 teams. At the Plano Tourna-ment, 216 Golf the team finished five out of 20 teams with Chris Dosier as the second medalist. Dur- ing the District Tournament Chris received third medalist, with the team finishing seventh. Coach Tabor explained, “1985 has been a good learn- ing experience and with hard work we should start a gradual improvement begin- ning early next year.” Although the team lost valuable players of the 1984 District Championship, they gained experience that will help in 1986. Being a coach for golf takes patience and time. As Chris Dosier said, “I think Coach Tabor is a good golf coach. He helps us when we need it. He is also very pa- tient considering the year we had. I think he did a good job coaching Mesquite and North Mesquite.” Chris Dosier watches his ball fly through the air and into the hole. Place 15th 18th 5th 7th Golf Team: Front Row — Jim Tyler, Marc Fergason, John Todd, Paul Teagle. Back Row -—— Chris Dosier, Miles Haberer, Chuck Houpt, Shannon Thompson. Miles Haberer and Chuck Houpt watch as Chuck’s shot goes in the hole. Chuck Houpt positions himself to tee off and hit the hole. Miles Haberer concentrates on Chris Dosier and Marc Fergason where to hit the ball in order to discuss their next shot. help out his team. mGorcin aborts) an understanding man. If you have homework or an event you need to get ready for, he doesn’t mind you leaving early.” — Richard Harwell “The team meets did not go very well at all considering the potential we had. Everybody could have done better in each tournament.” Chris Dosier “The team as a whole didn’t do to our best of ability. Our number one golfer, Chris Dosier, did a good job for the team, though.” Marc Fergason 217 PeLeAeCeEeS of Interest East Texas Meet North Mesquite { Meet Powerlifting team members are: (row 1) Joe Ward, Andy Cook, Alan Warta, Ivan Gassman, Brian Duggan, James Giddens. (row 2) Coach Kenny Barnes, Jhon Fornero, Jimmy Blair, Sean Gassman, Roger Cave, Greg Good, Mike Bohn. (row 3) Donnie Lancaster, Brent Bussey, Jeff Feinglass, Ricky Thomas, Jeff State Meet Corsicana Meet Region Six Meet Good, Darrell Petter, Newman. “I competed well at the district meet, but the lifters were too good at the regional meet. There were some really strong guys there.” -— Darrell Petter Coach Kenny Barnes posts the weights successfully lifted by team members at the North Mesquite Dr. Pepper meet. “Being on the powerlifting team improves my strength greatly which helps me in football. It also gives me something to look forward to during off-season.” — Sean Gassman = “Coach Barnes doesn’t re- quire any working out, but he lets you know that to win you have to be there to work. I choose to work.” — James Giddens —————— rae] In ‘he course of competi- tid, senior Mike Johnson at- ten ts a lift at the regional meet. Powerlifting Senior Sloan Newman squats with over 320 pounds on the bar. Powerlifting Team Works Hard to Become Around the first of December a group of dedicated athletes began training for the season to come. Diet and workouts are a major part of the power- lifting team’s success. The first meet the team competed in was the East Texas Powerlifting Cham- pionships at Paul Pewitt High School, placing fifth overall. In the second annual North Mesquite Powerlifting Champion- ships, the lifters placed third. The final meet of the regular season, the Stallions traveled to Corsicana where they placed seventh. Coach Kenny Barnes commented on the season, “All of the lifters progressed very well and improved each of their lifts as the season continued. We entered five meets and placed in the top five at three of the meets. The team then competed in the Region Six Power- lifting Championships at Lake Highlands High School. Junior Jimmy Blair At the Lake Highlands gym, Alan Warta attempts a lift at the Regional meet. said, “The platforms were slippery and caused quite a few people to bomb out of the meet, including myself.” The Stallions placed sec- ond in this meet. Four lifters qualified for the state powerlifting cham- pionships held in Austin. James Giddens won. first place in the 181 pound class and was named Outstanding Lifter. The following lifters also competed at the State Meet: Alan Warta — 148 pound class —- eighth place; Mike Johnson — 242 pound class — eighth place; and Joe Ward — Superheavyweight class — fifth place. Out of 57 teams from the state of Texas competing, North Mesquite placed fifth, and there were eighteen athletes competing in each weight class. Alan Warta commented on being a member of the weightlifting team: “I like being on the team because of the great friendships you can form while working out. You can really find out about a person’s personality and pride when you're sweaty and your muscles are throbb- ing and tired.” Junior Donnie Lancaster lifts at the Regional meet. Sports 220 JV, Frosh Football Preparing for Success The JV and Frosh football teams, being future varsity Stallions, finished with suc- cessful seasons. The JV team ended the season with six wins and four losses. JV team member Todd Belshe said, “The high point of the season was when we beat the Skeeters, 13-10.” “Even though our record wasn't the best, the guys played as a team until the last down of the season,” commented sophomore Brian Beddow. Eric Fultz said, “Our worst game of the season was the game ph dc HP. After it rained all week long and we had short practices, we weren't prepared for them.” “The coaches were a major PeOreleNeTeS of Interest JV Record 6-4 Samuell 22 Berkner 35 25 W. T. White 8 21 Garland 0 7 N. Garland 28 21 S. Garland 0 22 Wilmer 6 3 H. Park 20 Mesquite JV, Frosh Football asset to our team. They believed in us and that made us believe in ourselves,” remarked John Stephens. The frosh “A” team had a season record of seven wins and two losses, completely shutting out its first four opponents. ‘reshman ere ig Shannon Sharp said, “The coaches contributed a lot to our suc- cess this year. All the coaches stayed until at least five o’clock everyday during football season.” The frosh “By |) team finished with a record of three wins and two losses. Freshman Joe Monroy said, ‘The highpoint of the season was our win over Highland Park. That was our main goal...” JV team members are: (row 1) Robbie Syrcek, John Stephens, David Gardner, John McKenzie, Brian Beddow, Jeff Prater, Brian Monroy, Darrell Dubose (row 2) Jerry Wagner, Jesse Molina, Heath Tow, Charlie McAnally, Brad Jones, Ben Floor, Maeshall Moreno, Donnie Floyd (row 3) Todd Belshe, Richard Brown, Kenny Wakeland, George Martinez, Chris Mayhall, An- dy Jones, Chris Zink (row 4) Richard Washburn, Jack Lee, Kent Smith, “Carrying Hutchins Eagle. . irl . Oscar Rosales, Curtis Watson, Danny Owens, Eric Fultz, Phillip Wilson. (row 5) Toby Arnold, Ricky Thomas, Brian Ishmael, Charles Ragsdale, Dustin Cannaday, Justin Jordan, Jimmy Pena, David Johnson. (row 6) Tracy Flemming, Roy Wynne, William Watson, Travis Perry, Matt Mecke, Daniel Peters, Chris Higginbotham, Todd O’Brien. (row 7) Joe Ubeloth, Brian Chappell, Coach Mark White, Coach Ed Mellado, Coach John Hicks, and Tony Gustin. the ball, Ben Floor gets trailed by a Wilmer- a Football : |p cereee oD RED BN ESSER MELE MOAT ESTE GAC ELALONT SMES AESE PULLEY RAE ECTS WOCSTD RO RLAP CREE EEE SLLLIGE LUTE UNRR PCLT SES SENN RSE SESE STON ToS SESE SISI ES EES S EC EEE ESE OEE ny TIRE Lest «ihe Rav ye In the game a sophomore John through the line. ogee VR olllbionses ee oy gang Wilnt tephens rus? ReQeleNeTeS of Interest Season Records 7-2 Members of the frosh blue team are: (row 1) Wesley Cunningham, Ricky Larson, Greg Vike, John Dunn, Chris Limmer, Robby Vaughn, Johnny Hernandez, James Dunn, David Bowdin. (row 2) Eric Miller, Bobby Montgomery, Chuck Rawlingson, Tony Peoples, Robert Jones, Brian Chapman, Scott Fothergill, John Moody, Joe Bowden, Jason Turner (row 3) David Sepulveda, Scott Keatts, Brody Davis, Shane Davis, Shannon Sharp, Andy Cook, John Kirkland. (row 4) Scott Pittman, Mark Leone, Jeff Good, Norton Diaz, Larry York, Randy Wright, Brian Snodgrass, Brian Dugan. (row 5) Coach Morris, Coach Bragg, Coach Weeks, Coach Blair Irving Nimitz W.T. White Anna Garland N. Garland Wilmer H. Park Lakeview Dee wOoorfkoOoCcoso — peeeeetr oo ae be ici hadnduadenentaads? eaamanaeeteee PeQeleNeTeS Members of the frosh white team are: (row 1) Ricky Larson, Mark Jones, Steve Malin, Shaun Blaylock, Jow Monroy, Scott Smith, Billy Allen, Damon Posey, David of Interest Bowden. e Rec r (row 2) Wesley Cunningham, Bobby Montgomery, Earnie Roe, Jeff S ason d Stone, Brian Nabors, Jason Brown, Brian Tullos, Brent Comstock, 3-2 Wade Hollingsworth, Jason Turner (row 3) Eric Miller, Ray Bowers, Lance Holloway, Earnie Farris, Richard Cervantes, Mike Browne, Mike Brown e, Mike Lee, Mitch 2 te Jones, Paul Bragham. Irving Nimitz (row 4) Shawn Morgan, Roger Williams, Barry Williams, Al Mesquite Hulsey, Brad Morris, Doug Wygal, Chris Schaupaugh, Richard : H. Park Fetty, Scott Whitaker. PUST . ie ei Lakeview (row 5) John Fornero, Heath Price, Greg Good, Eric Elder, Charles e a fellow player fre Mesquite Ford, Chris McSorely, Mark Elliot, Frank Morgan, Mike Mathis Opposing team members (row 6) Wayne Mauldin, Jamie Coker, Steve Connelly, Layne PR a8 vi 1 Trosper, Russell Jimerson, Mike Duckworth, William Jackson. (row 7) Coach Bragg, Coach Morris, Coach Weeks, Coach Blair EUS TS SELL S EEA ae a Hen i “I think the coaches did a Mie q - — “The main thing that kept “when we won we won as Ht ari great job this year ... We | oe the team together was the a team, and when we lost, we ‘i couldn't have won any games : } team’s support and the con- lost as a team.” be without their support and : | stant pressure to be a better — John Stephens ‘ : coaching.” ‘ H athlete.” : i ' 1 — Dustin Cannaday ’ . — Todd Belshe 221 At the North Garland game, senior Paul Teagle makes yet another great kick. During the season, Paul kicked two field goals — one for 50 yards, a school record. Racing with the opponent, Heath Bobo and Darrell Petter set up another suc- cessful play. If@he gaing st W.T. White, Rana : ad two other Stallio e€ opposing quarterb ‘ous. is ¥ Senior Sloan Newman gains With two Raiders close yardage as Scott Foster and Greg behind, junior David Burgan Hernandez chase off the works his way closer to the opponents. endzone. | | 222 Football | | ee 9 i Stallions Rush for 3,940 While K¢ping a close eye on the 8al)’s activities, Coach Dennis Haj watches as the Stallions make _and1er touchdown. Up th ng Tearin’ up the turf! Get out of the way! Hide and watch! This was the attitude of the NM offense during District 9-5A football action, piling up 3,940 yards before it was through. The Stallions gained enough yardage to make the team the best offensive unit in the state. The team averag- ed 36 points and rushed 394 yards per game. The Stallions were led by the all- district duo of Mike Collins (1,222 total yards) and Chris Youman (1082 total yards). Coach Kenny Barnes said, “I’ve never coached a team that had the killer instinct as this one had. They weren't satisfied just to win. They wanted to completely dominate a team and beat it bad.” The team’s first victims were the Samuell Spartans. Mike Collins was four for four in passing. The numbers weren’t great but the percentage wasn’t bad. NM converted three Spar- tan mistakes into first-half touchdowns. The final score was 34-12. Senior Darrell Petter said, “The main thing we had to worry about Samuell was their quickness and speed. So we really had to keep them contained because once in the open field, they were gone.” Before the season began Coach Gary Childress stated, “Mike Collins has the poten- tial to be the best quarter- back I’ve ever coached.” Col- lins proved him right. The Stallions were picked “The coaches were really dedicated to their team. They worked long hours watching and studying film on our opponents.” — Heath Bobo to lose the Berkner game by three points. NM_ allowed 298 yards in the first half. and were losing 26-21. In the second half, however, the Stallions look- ed like a new team as they held the Rams to only 32 yards and gained 164 yards. Coach Childress: “At the half, we just got together and talked about what had to be done to eliminate mistakes. We got our poise back and played our type of football game. We tried real hard to ive it away in the first half.” The Stallions ran 40 plays to the Rams’ 16 yard line in the second half and had 171 yards total offense compared to Berkner’s 24. The points Berkner did manage to put up on the scoreboard were provided by NM’s four fumbles in the first half. Senior Mike Johnson said, “Coach Childress told us that we'd better get it together for the fourth quarter. Coach Barnes said we were always stronger in the fourth quarter because of our conditioning.” The Stallions last pre- season game was against W.T. White at Loos Field. Being on the Longhorns home turf, most fans would think that they would have the most support, especially since NM fans had to drive for forty-five minutes to get to the field. But NM fans turned out in larger numbers than the Longhorn fans. Lack of support did not help White at all. NM’s side was “It felt good to receive the city trophy, but we didn’t get to enjoy it because of the coin toss. We were thinking more eh District Champs than City hamps.”’ — Ken Grant nearly filled, as it was during every game. The Stallions had the Longhorns beat before the first half was over. Mike Collins scored two touchdowns and ran for 128 yards. He broke a 72-yard run in the third quarter to make the score 35-7. The Stallions gained a total of 426 yards on the ground. The final score was NM 42, White 7 The team’s first district game was played at Williams Stadium. The opponent was Garland. In the first play of the garne, Garland returned the game’s opening kickoff 87 yards for a touchdown. On the following play, Mike Collins made a 58-yard touchdown pass to Todd Fer- rara,j who was 15 yards behind the nearest defender. In the first half Collins ran for 148 of his 166 yards and scored two of his three touchdowns. Chris Youman ran 34 yards for a touchdown and set up another score with a 45-yard run. Garland coach Joe Boring said that he believed that NM had the finest offensive line he’s played against in a long time. The defensive line, led by defensive tackle, Sean Gassman, also performed well. The final score was NM 42, Garland 20. The next game, against North Garland, set the scene for Homecoming. NM was given a scare at the begin- ning of the game when North Garland, which cont. “Our special teams were great. We had few breakdowns on kickoffs, but we worked hard to improve them.” — John Porter 223 Against the North Garland Raiders, Sophomore of the Year Brian Gloden takes control of the ball and piles up yardage. Being behind in the first half, Mike Collins gets some helpful ad- vice from coaches Gary Childress and Price Clifford. The Stallions came from behind to win the game. 224 Football r ome fe Elated that the Stallions pi together to win against Berl Paul Cannaday displays | happiness. | . | | Burning Up the Yards vas winless last year, took an arly lead. The Raiders jumped in ont with two big plays to ike a 13-0 first quarter lead. [owever, North Garland puldn’t keep up its momen- im as the team sputtered to 40-19 loss. When asked how he felt hen North Garland scored 1 the first play of the game, rent Fisher said, ‘The feel- g was lousy. It is hard to t psyched-up for a team e North Garland. It was ist a shock but we hung igether as a team and bunced back.” At this point, NM was tied ith Nimitz for fifth place in te Dallas Times Herald poll. Later on in the game, a North Garland punt attempt vis blocked by Heath Bobo. _ le blocked ball was bounc- iz around the Raider 15- yrd line when an NM myer kicked the ball into tl} endzone where John (bert recovered it for six hints. The touchdown was disputed by the Raider coaches who thought the ball was intentionally kicked into the endzone, but to no avail. Paul Teagle added field goals of 23 and 50 yards to give the Stallions a 33-13 third quarter lead. The Owls then scored on a one-yard run. Collins then scored with an ll-yard touchdown run with 57 seconds left in the game. South Garland was the Stallions next victim. Gary Joe Kinne made 21 tackles. Thirteen of them were solos, while the remaining eight were assists. This game was considered to be NM’s best defensive effort and only shut-out. The final score was 28-0. Then it was on to Wilmer for a bout with the Eagles. Going into the game, the Eagles led the area in rushing defense, allowing only 70 yards per game. However, the Stallions changed all of that by rolling up 436 yards rushing and had 12 penetrations on 12 possessions. “... everything just went right for us,” said Coach Gary Childress. This victory moved NM into the number two spot in the Dallas Times Herald poll. Four Stallion rushers gained more than 50 yards and two rushed for more than 100. The Stallions dominated the Eagles before a crowd of 5000, mostly NM fans. Ful lback Chris Youman had 147 yards and one touchdown. Mike Collins had 132 yards with two rushing scores and a touchdown pass. Fullback Brian Gloden had 76 yards and a touchdown. The Stallions defense was led by Jim Dennis, Sean Gassman, Jeff Feinglass, Heath Bobo, and Gary Joe Kinne. They held Wilmer to 173 yards. The final score was NM 41, Wilmer 6. The Stallions then had their first and only loss of the season, Highland Park. eet ere trseny tty )4.5) Competing against South Garland, the Stallions pull off a HP took control of the line of scrimmage, and the game, early by putting together two long touchdown drives on its only two possessions of the first half to take a 13-7 lead. The Scots continued to dominate in the third quarter, driving 72 yards before fumbling on the Stallion eight-yard line. The Stallion defense did not stop HP until midway through the fourth quarter. “We were beat by the of- fensive line. HP was calling audibles and reading the defense. They ran where we weren't,’ Kyle Tribble, senior commented. Coach Kenny Barnes said, “They [HP] began practicing for the game with us during their spring training of last year.” “We just got whipped,” remarked Mike Johnson. The Stallions were then off to Garland Memorial Stadium for a contest with Lakeview. NM took out its cont. shut-out, 28-0, “T think for the most part, the team had a common goal. And when a team has a com- mon goal, they become a very close, dedicated group.” — Gary Joe Kinne “|. there should be a better way to decide who goes to the playoffs... the players don’t have anything to do with a coin flip. They should go by what the teams did all year on the field.” — Mike Collins “The team this year was the best in NM’s history. Though the record may not show tt, we'll always know it’s true.” — Joe Ward Pa, Burning Up the Yards frustrations obtained during the HP game by defeating Lakeview 35-17. Mike Collins rushed 129 yards on 15 carries. NM came into the game against Mesquite needing three yards to go over the 3,000 yard mark in rushing for the year. They got 402. NM’s offensive and defen- sive lines dominated the game, allowing the Stallions to rush for 317 more yards than Mesquite. The Stallions also doubled the amount of first downs that Mesquite had. NM had 20, and Mes- quite had 10. Early in the game, Mes- quite discovered from the first possession that they couldn’t run against the Stallions. After three run- ning plays, the Skeeters had gained only eight yards and were punting. The Stallions picked up the punt at the 40 yard line, and after eight plays put the ball into the endzone. Paul Teagle’s extra point made the score 7-0. During the Stallions next possession, 54 yards were picked up until a Mesquite player recovered Youman’s fumble at the four. However, Mesquite had to punt after three downs. Throughout the entire game, the Stallion defense held Mesquite to only 85 yards rushing. The victory over Mesquite left the Stallions with a 9-1 record, tied for first place in the district with Highland Park and Wilmer. Then came the infamous coin toss. Immediately after the games were completed, the three coaches met at the 226 Football Circle Grid Cafe to decide who would go to the playoffs. All three coaches flipped a coin. Wilmer- Hutchins was the odd-man, making the Eagles the district champions. NM and HP then flipped to decide who would go to the playoffs as the second place representative. NM lost, and for the second year missed out on the playoffs through a tie-breaking procedure. Coach Gary Childress said, “It [coin] hit the ceiling, I called tails. Then it hit the floor — it was heads.” “IT feel that the way they chose the teams was very im- mature, and they should have picked a more sophisticated way to choose the teams that will go into the playoffs,” Brian Gloden commented. But it was over Honors were given to: Ist Team All-District Offense: Mike Collins, Chris Youman, Paul Cannaday, Kyle Trib- ble, Joe Ward; 2nd Team All-District Offense: Ken Grant, Grant Gaultney, Paul Teagle. Players chosen for Ist Team All-District Defense were Sean Gassman, Gary Joe Kinne, Heath Bobo, Troy Crawford; 2nd Team Defense was Diron Hitt. Brian Gloden received Sophomore of the Year, and Gary Joe Kinne was awarded Defensive Player of the Year. Mike Collins received Offen- sive Player of the Year. Honorable Mention awards went to Todd Fer- rara, Lewis Griffin, Trevor Nelson, Brian Fitzgerald, Darrell Petter, and Lance Williams. Coach Gary Childress gives out orders to his winning football team. PeOeleNeTeS of Interest Season Record 9-1 Samuell Berkner W.T. White Garland N. Garland S. Garland Wilmer He Park Lakeview Mesquite Playing in the puddles, the offense gets ready to pile up yards and points. Varsity football team members are: (row 1) Brian King (Tr), Keith Higgin- bothum (TR), Mike Collins, Lance Williams, Kyle Houpt, Brian Fitzgerald, Larry Holland, Paul Teagle, Trent Speaker, Todd Ferrara, Dean Andrews (TR), Monty Brown (TR); (row 2) Phillip Doane, Mike Austin, Dar- rell Petter, Brad Winkfein, Randy Hen- drix, David Burgan, Joel Weeks, Greg Hernandez, Pete Manichiaccia, Scott Austin (MGR), John Edwards (MGR); (row 3) Sloan Newman, Troy Crawford, John Clower, Dennis Arnold, Jim Dennis, Gary Joe Kinne, Brain Gloden, Chris Youman, Greg Tapp, Alan Warta; (row 4) ‘54; 58. 579 nee AG p41 « LAK Trevor Nelson, Bill Morris, Donnie Lan- caster, Tim McKenzie, Jeff Feinglass, Mike Bohn, Jimmy Blair, Adam Otero, John Porter; (row 5) Dale Wilkins, Kyle Tribble, Ken Grant, Mike Johnson, Joe Ward, David Farris, Sean Gassman, Grant Gaultney, Brent Fisher, Charles DuBose; (row 6) John Scott, Lewis Griffin, Paul Cannaday, Scott Foster, Steve Barker, Heath Bobo, John Gilbert, Diron Hitt; (row 7) coaches: Carl Jackson, Bill Taylor, Price Clifford, Randy Barnes, Kenny Barnes, Weldon Swann, Dennis Hart, Claude Tarver, Gary Childress. £N, ) Als ‘= Against Highland Park, defensive line sacks the ile ea back as All-District pla Woe Diron Hitt and Sean Gassman look on. Volleyball [ At a JV match, Lisa Rash, Kristi Lawbaugh, and Leigh Ellis struggle for control of the ball. On all floor, Michelle Furr wonders how she got down there. One of three seniors, Robles is happy about the the of going to Regionals. “Our strongest points were the facts that we were good friends, like a big family, and when we knew we had to hustle, we did just that!” — Nanny Stutts “Coach Deaton’s the best! She worked us to death, but it was fun and all worth it. She really cares for us and that makes all the difference.” — Eva Robles 228 “The team had a_ strong desire to win and really played together as a team in- stead of six individuals.” — Kristy Williams — PeOreleNeTeS PeOreleNeTeS of Interest of Interest JV District Record Freshman Record 13-1 3-6 NM NM Wilmer 1 2 Richardson 2 0 H. Park 0 2, Nimitz 0 2 Garland 0 2 DeSoto 2 0 Lakeview 0 2 Duncanville pas 0 N. Garland 0 2 L. Highlands 2 0 Mesquite 0 2 N. Garland I 2 S. Garland 0 2 W. Mesquite 2 0 Wilmer 2: J Mesquite 0 2 a 3 Rue o | Netters Make Playoffs an Garland 0 2 Mesquite 1 2 S. Garland 0 2 Annual Event Ever wonder what comes the season went to Duncan- around once a year, every ville on the opponent’s year, without fail? Is it home turf. Christmas? Thanksgiving? In the first two district Could it be New Year’s? No, it’s something that is more exciting to a particular group games of the season, the Stallions defeated Wilmer 15-13, 16-14; and Highland of athletes here at NM. Park 15-9; 15-8. The girls Every year for the past then traveled to Garland four years the varsity where they suffered their volleyball team has been in first district loss to the Owls the playoffs. 15-17, 15-1, 11-15. Senior Nanny Stutts com- mented, “I think we showed ourselves that all we needed was the will to win. Then we had to ‘gut it out” when it came time. Never were we able to ‘lay back and camp out’ on the court.” The team got off to a good start by winning its first three pre-season games against Richardson, Nimitz, and DeSoto. The first loss of Prior to competing in the Duncanville Tourney, the Stallions easily blew away Lakeview, 15-0, 15-11. The Stallions had a minor setback at the Duncanville Tourney, losing both matches against Ellison and Anderson. Getting back into district play, the team fought hard in the next two games, defeating North Garland 15- 3, 15-12; and Mesquite 8-15, 15-9, 15-13. Participating in yet another tournament, North Mesquite defeated Dunbar 15-13, 17-15 in the North Lake Tourney. During the second game; however, the Stallions were defeated by South Garland 15-7, 9-15, 14-16. The team then came back to defeat O.D. Wyatt 15-9, 15-6. The Stallions lost their last game of the season to Wilmer 15-11, 14-16, 15-12. The Netters then went on a seven-match winning streak. They started out by beating South Garland in a close match, 15-11, 14-16, 15-12. Wilmer was the Stallions’ next victims, win- ning 15-8, 12-15, 15-3. Against Highland Park, one of NM’s fiercest rivals, the Stallions won 15-11, 4-15, 15-10. The team took home another four victories against Garland, Lakeview, cont. The varsity team slams it to the unsuspecting South Garland rivals. Preparing for action, Nanny Stutts is ready for anything. i i aes ee ee Sports Annual Event North Garland, Mesquite. The team then went on to participate in the North Lake Tourney. The Stallions won the first match against Dun- bar 15-13, 17-15. They then went on to lose against South Garland in a close match 15-7, 9-15, 14-16. The next two matches were won against O.D. Wyatt with a final loss to Wilmer. The team then resumed district play with a seven- match winning streak, losing only to South Garland 15-13, 4-15, 14-16. This put the Stallions in first place in the district. Eva Robles, senior, said, “After beating Mesquite for the district championship, we knew then that we were on our way reaching our goal of the regional playoffs.” The team then played SOC and won the _ bi-district playoffs, 15-8, 15-8. Lewisville was the Stallions’ next victims as the team took home the area title 4-15, 15-12, 15-10. The girls lost the regional title to Cypress Fairbanks. the final season record being 20 wins and 10 losses. Yolanda Lopez, sopho- more, commented, “Our stu- dent body really supported us throughout our season. It really encouraged us to play well with our supporters watching.” The freshman team had more of a learning season, and 230 Volleyball finishing with three wins and six losses. The JV team ended the season with 15 wins and 10 losses. The annual volleyball ban- quet, sponsored by the booster club, was held at Old Spaghetti Warehouse in downtown Dallas on February 12. Nanny Stutts was the Mistress of Ceremonies. Kim Williams and Kristi Lawbaugh in- troduced the freshman and sophomore team members, respectively. Sophia Stutts continued the night’s activities by sum- ming up the JV season. Eva Robles then proceeded to in- troduce the varsity team, and Kristy Williams summarized the season. Coach Deaton presented the various awards, and the senior members made their last wills and testaments. The evening ended with a closing prayer given by Pen- ny Armstrong. “The amount of support from the fans was greater than the past years. We real- ly appreciated the support of the crowd, and when it came to crucial points of the game, the crowd helped push us the rest of the way,” said junior Penny Armstrong. Sophomore! Carol Ashmore said, “The season went better than I expected. This was our rebuilding year and nobody thought we’d get very far. But we proved them wrong.” With much intensity, Coach Deaton gives out some of her coaching advice while Yolanda Lopez and other team members listen. Showing her skill, 1st (1 All-District winner Kri'y Williams returns the ball i é match against Mesquite. ee ‘sshman team members i) lude: (row 1) Teri Hernandez, Lish Ellis, Jennifer Davis, Tonya Y| ngman, Suezan Miller, Amanda Mherson; (row 2) Coach Debbie Deaton, Erin Mattingly, Rachel Oliver, Darla Blackman, Kara Essman, Kim Williams, Melanie Shuttleworth, and Heather Montgomery. PeOeleNeTeS of Interest Varsity District Record 12-2 Wilmer H. Park Garland Lakeview N. Garland Mesquite S. Garland Wilmer H. Park Garland Lakeview N, Garland Mesquite S. Garland SOC Lewisville Cypress Fairbanks playoffs NOON COCO FE EF ERFOONCO SCNNSNRNNNNNNNNENNS JV team members include: (row 1) Sofia Stutts, Kristi Lawbaugh, Susan Blaylock, Monica Mendez, Britain Willis; (row 2) Varsity team members are: (row 1) Penny Armstrong, Nanny Stutts, Kristy Williams, Eva Robles, Michelle Shero; (row 2) Coach Deb- bie Deaton, Carol Ashmore, Michelle Furr, Dorinda Armstrong, Yolanda Lopez, and Stephanie Davis. SE BS LSU TR MATES TAYE OE BTS ICE CANE G0 SS FSET EBT Bp Aiud ah ARG Gri ee Meters teetre teeny } Hit Coach Debbie Deaton, Lisa Rash, Michelle Thomas, Melissa Leslie Mariott, and Teri Brown. Kay, Sports 231 Basketball Seniors, Jeff Gloden and Gary Joe Kinne await the ball’s return to the floor. On the home court, Chi Terry races to the net. Lack of Defense, Critical Moments, High-Powered Opposing Teams, Caused the Boys Basketball Team to Yield to fing « te Pressure oints The boys varsity basket- ball team had a _ disap- pointing season. They did not make the playoffs. They did, however, win 22 games, defeating Wilmer Hutchins three times. The team played many high-powered opponents, with five of the teams in the district ranked in the top 20 in the states, causing them to end the season without go- ing to the playoffs. The Stallions began their district season against the Garland Owls. This game didn’t go well for the team. Senior Jeff Gloden said, “One of the lower points of the season was the first part of district when it looked like we were going to lose most of our games after play- ing Garland the first time.” The Stallions lost, 60-52. Against the Lakeview Patriots, however, the Stallions came back with a victory, 69-58. Downhill again, the team lost to the South Garland Colonels by a close score of 54-56. The team then suf- fered another defeat, losing to Highland Park, 43-50. But those losses weren't going to keep the team from getting it together again. The Stallions proceeded to earn victories over Wilmer- Hutchins, 53-50, their cross- town rivals, Mesquite, 58-44, and North Garland, 61-50. Their winning streak stopped there, however, as the Stallions lost to the Garland Owls, in the second round of district play, 50-53. The team came back to blow away Lakeview, 72-54. The Stallions lost yet another game to South Garland, 60-80. The Colonels 232 Varsity Basketball sank 73 percent of their free throws and 74 percent of their field goal attempts. This left the Stallions 5-5 in District 9-5A play with only four games remaining. There were four teams, including the Owls with an 8-2 record. During the game against the Colonels, the Stallions had numerous fouls called against them. The starters, Donnell Hayden, Miles Haberer, and Jeff Gloden were fouled out before the game ended. NM had a total of 26 fouls. After trailing at halftime, 37-20, the Stallions atempted (cont. 235) Delayne Dona passes the ball to one ot his teammates. Against Wilmer, Delayne Dona prepares to get past an Eagle. Chris Terry slides past an Adamson player on his way to a Jayup the Stallions won 70-36. Miles Haberer takes one of his patented jump shots against Garland. NM lost by 3 points. Donnell Hayden reaches for a re- bound against Adamson. a a | “Our strongest point was our “We didn’t play a team that ' bench. When you have Paul team is our full court press was better than us. I feel we a “Mailman” Cannaday and dled Ghootine.” F ' just didn’t always play to the ‘ myself coming off the bench, eos alta talake Tere Glod best of our ability.” , ees: that can only help your aks ben —MilesHaberer |) } team.” “The strongest point of our — Chris Phelps Sports 233 Basketball managers are: (row 1) Debbie Edmundson, Melonie McGill, Holli Holbrook; (row 2) Michelle Bentley, Missy Skaggs. In a game against Plano, Donnell Hayden shoots the ball while Jeff Gloden closes for a rebound. Varsity basketball team members are: Delayne Dona, Donnell Hayden, Paul Cannaday, Jeff Gloden, Miles Haberer, Barton Spivey, Robby Duck, Gary Joe Kinne, Chris Phelps, Chris Terry, James Delay, and Mark Scott. With Mark Scott standing behind them, Coach Powell and Coach Harris discuss the stragedy is in the game. 234 Basketball ca find! � é a . PeOrleNeTeS of Interest District Record 8-6 Season Record 22-10 Garland Lakeview S. Garland H. Park Wilmer Mesquite N. Garland Garland Lakeview S. Garland H. Park Mesquite Wilmer N. Garland With the style of a pro, Miles Haberer proceeds to shoot for two. uts the ball int wl: unsuccessfu him. ‘ iy: Pressure Points .. to come back in the second half. The team got as close as 58-47 with 6:30 remaining in the game. Miles Haberer and Donnell Hayden led the Stallions in scoring with 13 points apiece. Delayne Dona and Jeff Gloden had eight, and Gary Joe Kinne, Chris Terry, and Barton Spivey scored two each. The Stailions defeated Highland Park in the next game, 59-55. This hurt HP’s playoff chances and left NM’s District 9-5A record at 6-5. HP was ahead going into the fourth quarter, 40-39. Miles Haberer contributed 23 points, Donnell Hayden added 14, and Delayne Dona, four. The team beat the Mes- quite Skeeters, defeating them 69-49. Wilmer and North Garland were the Stallions last two victims, as NM won 60-55, respectively. Miles Haberer com- mented, “The season went Against Plano, Miles Haberer goes up to dominate the ball as his teammates help out. pretty well. It could have been better. It could have been. worse. We won 22 games.” Junior Chris Terry stated, “The Arlington Classic was probably the high point of the season. We beat two teams that were ranked in the top ten in the area and then lost to number one ranked South Oak Cliff by only three points.” Chris Phelps, senior, add- ed, “We played everyone in our district hard. They had more talent in many of the games, but we came to play every night.” “The season went okay, but we lacked in team play,” said Jeff Gloden. Miles Haberer received the honor of being named to the Ist Team All-District. Donnell Hayden was selected for 2nd team All- District, while Delayne Dona received Honorable Mention. Senior Gary Joe Kinne gives the opponent a difficult time going down the court. Sports 235 PeOeleNeTeS of Interest Season Record 9-4 Freshman White NM 47 Garland 62 Lakeview “A” 60 S. Garland B 75 Highland Park 84 Mesquite B 51 Wilmer A 62 North Garland B 55 Garland A 94 Lakeview B 66 Highland Park 77 Mesquite A 60 Wilmer B 42 North Garland Freshman White Basketball: Sitting: Scott Paugh, Johnny Ball, Brian Sagraves, Chris Corder, John Dunn, Kneeling: T. Donahue, Koy Johnson, Robbie Vaughn, Brian Tullos, Troy Kane, Javier Hudson, Standing: P. Chapa, Brian Nabors, Er- nie Roe, J. C. Colwill, Mark Jones, W. Cunningham, Coach Barnes. 236 JV, Freshman Basketball PeOeleNeTeS of Interest Season Record 10-3 Freshman Blue NM 37 Garland 69 Lakeview 52 South Garland 57 Highland Park 50 Mesquite 54 Wilmer Hutchins 54 North Garland 59 Garland 73 Lakeview 60 Highland Park 57 Mesquite 81 Wilmer Hutchins 46 North Garland Freshman Blue Basketball: Kneeling: Trent Donahue, Mike Duckworth, Damon Wilson, Keith Hopkins, Billy Ransom, Lee Doolin, Norton Diaz, Chris Ziuney, Wesley Cunningham Standing: Damon Carter, Jeff Ausbrook, Rusty Rodgers, Steve Killingsworth, Steve Gillispie, James Dunn, David Wilcox, Coach Weeks. Paul Shar throw from team. tries to block a he Wilmer Hutchins Jace Houston blocks for a re- bound against Wilmer Hutchins Jace Houston shoots for two points “The team had a very positive attitude. Everyone was willing to learn and we had team unity,” said Billy Ransom. Even though every member of the team strived to do good and become the best athlete he could some could not play because of House Bill 72. As Johnny Ball put it, “House Bill 72 made us work harder because if you don’t pass, you are out for the whole six weeks. That is practically the whole season.” Rusty Rodgers said, “I do not feel it hurt our team because all of us were good students anyway.” A good team does not only con- sist of talented players but of good coaches. A good coach is an asset to any team. As James Dunn ex- plained, “I think our coaches are so good because they like to win, “If you had a problem on a play, the coaches would take their time and instruct the play step by step.” — Norton Diaz PeQelLeNeTeS of Interest Garland Lakeview South Garland Highland Park Wilmer Hutchins Mesquite North Garland Garland Lakeview Highland Park Mesquite Wilmer Hutchins North Garland they like to see us win even if they have to push us, they will do it. They are also good because they have had previous ex- perience in the game.” Or as Brian Nobors said, “They take pride in what they are doing.” Almost everyone agreed that South Garland was the toughest team to play. Steve Gillispie said, “They were well coached and we did not think we needed any prac- tice because we thought we could beat them. We were well coached too, but it came down to that they were a better team.” Norton Diaz commented, “They had big players and excellent shooters. They were very aggressive every minute.” Billy Ransom had a different outlook on who was the most competive team. He said, “House Bill 72 made us con- centrate on our grades as well as basketball.” — Ernie Roe JV. Basketball: Kneeling — Vance Stembers, Andy Stachowick, Paul Sharp, Jace Houston, William Watson, Joe Hubik Standing — Coach Tim Har- ris, Paul Mendoza, Forrest Scott, Darren Isbell, David Sifuentes, Julie Powers “T think North Garland was because they would not let us get started into our regular game plan. They were so “scrappy” and we were so “big headed” we almost gave them the game.” Hard work and discipline are two of the major factors for a good team. Billy Ransom stated, “I think all the people who re- mained in basketball and are go- ing to move up to higher levels will really contribute for the sim- ple fact of “a little talent, desire, dedication, defense, and determination.” The Freshman Blue team ended the year with a district record of 10-3. The Freshman White team ended with a district record of 9-4 and the JV team finished with a 4-9 record. “We all were after one thing, to win. Then, later in the season we wanted to be strong contenders in the State Tournament.” — Andy Stachowiak 237 SSS ee Being guarded by a Garland Owl, Terri Porter goes up for two as Pam Hiller assists. Taking a break in the action, coaches Donna Capps and Phyllis Reed discuss the remainder of the game. Keeping the opponent from passing, junior Debbie Prater blocks a Lakeview Patriot. Sophomore Diana Dona fakes out a Lakeview player. Shooting for two points, Dina Garcia proceeds to get the ball in the net. 238 Girls Basketball ¢” 4 PeOeleNeTeS of Interest District Record 9-3 67 Wilmer 83 Puttin ) Marla the ball in the hoop, ycoff adds another two | points against the Garland Owls. 44 N. Garland 35 Bik Garland 49 60 Lakeview 50 71 S. Garland 35 -_ 53 Mesquite 34 51 Wilmer 68 537) Ni Garland | | 44 43 Garland 39 - Lakeview 55 Members of the girl’s var- pe Mone Me sity basketball team are: SOC 52 Carol Ashmore, Diana Dona, Debbie Prater, Terri Porter, Pam Hiller, Lisa Kellehan, Suzie Merryman, Marla ’ hed B33 % 7 Neeenad y os ' Height. That was what roved to be the weak point s well as a strong point for ae Lady Stallions. Knowing aat they had to overcome reir lack of it, they im- roved their speed and agili- 7. Junior Terri Porter said “I iuink we performed great. Je were smaller, but we ung in there like we were ist as tall.” The team began by win- ing its first two pre-season ames against Arlington 34- 7, and Berkner 48-44. The rls suffered their first loss the season to Lewisville 3-38. Like on a roller coaster, sirls Overcome Lack of Height to Win With Outstanding Speed the team went on to beat DeSoto 65-61 and to lo se against Arlington 26-29. ”... we couldn’t stay consistent. We were like a roller coaster. We were up then down, up then down,’ remarked senior Suzie Merryman. The Lady Stallions then took home a victory against Arlington Heights 57-44, and another loss to L.D. Bell 45-55. The girls won their next two pre-district season games, however, beating W.T. White 48-49 and Plano 44-42. The Stallions lost their first district game of the season to Wilmer. After only Wycoff, Jan Achziger, Dina Garcia. one district game, the girls played two more non-district games in which they won one and lost one. The team defeated Grandview 44-35 and lost to Haltom 57-68. Then it was back to district action. The girls went on to win the next four games. Among the victims were North Garland 44-35, Garland 51-49, and Lakeview 60-50. The game against South Garland turned out to be a 71-35 blowout and gave the girls their fourth straight win and a tie for first place in the district with the Mes- quite Skeeters. Terri Porter scored 16 points in the first half and helped get the 17-9 lead in the first quarter. At the end of the half the score was 38- 15. Taking advantage of the situation, Coach Donna Capps cleared her bench. Also, many of the South Garland fans went home early. After the game, Coach Capps commented,“I was just stunned. I don’t think we’ve ever scored 71 points.” Suzie Merryman said,” ... when we played South Garland (even though they were a weak team) we blew them out of the gym. It really (cont.) Sports Speed makes you feel awesome!” NM then suffered a non- district loss to Bishop Lynch, 40 -52. The girls were then off toa contest with their cross-town rivals, the Mesquite Skeeters. The Stallions showed them who was the better team by winning 53-34. The team suffered yet another loss to Wilmer, the second of the season, 51-68. Next the Stallions went on to top North Garland 53-44 because of the Raiders missed free timely throws. The field goals were fairly even, 18-17. Diana Dona, sophomore, hit six out of six free throws. Their next opponent was Garland. The girls won 43-39. The following game against Lakeview losing 54- 55 was a disappointing one. However, the Stallions went into the game with first place in the district. The two teams were tied after the first quarter, 12-12 and were still even at halftime, 29-29. At the end of the third quarter, Lakeview was leading 40-37. The Stallions took out their frustrations on the remain- ing two games against South Garland and Mesquite, 56-45 and 45-28. This gave the Stallions a se- cond place spot in the district. Up against SOC, the girls put up quite a fight, but lost 42-52. Senior Pam Hiller said, they knew who they played after they played us. And they knew they had ac- tually played the hardest, toughest, and the most disciplined team they’ll ever come across.” Junior Marla Wycoff said, “Without Coach Capps strong disciplinary rules, we would have never been as successful as we were. She’s a great coach who really wants to win.” | | 4 Surrounded by the Owls, Diana Dona overcomes the opponent and makes a basket. 240 Basketball ' ; Dina Garcia heads for the net .gainst Bishop Lynch, Deb-_ with two SOC players close ie Prater competes fora jump ball. behind. Diana Dona struggles to get past a Garland Owl. All-District even Porter fakes out a SOC girl. “ “Coach Capps taught us “We could not have done as we played the number Mi 5 os ane 5 MOKA ne well as we did without all the support the student body and the faculty gave us.” — Terri Porter one team in Texas (SOC) and held them to the closest margin they'd seen all year long.” — Pam Hiller about life, not just basketball. She taught us desire, dedica- tion, and discipline, which we will use for the rest of our lives.” — Suzie Merryman 241 JV team members include front row: Paula Wright, Shannon Watson, Tara McElwee, Teresa McMillan, Jenna Nelson, Emily Murdock. Back row: Larry Whitworth, Jeannie Carder, Christie Congelton, Susan Martin, Misti Goodman, Sandra Martin, Christi Jameson, Wendy Morris, Laura Kinkeade, Coach Phyllis Reed. Frosh Team Members Include: front row: Kristi Hampton, Debbie Johnson, Karen Ureste, Hope Masters, Donna Sechord, Racheal Oliver, DeAnna York, Sherrie Bon, Coach Swann. Second row: Mary Harwerth, Cathy Coursey, Stacey Thompson, Wendy Cox, Michelle Harris, Jennifer Davis, Tammie Fields, Jennifer Haas,. Back row: Lori Weatherly, Michelle Mcginnis, Susan Krause, Tonya Vandergriff, Keri Kyser, Amy Artz. 242 Girls’ JV, Frosh Basketball NM NM 41 35 29 1 22 26 20 38 43 29 16 23 28 19 PeOcleNeTeS of Interest District Record 10-2 Wilmer N. Garland Garland Lakeview S. Garland Highland Park Mesquite Wilmer N. Garland Garland Lakeview Highland Park PeOcleNeTeS of Interest District Record 8-6 Mesquite Wilmer N. Garland Garland Lakeview S. Garland Highland Park Mesquite Wilmer N. Garland Garland Lakeview Highland Park Mesquite SS SS SSS SSS SSS SSS SEE SES EE PS ss HS sisi eres restr eearesncrescassecrsenmeemnawe SS AS AY ELSES OV We ESS ES EE ET SMT OTE PETE STEERS VS 1S CEE Ws BL CLO eee eee ees as ty oe STE STEPPE yee Ears arry Jennifer Davis moves the ball toward the N.M. goal at the Mes- quite game. Paula Wright blocks an oppo- nent as a teammate passes the ball to her. Coach Phyllis Reed gives last minute strategic plans before the next play against Lakeview. oe Ree SESE Girls JV Frosh Basketball teams pull together to earn District Title After compiling a 10-2 district record the girls Junior Varsity Basketball team captured the District title. The season began rough and slow with the team los- ing eight games before district play. Mesquite was the toughest competition, however, since the J.V. was competing with them all season for first place or maybe last place. Much of the team’s success was due to Coach Reed. The players felt she really pulled the team together and made them work. “Coach Reed was tough, but very patient. She helped us establish teamwork and helped us on_ individual skills.” Christie Jameson said. “The greatest achievement of the team was that we played as a unit and not as individuals.” Paula Wright said. “Coach Reed’s patience and desire to win made us push ourselves.” Teresa McMillan said. The Highlight of the season for Coach Swann’s Frosh was beating South Garland by Twenty points while allowing them only Six. South Garland was viewed as the team’s toughest com- petitors and beating them by such a large margin really boosted the ego of the team. “Beating Mesquite was a major victory for the team. In the three games that North Mesquite’s Frosh team played Mesquite, N.M. won all of them by an average of 14 points.” Many of the players felt that they learned a lot from simply being on the team. Stacey Thompson said she enjoyed playing even if they didn’t win every game. Lear- ning to support the team when you're on the bench and doing your best when you are on the court were something Amy Artz felt she had learned to do this year. “Coach Swann. really made us keep going when we wanted to give up.” Karen Ureste said. Sports 243 BS BS rker slaps a high fiy : after scoring against N.G. NM wpr- 6-3 on N. Garland’s homefield, 0 the fizat timess | sa “The sea because JV and Frosh Combine for Eleven Victories For the first time in its history NM had a Freshman baseball team, due to the number of boys that tried out for the team — almost 30. Though they only played seven games, the team won five out of those seven, los- ing to Rockwall and Samuell. “The team could’ve gone undefeated, but we were missing players due to holidays,” explained Coach Mark White. “Some of the boys went out of town dur- ing the weekend.” The team started the season against Wilmer- Hutchins, winning with an impressive score of 16-1, the team ending against Samuell winning with a score of 12-1. The JV team had to strug- gle through its season, with half of the good players moved up to Varsity or on the Freshman team. “I think that some of the hardships we had to overcome was losing some of our best players over grades,” David son went really well we learned much over the season plus the coaches made it fun for us.” 244 — David Gardner Gardner said. “We started off the season well, but as the season pro- gressed, we just walked out and played instead of being serious,” David Johnson said. The players felt that Mes- quite was one of their toughest opponents. Mes- quite played consistent, without error or mistakes, and took advantage of the er- rors made by the Stallions. Some of the valuable players, the coaches said were: Jeff Stone, Robby Vaughn, Shannon Sharp, and Chris Zivney for the Frosh team and David Gard- ner, Garry Blackwell, Kevin Koerner, and Chris Higgin- botham for JV. Lack of support was one of the major factors that could’ve helped the teams. Coach John Hicks, Varsity coach, said “I’d like to see a good turn out at all the games, not just varsity.” “We had a lot of tough times through the season, but I think we did alright.” — Garry Blackwell Baseball Steve Hopkins base just in a nick of time slid against Highland P Getting ready Steve Hopkins loo that it’s safe. “Timely hitting, I think, helped us. Hitting the ball at the right time with the right people on base was the key to some of our wins.” — David Johnson | — iq tvid Gardner watches pa- ntly as he prepares to bat. Coach Mike Morris disap- provingly looks on at the NM HP game. PeOeleNeT eS of Interest Frosh Season Record 5-2 NM 16 Wilmer-Hutchins West Mesquite Rockwall W.W. Samuell Rockwall Bryan Adams W. W. Samuell Freshman Baseball Team, (Row 1) Jeff Stone, Scott Pittman, Evan Bowery, Mark Leone, Rusty Rodgers, Chuck Rawlinson. (Row 2) Rocky Kirk, Kevin Kaufman, Steve Killinsworth, Randy Wright, Brian Chapman, Mike Duckworth, Pam Marweg. (Row 3) David Bowden Kelly Clements, Jamie Watson, Chris Zivney, Shannon Sharp, Rob- by Vaughn, Coach Mark White. PeOeleNeTeS of Interest JV District Season Record 6-9 South Garland Highland Park Mesquite Garland North Garland Lakeview Garland JV Baseball Team, (Row 1) Roy Wynn, Mike Loven, David Gardner, Kevin Koerner. (Row 2) Chris Hig- ginbotham, Garry Blackwell, David Johnson, Bill Myrdhal, Mike Taylor. (Row 3) Bart Gulley, Jeff Kinney, Ciro Piccolo, Steve Hopkins. Sports 245 PeOcleNeTeS of Interest District Record 13-1 Garland N. Garland S. Garland Wilmer Hutchins Highland Park Lakeview Mesquite Garland N. Garland f S. Garland Varsity Baseball, Highland Park (row. 1h) Stacy Holt, Bill Hetner, Lakeview Chris Hamilton, Kelly McPherson, Wilmer Hutchins Mike Collins, Mesquite (row 2): Monty Brown, Brian Fit- zgerald, Pete Manicchia, jimmy Jenkins, Gary Blackwell, Keith Higginbothom. (row 3): Mike Einbrev, Eric Stone, Steve Sarker, Greg Vike, Diron Hitt, Coach John Hicks. Eric Stone gets ready to throwa Brian Fitzgerald prepa strike while a North Garland make a bunt at the NM vs. Ga Raider looks on, game. FPOMrFKWONNOCONH YI oo i Hh TRE nee ‘ei 4 + : ; i | vy ’ 4 Outfielder Mike Embrey stands alert for anw flyball that comes his way. Coach John Hicks looks ea as he prepares fo pive instructions in the North Garland game, “Last summer, I was young { fg Pe “Everybody concentrated and inexperienced. | didnt “We just can’t seem to beat throughout the whole game know how to keep my cool. , T.]. They are a good team gn and played the best we could I've been keeping my cool for with a good coach.” « q and things fell in place for us three weeks...” Bi ma a mF ...’ (North Garland game) — Eric Stone j : mt | -—. Diron Hitt vant aly — Steve Barker hy oS 0) Cc § WD ms 3) is} ue} + ss 9 q 8 hit of a fast pitch. TAT nn pyientes Seccer Boys Varsity Team Members Are: (row 1) Brian Gentry, Pat Pearson, Tim Glenn, Randy Kelly, Phillip Miller, Kevin Faciane, Brian King. (row 2) Sam Weatherby, Billy Mayhaw, Brian Beddow, Rodney Chapin, Kirk Sipes, Rob- bie Lopez, Gary Akin. (row 3) Coach Steve Bragg, Carl Leatherman, Ross Foster, Brian Sledge, Kelley Hargis, Bruce Snover, Scott Sitzman, and Jason Frith. PeOrleNeTeS of Interest District Record 8-2-2 Season Record 10-3-2 Z = Bishop Dunne Mesquite N. Garland Lakeview Rockwall Garland S. Garland Mesquite N. Garland Lakeview Rockwall Garland S, Garland Bryan Adams Richardson CWE OHVENWON—Ww QNHOOSWHK KOM UNHS Boys Varsity Soccer Team Get It Together With a Force that Knows No Equal! After last year’s uproar with HP, it was questionable as to whether or not NM would still have a boys soc- cer program. This year, ac- cording to senior team member Randy Kelly, the guys had to let the Hartwick tradition die and decide to play clean, heads-up soccer. NM started off the season with two wins against Bishop Dunne, 3-0, and Mes- quite, 3-1. The team suffered its first loss to North Garland 2-1. The Stallions made it two in a row by losing to Lakeview in a disappointing game, 3-2. The season began going their way after the team decided that they really wanted the championship and defeated South Garland 2-1ina tough game. The team then went on to tie its next two games against Mesquite and North Garland? J1-1)-and) 3-37 respectively. Soccer “I think the lowest point of the season was when we were beating N. Garland 3-0 in the first half and then let them come back to tie us 3-3 ... Brian Gentry said. The Stallions then went on to blow away the opposing teams in the four games left in the regular season. Among these were Lakeview and Garland, where NM shamed them 8-0, and 4-0. The final game against South Garland, which decid- ed the district championship was played indoors at the “Soccer Center” in Richard- son. This was the first indoor soccer game in NMHS history. The Stallions were scored on first, but the Stallions then started play- ing together as a team which resulted in their 4-1 victory. Phillip Miller said, “Coach Bragg continued to be confi- dent even after our losses. He inspired the team to keep trying because he knew that we could bounce back and possibly win district. And we did.” The bi-district game was tough because NM was com- ing from behind throughout the whole game. NM was tied with Bryan Adams, 2-2, and went into overtime, which eventually led to a shootout. Junior Scotty Sitz- man, playing fullback, scored the winning shot that insured the _ bi-district championship. “It was great when Tim Glenn made the final save in the shootout against BA to clinch the bi-district cham- pionship,” said Rodney Chapin. The Stallions then went on to play Richardson for the area championship. The team didn’t seem to be up for the game as it was for the bi- district game, and it hurt the team’s efforts. Randy Kelly said, “After we were second on the first ster dribbles the ball field as two team- © fh time, we just fell apart were not able to get back | il a! We lost 3-0, but it was to tf team who went on to Wi the State Championship.” | This particular team Ww] really unified. Most of tl players had experience playing each other on dij i i | 4 ferent terms, so they knép what to expect from eal} other. All-District honors to: Ist Team — Bruce Snov Scott Sitzman, Rodn Chapin; 2nd Team — Faciane, Tim Glenn, nD Foster; Honorable Mentic| — Kelly Hargis, Brian € try, and Billy Mayhaw. “The guys did a grea’ in workil this y ear M Pay together. They had a supij . year. They went farther } the playoffs than any oth boys soccer team had in ti past,” Coach Bragg said. “I feel that our highpoint of the season was when we shut-out Lakeview. Going in- to that game we had our backs against the wall. We had to win, and we proved that we could.” —— Scott Sitzman “There's nothing like the feeling you get after being the first NM_ boys .soccer team to win the bi-district championship” — Carl Leatherman Jumping over an opposing player, Kelley Hargis manages to get the ball down the field. All bundled up, Coach Steve Bragg keeps an eye on his winning r tobi ote a | uel) 1 Senior Randy Kelly gets back in- to the game after taking a break. “Coach Bragg gave the team a feeling of unity, He treated everyone the same way, gi0- ing no specini privileges to anyone. He also cares about the soccer program. — Bruce Snover Girls Varsity Soccer Team Members Are: (row 1) Kelly Van Lehn, Patty Kear, Kelly Ball, Eva Robles, Amy Weatherby, Salisa Allen, Pam Decker; (row 2) Annette Hawkins, Lannette Harbour, Cindy Linthicum, Donna Armstrong, Amy Ashmore, Stacy Palmore, Debra Decker, Susan Goodman; (row 3) Coach Mark White, Kandi Kingrey, Cathy Garcia, Jennifer Fletcher, Tricia Timms, Shelia Day, and Shawn Wilson. “There was @ very strong sense of unity in our team. continually worked together and after games we would go out together. We were all best buds. . .” -- Amy Ashmore ae a SER PeOcleNeTeS of Interest District Record 9-0 Season Record 15-6 rae = Lakeview Garland N. Garland S. Garland Mesquite Lakeview Garland N. Garland S. Garland Samuell Richardson BNNOCOFOCORSCSO “Coach White had us in shape! We could run down any team and come back and play our own pace ... He was not only our coach, he was our friend!” — Donna Armstrong Wy cone. artes bh i “Because we were placed in an easy district, we were un- prepared for a good team like Richardson. I felt really good about our loss to them, because they went on to become state champs, and on- ly beat us by one goal.” — Amy Weatherby a Peg He the Sunset Tournament where the girls won one game and. lost two. iomentum, NM moletels _ shut-out its first tw o district competitors, defea Lanai 8-0, and: Gar, The team had a minor back game scabies Arlington Mar- tin 0-2. But the team wouldn't rive up. Coach Mark White said his. girls came back and cranked it up in the district contests. The team defeated North and South Garland by scores of 5-4 and 2-0, respectively. NMs next victim was its cross-town rival, aa 4-1, | The team set an eight: game i winning streak by then going | on to defeat Lakeview, Garland, North Garland, and _ South Garland. Amy Weather- by commented, “I feel our toughest district team to play this year was South Garland because last year we had a_ tough time beating them and ‘it resulted in some fights.” This gave the Stallions a 9.0. district record, making them District 9-5A champions, Donna Armstrong | said, ‘he high point was finishing our district with a 9- record! When this happened, we knew that we were headed t they then began to eatin a losing a non-district. Mesquite. _ The Stallions defeated the — Harbour player on the team, Coach White summed ‘up yi ‘the season by say ing, “1 was pleased with the way we played Richarddson. thay ha ps by dete Hing Samuel 4. | ey eee two to take home fifth place. The team then ‘participated in | for our game . son, br sorry tough and tale Am y iH ie W leatherby, ‘Cindy nore An ‘Kelly Ball, and Eva Robles ail played _ together with. Mark White as. their coach. Coach ie nee Lin Gua i “We Weed as a te. that’s why we had so 1 uch | success, We were always t for each other, on and off the Held,” said Kelly Van Lehn. the team had a” gut relationship amongst themselves and Coach White. They worked well heat all during theseason. Coach White also said. Kelly Ball was the fastest player, not only on the team, and Lanette yas. the laulu Overall, | e been better skilled, but our ae were the badly athletes. fa He Soccer. Donna ae . was injured during the earlier part of the season which may. - have contributed to th team's 8 slow start, They 2 shew ot Pabedan nett RR ae FEY ane Ht shite Hahei WOU ga} PeOeTPR eT +S of Interest le aah Let Byte «see Girls JV Soccer Season Record 0-3 PURI RRR Nailer anh AN RUAN ©. ipa pie ithe NM 2 J.J. Pearce 2 Highland Park AR q eH: 1 sisi as naa Md hats lca ll 3. Mesquite Hh hy POURRA EAE CE PO a MMMM us chp bulb 0 alos aan bes - r Lig, eet, 1 Se eR er ne ae ‘ eae Hpbi tht Ys a unm aati De iii MM UUM t “T think unity in a team has a “Coach Bragg is a good lot to do with the way you perform on the field. If you don't believe in the team, you really can’t believe in yourself and how you play.” — Lonnie Pollard “a . NO one person can be a team or win a game. It takes a whole team effort.” — Alana Rattan coach. He gave us a good condition practice and he really put a lot of work into the soccer team.” — Jacob Porse qw KW. 7 Aes AMES SOCERP WECEP of Interest Boys ]V Soce Season Recor 6-0 ‘d = Mesquite Bryan Adams Lakeview 5. Garland Mesquite Lakeview AGN hob boy iid gals Vs SOC: ams played some good es, despite lack of : publicity. The girls season | was cul a little short due to games being cancelled use of bad weather, Roushey said, “... we lidn’t get to compete in many games so we didn't get. : whe we were had | a very. suc. faving only one point scored against — tt Working hard during m. during — the -entiy great having only one point scored ay Set us, Coach eee fe “Warren Fowler, jeff 1 Marrel, axe oe bins Ae me, F Uahads Bel very lit- tle recognition, but when we have a near perfect season, something must be said about the defense,” re- _ marked David Marvel. John Robbins said, “The team was real close and Coach Bragg kept wus ‘together, That’s what you ‘need for a good team.” Phillip Doane said, “Coach Bragg. contributed a whole _ lot to the success of the team. He made sure that we were ea practices 1s was” he second straight undefeated, untied Saahie ce NM added —— Janet Bryant swims in the In the backstroke event, Antje butterfly event at the regional Birkner swims a 2.28:42 in the medley, e « 3 Coach Julie Wallace confers Suzie Krause takes a break dur- with Joe Valdez and Cynthia Nash. _inga meet. While le a out Wallace, Cynthia Nash chi the times of swimmers. 3 254. Swimming | Senior janet Bryant win. swims to ao winery ERIE ATTESTED RCRA ASAOLE MS OTL COME M EG LEL CLUTTER UA! BP LSRRERAI Be ED ES SPUN 9 1B LEI PY OUPPEL IE LE AOD REL ED VEG EAA OY 1 5 GAOT BSH TERETE Swim Team Worked Hard and Was Not many people would want to get upiat the crack of dawn to ga Nae a swim workout but that is what the dedicated members of the swim team did no tmatter what the temperature was. In iate October the team iat in the | SMU. Relays. NM didn't place very high, Out the team did receive some very valuable experience. For some swim- mers, this was their very fitst Swill meet ever, The meet helped these rookies to gam knowledge on ow to Ran- dle the pressure and com: petition) Of tne meets) to. eonne, Many new) rember cut their times down to one half of what it was, which was quite an accomplishment. Donnie Peterson said, “NM was stamped but we raanag- ed) tO cut our times very well.” The rene swimmers a proceeded to compete in a meet against Lewisville An Marcus. Because of the long ride to the place of the ae the team felt not quite up to par, losing the first real meet oof the season. However, Lewisville and. Marcus have very large teams, and the swim team members always find it a challenge to swim against them. The team began to pick up momentum, however, defeating both South Garland and Garland in the next) meet, Shari Sawyer commented, “I really wasn't surprised when we beat them, We beat them last vear, arid |. figured we could do it again this year.” The Stallions went on to swim im the Lewisville In- witational Meet where the pins placed sixth and the boys plac fed ninth out of twenty teams, Against Bryan Adams, the girls ‘took home a victory while the bovs Lost, The team won yet another meet against Skyline, Then it was on to the District meet on February 13. In this corapetition, NM was second only to Highland Park. Fanet “Bryant said, “I wanted to win district real bad since it was my last yeay, but IP is a large team and has better facilities in which to work out. bot Kaew it would be real tough to ever keep up with ther. But we were rot fav behind!” Twenty swimmers Qualified for the regione meet held in Fort Worth on March 3. In the girls’ 200 medley relay, the team of Antje Birkner, aha Bryans, Carol Berg, and Shana Roark wan first place with a time of 2:12:52, anew school record. In the girls individual medley, Carol Berg set a new school record with her first place of 2:28:42. Antje Birkner received fifth place in this event. This was the year for new school records. aR ——————————— Strong Setting yet another school record for the swim team Antje Birkner placed first in the 100 yard backstroke with a time of 1:11:06. Antje Birkner said, “My favorite event was always the 50 yard medley relay with Carol, Janet, Shana, and myself, I had to start first because I was the back- stroker. Janet always asked me one thing when I was fix- ing to jump into the water: ‘How fast can you swim?’ and my answer was always: ‘As fast as a shark!’ and I had to repeat it three times before she believed it.” Coach Wallace reviewed the season up by saying, “I was very pleased with our season. We broke many school records and have im- proved our times throughout the year. Our overall meet record was five wins and three losses, the wins being South Garland, Garland, North Garland, Skyline, and Bryan Adams girls and los- ing to Lewisville Marcus, Highland Park, and Bryan Adams boys. Six seniors will graduate this year. The team will miss the support and ex- perience of the seniors, but it looks like we will be getting some new talent to join our team next year.” Shaun McQuistion and Janet Bryant received Most Valuable swimmer awards, and Rick Northicutt was voted freshman of the year. Kerri Bittenbender checks out the bulletin board as Shaun Mc- Quistion laughs at her picture be- ing taken by surprise at the regional meet. The high point of the season was definitely the district meet, While at school, all of the girls were delivered a car- nation by Shaun McQuistion, “I felt very proud and happy when we placed second in the district against schools who have better facilities than we do.” — Antje Birkner “Coach Wallace is a great coach. She really understands and knows how to give us a good workout.” — Janet Bryant “I feel the main reason for our team’s success was due to each person’s individual ef- fort. There was not one loser on our team. We were, and still are, winners.” — Shaun McQuistion PeLeAeCekeS of Interest Opponent North Garland won South Garland won Garland won Skyline won | Swim team members are: Bryan Adams won. (row 1) Clay Cole, Bill Ellis, Shaun Lewisville | McQuistion, Bart Graham, Antje Marcus lost | Birkner. (row 2) John Mathews, : Shari Sawyer, Shana Roark, Kerri Bryan Adams lost Bittenbinder, Joe Valdez, Lisa Tolbert. (row 3) Cynthia Nash, Suzie Krause, Monica Martell, Carol Berg, Chris Dunaway, Richard Northcutt. (row 4) Jim Fellers, Russell Pedri, Donnie Peterson, Pete Copin, Ward Mathews, and Coach Julie Wallace. Saale titel hedelin lereth eahianie Heieenen ae tiene ae Senior Bill Ellis: “Coach Wallace knew each of our weaknesses and our limits. She knew what we could and couldn’t do.” Competing in lane six, North Mesquite’s time is shown on the scoreboard. Coach Julie Wallace laughs with some fellow coaches at the Regional Meet in Fort - Worth, Texas. Sports 257 | nanan corer von (ERN8BRSKRNIES MSA SS SOPET STREAM MT AVN IOTNTL ET Fs TOS MST OTE SSCS SFE WOE LS SATE GAT EES ETE BOOS ESTO OS LALLA OST TEL OCR SO EES BOSE TTS DATE TTLD BOTT ALKA SS DEL VRE ESTA CEASED SET Cross-Country Was Meetin’ Those onotonous iles Monotony. That is a word that characterizes cross-country. But it’s not the only word. A person has to have discipline and a strong will to rigor the hard- ships of cross-country training; and the boys on the NM team stood up to the challenge. Many miles were run in ex- treme heat, cold, rain, sleet, and every other imaginable form of weather. The boys on the team must also run on their own, besides working out sometimes two or three times a day at school. All that work paid off. Senior, Ken Craft said, “Cross-Country is a very wearisome sport. Not many of the students in North Mesquite realize how many hours and miles we put in for preparation of a meet, I believe that 75% of cross-country is mental.” The boys began their suc- cessful season by competing in the Richardson Invitational Meet where both the varsity and JV placed fourth. The team was then off to the Plano Invita- tional Meet where the varsity placed sixth and the JV placed second. At the Lancaster Invitational Meet the Stallions brought back third place. In the last regular meet of the season for the varsi- ty team, Trinity-UTA, the guys performed well, winning se- cond place. The JV had one last meet at Mountain View, taking with them first place. “House Bill 72 had no effect what so ever. | feel thaf an athlete must be a good student as well...“ — Mark Dilodovico The Stallions were then off to the district meet. The team easi- ly won the title, qualifieing the Stallions for the regional meet. For many of the senior team members, this was the fourth year in a row to win district and advance to the regional meet. This is the only sports team to win district four years in a row. The team placed eleventh in the region. Coach Ben Robertson said, “We are always a slow starter — hoping to be at our best around district-regional meet time. It really hurt our performance to be rained-out the three meets before district.” Senior, Daron Moore remark- ed, “I felt that the season went well, although we never seemed to come together and find a peak as a team. We all seemed to peak at different times ... I felt going to the regional meet was redemptive, a chance to cover the rest of the season with one effort. Unfortunately, it never came about.” Dwain Baber, said: ‘There has always been a strong sense of unity from each team member, to the many helpful and suppor- tive coaches. We learn from each other...” All-District awards were given to Wayne McKee, Ronnie Aga, and Rodney Smith, and coach ben Robertson was named cross-country’s Coach of the Year. “No one can make you do the hard miles, the long hours of workouts — only yourself. It’s a mental sport as well as a physical one.” — Wayne McKee = Cross-Country __ Proving that hard wor pay. off, Ken Craft nears the fini Jing as one of the top runners. “Our efforts were mostly a reflection of an equally balanced team, without a ‘superstar runner.” — Ronnie Aga PelheAeCek of Interest Giving a Lake Highlands run- Meet Var. Iner a run for his money, Rodney Richardson 4th Smith leads while Ken Craft brings } Plano 6th up the rear. Arlington Boys’ cross-country team members are: Lamar 2nd H §=6(row 1) Randy Cott, Mark Dilodovico, Lancaster 3rd 5 Daron Moore, Steve Skinner, Todd Flent- Trinity- je, Ken Craft, Dwain Baber, Mike Hoyt; SOUL: and (row 2) Tim Glasson, Tracy Ewton, Chris ad Reyes, Ed Baptista, Alex Martin, Larry sealant Heath, Eric rt paaai Keith Duckworin a 3 Robertson, Bud Vi- Disiiee Ae (row 3) Coach Ben Robertson, Bu i 3 i dean, Ronnie Aga, Jeff Walker, Donnie Regional llth Aga, Rodney Smith, Corey Junell, Glenn Morris; (row 4) Stephen Tate, Randy Woody, Gary Kurtz, Brandon Johnson, Todd Young, Shaun Halfaker, Matt Varghese, Chris Rodriquez, Matt Walker. Darke ga Getting a fresh supply of water, Reiley Smith, tad Vi- dean, and Chris Reyes prepare for the next race. In the JV District meet, Corey Junell and Glenn Morris run the last leg. The JV finished first in the district. ping ace, Donnie Aga and )W ne McKee compete in another ‘m¢!. Donnie’s twin brother, Ron- ijis also on the team. Sports 259 PeLeAeCeEeS of Interest Meet Var. JV Richardson 3rd 2nd Deann Molencupp gives a Plano 4th Ist superlative effort in the district Arlington- meet. Girls’ cross-country team Lamar 6th — Ist members are: (row 1) Angie Gar- Lancaster 2nd = 2nd rison, Kim Cavender, Tammy Trinity-UTA Ist Ist Oakley, Belinda Garza, Gina Oakley, Mountain Sheri Teer, Stephanie Zimmerman; View 2nd (row 2) Coach Ben Robertson, Tonya District 2nd 2nd Myers, Amy Wilson, Alison Owens, Regional 3rd Jodi Blankenship, Becky Reyes, S tate 10th Shelia Day; (row 3) Karey Gunn, Kellie Gunn, Jeanna Garvin, Deann Molencupp, Shelley Curry, Cinda Arthur, and Rena Ybarbo. Becky Reyes, Angie Garrison, Jeanna Garvin, Stephanie Zimmer- man, Jodi Blankenship, Kim Cavender, and Gina Oakley pose for the camera after another vic- torious meet. Concentrating, Allison Owens pushes to stay ahead in the district meet. ; | Nearing the finish, Gin Oakley and Angie Garrison stru : thsi Vet il a gle to keep going. Gina and Angi Keeping her pace, Stephanie ve 86 cer se won All State and All Sta Zimmerman competes in the teed pee Honorable Mention, respectively. district meet. ues ‘4 ty | 260 Cross Country 1 | “House Bill 72 pulled us closer asa team... everyone stuck together and made sure everyone was passing.” Angie Garrison Practicing 4 hours a day on Cross-country Girls Ran the Road to State It’s 5:15 am. and an alarm goes off. The girl manages to pull herself out of bed to start yet another day, even though she stayed up until 1:00 a.m. doing her term paper and other homework. She gets her things together and arrives at school for her regular 6:00 a.m. workout. The only thing that keeps her go- ing is the hope of going to the state cross-country meet at the end of the season. This might have been a typical morning in the life of the members of the girls cross-country team. The road to state was a long and hard one. Besides having early mor- ning workouts, the team many times worked out during fourth period and after school. But the girls achieved their goal — making it to the state meet for the second year in a row. Freshman, Rena Ybarbo said, “Cross-Country takes a great deal of discipline. It was hard, but we had a lot of good times as well.” The team started its suc- cessful season by competing in the Richardson Invitational Meet where the varsity finished third. The team then went on to the Plano and Ar- lington Lamar meets where the Stallions finished fourth and sixth, respectively. The Stallions improved their record by taking home second place in the Lancaster Invitational Meet. The team had an outstanding perfor- mance, winning first place in the Trinity-UTA meet. The girls were then off to district. The team placed sec- ond, qualifying them for the regional meet. The girls gave their all and pulled off third place. Senior, Kim Cavender com- “There were times when team unity wasn't so great. But Coach Robertson straightened us out. And it got usto State.” — Gina Oakley mented, “The regional awards was the most exciting moment I have ever felt in my whole life. I will not forget that mo- ment, ever. I can picture it now — all the crying, scream- ing, and laughter was terrific!” The team’s goal finally came, the state meet in Austin. For many girls, this was their second year to compete in Austin, having gone to State the year before. The team finished tenth overall. “The state meet was ab- solutely the best thing that could ever happen to anybody! It’s an honor that I wish everybody could ex- perience ...,” remarked senior, Belinda Garza. The JV team performed well this season, also. The team placed either first or second in the seven meets in which it competed. Awards were: ALL DISTRICT — Gina Oakley, Jodi Blankenship; ALL REGION — Gina Oakley; ALL STATE -— Gina Oakley, Angie Garrison (Honorable Mention). New School Record Holder — Angie Garrison; New JV Record Holder — Rena Ybar- bo. Bonnie Bell Circle of Ex- cellence Award -— Gina Oakley, Angie Garrison, Rebecca Reyes (Honorable Mention), Rena Ybarbo (Honorable Mention). Coach Ben Robertson com- mented, “There is nothing like going to the top. Two years in a row really is proof of what hard work, desire, and positive attitudes can do. All the two-a-day and sometimes three-a-day workouts really seem to work for the chance to compete for the State Cham- pionship. It is an athletic ex- peri ence that will never be forgotten.” “The team always talked and prayed together before a meet. It was a hard season, but it paid off in the end.” Sheri Teer 261 “Coach Robertson has stuck by us by psyching us up before a meet and giving us confidence. Most of all he believed in us.” —— Roxanne Ericson Coach Robertson’s Track Team Proved to Have All of the Right Stuff It was all there — an ideal mixture of coaching, dedica- tion, and unity — and it paid off. For the girls’ track team, and Coach Ben Robertson, this mixture was what led the team to place no lower than fourth in any regular- season meet, including the Grand Prairie Relays, where both the varsity and JV teams captured first place. The girls were constantly encouraged by Coach Robertson to perform to the best of their ability. To most of the girls, Coach Robertson was not only a coach — he was a friend. “Everyone loves Coach Robertson. He’s like our se- cond dad. He would get our spirits up and help us run well. I'll really miss him after graduation,” com- mented senior Gina Oakley. “He always gives us little pep talks that really get everybody going. He spends so much time with us and he really cares. We all ap- preciate the time and effort that he has put into this season,” added freshman Melissa Kay. Another factor in the team’s success was the dedication to the group that each member gave. “A strong point of the team was the devotion of the girls and Coach ‘R’. If the girls had not have put in as much effort as they did we wouldn’t be where we are right now,” Christy Brown said. The team’s unity was a fac- tor that was felt by several of the members. By com- municating with and en- couraging each other, the girls’ track team was able to achieve success. “Our team is a family and that’s the fun of it. We’re close and we get along ... that’s why we're better,” said Gina Oakley. From the first meet the var- sity team finished near the top each time it competed. The North Garland Raider Relays were the team’s initial contest. There, they captured an impressive second place. The next week, at the Carl Norris meet, the team moved down slightly, taking fourth place. The Theo Rigsby meet pro- vided a chance for recovery for the girls’ track team. The varsity team took second place while the JV team received top honors — first place. The Grand Prairie Relays was the group’s most suc- cessful contest. Both the “We were close and we could talk to each other. When we worked out we all tried and we got better and better!” — Gina Oakley “We looked to the top and when we didn’t get there our attitude was just to look toward next year and hope for the best.” -— Kim Guyton —— PeLeAcCeEs { of Interest Season Record Meet Var. Raider Relays 2nd Carl Norris 4th Theo Rigsby 2nd Prairie Relays Ist Trinity Relays 2nd North Mesquite2nd Dr. Pepper 4th District 3rd Regional 9th | i Members of the girl’s Var- sity Track Team are: (row 1) Lisa Vanbriggle, Julie Luciani, Linda Campbell, Sheri Teer, Gina Oakley, Kim Cavender, Belinda Garza, Terri Carter, Stephanie Zimmerman, Angie Garrison. (row 2) Kielei Thompson, Melissa Kay, Shannon Watson, Alison Owens, Jodi Blankenship, Marla Wycoff, Lisa Patterson, Cindy Lamb, Jeanna Hall, Dina Sims. (row 3) Tonya Myers, Kerri Porter, Roxanne Eric son, Daenn Molen cupp, Jeanna Garvin, Mary Harwerth, Becky Reyes, Christy Gregory, Shirley Farris, Vickie Paugh. cehennse (row 4) Cindy Ferguson, Kerri Hallman, Lynette Conely, Teresa Molina, Sherry Baldwin, Shelley Farris, Teresa Henderson, Karen Bailey, Chong Lee, Patty Pound. (row 5) Charla Smith, Nona McCarter, Michelle McGinnis, Michelle Thomas, Tammy Crut- chfield, Lenora Acy, Rena Ybarbo, Tammy Oakley, Amy Wilson, Angie Tovey. (row 6) Tracy Rhodes, Jennifer Haas, Lori Weatherly, Margita Tangen, Elke Reichel, Leticia Martinez, Cinda Arthur, Ashley Boling, Connie Knox, Sharon Mills. (row 7) Coach Ben Robertson, Pat Roberts, Janet Carr, Shelley Walthall, Christy Bullock, Laura Mays, Leslie Nightingale, Brandy Winkfein. Marla Wycoff gives it all she’s got while trying to add to the team’s overall score. Shelley Farris prepares to hurl the shotput. Shelley later became a member of the All-District team. Sports 263 Varsity and JV Track teams prove to have the Right Stuff Varsity and JV track teams walked away with first place and a total of nine trophies. At both the Trinity Relays and the North Mesquite Relays, the varsity team finished in second place while the JV took its third and fourth first place wins. Nearing the end of the season, the girls traveled to Irving, competing in the Dr. Pepper meet. The varsity runners won fourth place. At the District meet, the varsity team took third place, enabling them to compete at the Regional meet. There, the team took ninth place — satisfactory but not high enough for the team to advance to the State meet. “Even though we didn’t go to State, I feel proud to tell everyone I’m a part of the NMHS track team. We did our best,” commented Christy Brown. Individual members of the team received numerous awards and honors. Angie Garrison set school records in both the 1600 and 3200 events. In the high jump Julie Luciani set the school record and Marla Wycoff, xim Cavender, Gina Oakley, and Angie Garrison set the record for the distance 264 Track medley relay. Julie Luciani earned a spot on the All-District team in three events and on the All- Region team in two events. Shelly Farris, Melissa Kay, and Mary Harwerth also were on the All-District team. Melissa Kay was elected to the All-State Honor Roll in the hurdle and long jump events, and Julie Luciani received the same honor in the hurdle and high jump events. The team chose Julie Lu- ciani as the recipient of the ‘Most Valuable Track Per- former award and Gina Oakley for the ‘Spirit and Leadership’ award. Lisa Pat- terson was chosen by Coach Robertson to receive the ‘Strider’ award. “The team was the most competitive it has been in the past four years,” Coach Robertson said, “In most every meet we were able to score in every event. The greatest compliment the team received was by college coaches who were impressed with the way the team prepared to compete. The girls were more dedicated than any other track team we’ ve had at NMHS.” Julie Luciani works to im- rove her high jump, an event in which she was plated on the All-State Honor Roll. Angie Garrison stti toward the finish to hel, D team place third at the distt meet. Julie Luciani performs in one of her best events, the high jump. Coach Ben Robertson, Amy Wilson, and Connie Knox watch the performance of the track team at the district meet. Members of the Girls’ JV Track Team Are: (row 1) Christy Brown, April Plunk, Carol Mc- Cullough, Rhonda Lemons, Emily Murdock, Shelly Costa, Christi Wells, Cindy Filmon. (row 2) Sonya Clark, Sondra Fisher, Sandra Bollier, Lissa Krahn, Julie Barron, Kim Guyton, Robin Collins, Tara McElwee, Erin Wilcots. (row 3) Ginger Jolley, Rhonda Nelson, Amy Flanked by her opponents, Mélissa Kay tries to move ahead in the hurdle event. Rice, Casey Rawls, Beverly Miller, Melissa Chaffee, Shelley Curry, Kelli Robertson. (row 4) Kelly Moore, Amy Harmon, Lariann Brede, Kellie Gunn, Carol Tobias, Karey Gunn, Angela Kuykendall, Georgia Petta. (row 5) Coach Ben Robertson, Kielei Thompson, Charla Smith, Tracy Rhodes, Joelle Roy, Jennifer Burros, Alisa Kozvolsky. Sports 265 Members of the boys’ track feam are: (row 1) Paul Mendoza, Alex Martin, Ed Baptista, Shawn Halfaker, Robert Jones, Larry Heath, Tim Ewton. (row 2) Mark Evans, Mike Ennis, Ben Floor, Raffaele Gaines, Bryan Mondy, Shawn Halverson, T. C. Dahlman. (row 3) Rodney Smith, Tommy Presley, Ken Kraft, Ronnie Aga, Jeff Walker, Troy Crawford, Mathew Varghese. (row 4) Wayne McKee, Corey Junell, Donnie Aga, John Robbins, Todd Bell, Tim Glasson, Jimmy Pena. (row 5) Todd Flentje, Daron Moore, Mark Dilodovico, Eric Fultz, Brian Ishmael, Brian Moore, David Henderson. + idee hy by, an pponent. from ‘North i Garland, Ken Craft. moves ler a | hurdle at ahaeanea PeLeAeCeEeS of Interest Meet Var. Raider Relays 3rd Theo Rigsby 5th Prairie Relays 3rd Mesquite Relays 5th N. Mesquite Relays 2nd Dr. Pepper 6th District 5th JV 2nd 2nd 3rd 2nd Bryan Mondy clears a hi dle at the ‘District meet, t which the varsity placed ce | | Eager to accumulate points for the team, Ronnie Aga tries to move ahead of runners from Lakeview and North Garland Daron Moore closes in on op- ponents from North Garland and Wilmer Hutchins. Nisappointed by an Unsuccessful Season, the Boys’ Track Team Began Layin ga Four “We were willing to try. We ay not have won, but we still ‘pt trying.” This statement ’ senior Mark Dilodovico flects the mood of the season t the boys’ track team. The first meet was the North irland Raider Relays, where e varsity team took third ace and the JV took second ace. The high places led the lim to believe that they were | aded for a successful season. e next meet, the Carl Norris lays, was a disappointment. ‘ither the varsity nor the JV Hiced in the meet. [he Theo Rigsby meet yved only to be slightly tpre of a success than the Carl ris meet. There, the varsity Hiced fifth.” The following week, the tim traveled to Grand Prairie, where it competed in the Grand Prairie Relays. The varsity team took third place and JV captured second. Across town at the Mesquite Relays, both the varsity and the JV teams fell back, taking fifth and third places, respetively. The advantage of competing “at home” proved useful at the North Mesquite Relays, where both teams placed second. The Dr. Pepper meet pro- vided another source of disap- pointment for the boys’ track team. There, the varsity team placed sixth. The JV team fail- ed to place. The team’s final meet was the District meet. The JV team did not place, while the var- sity team took fifth place. Individual team members performed well at the District meet, however. Mark Dilodovico was the runner-up in the 2-mile race and Gary Joe Kinne took the same honor in the shotput event. Raffaele Gaines was an alternate to the Regional meet. Although the team didn’t place high at most of its meets, it did receive a degree of satisfaction from knowing that they had given 100%. Also they took consolation in the knowledge that the founda- tion had been laid for an im- proved boys’ track team in the future. The addition of Coach Ed Mellado to the coaching staff, along with some promising athletes, led the team to expect a more successful season next dation year. “I feel this year was a great start to what someday can be a strongly competitive track team at North Mes- quite,” said Todd Bell. Members of the boys’ track team felt that the leadership of Coach Ed Mellado and Coach Gary Blair was important to the success the team did achieve. Mark Dilodovico commented: “Throug hout the season Coach Mellado and Coach Blair were able to keep us going even though we were feeling down. If they hadn't have been objective about our success, we probably wouldn't have been successful at all.” The coaches paid attention to details, right down to the team’s clothing, according to Corey Junell. “They got us some awesome sweats!” “The coaches got us together and made us believe in ourselves. They were good friends and we could talk to them about anything.” — Wayne McKee “This year has not been a real success if one looks at our records, but what the onlooker does not see is the seeds that have been planted for next year.” — Todd Bell “The team as a whole was improved over earlier years. We are a team of strong in- dividuals. 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172 Arthur, Curtis 112 Arthur, Jacinda 73, 172, 260 Artz, Amy 188, 242 Ash, Lisa 45, 73,95, 172 Ashmore, Amy 10, 101, 250 Ashmore, Carol 172, 231, 239 Ashton, Elizabeth 80, 95, 172 Ashton, Malcolm 188 Ashworth, Perry 158 Askue, Gerald 58, 188 Atkins, Madonna 158 Atkins, Mark 214, 215 Atkins, Paul 158 Attaway, Linda 58, 59, 121, 204, 209 Attaway, Vannah 106 Atterberry, Joe 315 Ausbrook, Jeff 188 Austin, Brad 90, 91, 188 Austin, Clara 188 Austin, David 91, 109 Austin, Lester 227 Austin, Michael 158, 227 Avery, Jennifer 59, 70, 143, 158 Avon, Traci 73, 95, 172 Axton, Tamara 188 Ayers, Carol 302 Ayo, Tim 30 Azcue, Debbie 73, 172 B Babb, Robert 58, 101, 118, 153, 155 Baber, Dwain 259 Baby Fae M-B Baccaleaureate 140 Bailey, Karen 81, 188 Bailey, Samuel 95 Bain, Cheryl 73, 95, 172 Baird, Kathy 188 Baker, David 181, 278 Baker, Lerolyn 188 Baker, Matthew 86, 131 Baker, Raymond 172 Baldwin, Sherry 48, 64, 70, 158 Ball, Denise 188, 214 Ball, Johnny 188 Ball, Kelly 250 Ball, Kimberly 188 Band 74-77 Bangs, Jeff 158 Bankert, Rebecca 80, 83, 172 Bankester, Amy 188 Banks, Latrena 158 Banks, Trenia 158 Bannister, Billy 158 Bannister, Darla 81, 87, 188 Bannister, Shelley 110 Bannister, Tammy 126 Baptista, Edward 59, 104, 188, 259, 266 Barakat, Dali 188 Barakat, Malek 172 Barber, Rodney 172 Barboza, James 64, 158 Barham, Tommy J 91, 107, 158 Barker, Mike 158 Barker, Steven 1, 126, 246 Barnes, Kenneth 108 Barnes, Kenny 204, 218, 227 Barnes, Randy 227, 264 Barnes, Shannon 158 Barnett, Peggy 149, 166, 204 Barr, Kenneth 172 Barrett, Danny 126 Barrett, Eddie 188 Barron, Julie 72, 95, 172 Barron, Timothy 108, 126 Barrow, Marjorie 126 Bartlett, Greg 172 Barton, Andy 158 Barton, David 172 Baseball 244-247 Basketball] 232-243 Batson, Melinda 180 Baxter, Heather 188 Baxter, Tracy 188 Beach Richard 158 Bealmear, Charles 172 Beam, Tamatha 106, 158 Beard, Angela 188, 193 Beard, Steven 90, 91, 172 Beasley, Chandra 64, 188 Beasley, Tina 173 Beaty, Anthony 188 Beauchamp, Joe 188 Beaupre, Genevieve 188 Becerra, Raymond 158 Beck, Shannon 12, 72, 95, 173 Beckham, Steven 91 Beddow, Brian 173, 220, 248 Bednarski, Richard 90, 91, 188 Beeler, Charlotte 111 Beeson, James 126, 156 Bell, Andre 59, 158 Bell, Todd 64, 158, 266, 267 Bellew, Stephen 158 Bellows, Kenneth 188 Belshe, Todd 173, 220, 221 Benavides, Gloria 58, 101, 204 Benavides, Diana 158 Benavides, Johnny 112, 126 Bender, Laura 12, 59, 173 Bennett, Gay 46, 204 Bennett, Lori 106, 158 Benoit, Shannon 173 Bentley, Michelle 59, 70, 71, 158, 234 Berg, Carol 59, 188 Bertrand, Steve 173 Beyer, Robert 188 Bhatt, Nilam 173 Biggs, Paul 64, 173 Bill, Jonathan 90, 91, 158 Bilyeu, Angela 188 Biredick, Tina 188 Birdsong, Maggie 204 Birkner, Antje 21, 59, 126, 254 Bishop, Darrell 108 Bishop, Tammy 64, 188, 283 Bittenbender, Kerri 59, 86, 173, 257 Black, Thai 200 Blackman, Darla 188, 231 Blackmon, Sherri 173 Blackstone, Ginger 75, 78, 79, 110, 159 Blackwell, Garry 244, 246 Blackwell, Henry 173 Blain, Christopher 64, 173 Blair, Gary 113, 205, 221 Blair, Jeffrey 112, 113, 159, 218, 227 Blakeney, Deborah 173 Blakney, Deborah 51, 110, 126 Blankenship, Jodi 173, 260 Blanton, Scott 173 Blaylock, Alfred 188 Blaylock, Shaun 221 Blaylock, Susan 159, 231 Blaylock, Victor 188 Blevins, Lisa 33, 52, 110, 126, 155, 290 Bloodworth, DaNuane 205, 211 Blue, Sammy 175 Blue, Sherry 33, 52, 63, 101, 102, 126, 156, 199, 274, 320 Blunt, Larry 126 Board of Trustees 205 Boaz, William 106, 126 Bobbitt, Mike 188 Bobo, Heath 32, 112, 126, 146, 222, 227, 306 Bohn, Michael 159, 213, 218, 227 Boling, Ashley 188 Boling, Gregory 59, 126 Bollier, John 59, 173 Bollier, Sandra 188 Bolton, David 90, 91, 173 Bolton, Steven 61, 159 Bond, Sherry 188, 242 Bongs, Rodney 188 Booker, Calvin 29, 90, 173 Booker, Kevy 188 Booker, Marlin 173 Booth, James 173 Booth, Robert 86, 126, 306 Bordon, Nancy 205 Boshart, Tracey 73, 95, 173 Bostick, Candace 173 Bouck, Greg 59, 173 Bowden, Joe 188, 221 Bowden, Stacey 95 Bowdoin, David 188, 221,245 Bowdoin, Peggy 16, 205 Bowers, Lawrence 188, 221 Bowery, Evan 188 Bowman, Cathy 188 Bowman, Debbie 188 Bowman, Mark 159 Boyd, Matt 91, 188 Boyd, Neely 75, 78, 79, 83, 86, 9,110,126 Boys Cross Country 258-259 Boys Freshman Basketbali 256-257 Boys J.V. Basketball 136-237 Boys Track 264-265 Boys Varsity Basketball 132-235 Brabham, Paul 188 Bradbury, James 173 Bradbury, Lauren 78, 101, 159 Bradbury, Paul 108, 126 Braden, Sue 162, 163, 205 Bradford, Rebecca 91, 159 Brading, Lee 58, 112, 173 Bradley, Cathy 205, 211 Bradley, Susan 29, 173 Brady, Brad 173 Bragg, Steve 205, 221, 248, 249 Bragham, Paul 221 Branson, Julie 188 Brashier, Kernie 19, 107,126 Brayles, Chris 188 Hrs Brede, Lariann 173 Breed, Elizabeth 7, 86, 126 Brennan, Dawn 72, 110,173 Brents, Kelli 107, 126, 273 Brest, Jerald 159 Brest, Pamela 188 Brewer, Robby 83, 85, 159 Brigham, Tamala 173 Bright, Glenn 87, 183 Bright, Pamela 110, 126 Brink, Tisha 78, 126, 159, 163 Brinkley, James 205, 214 Brockman, Kurt 52, 58, 62, 63, 112, 126, 290 Brooks, Clarence 64, 127 i Brooks, Jenifer 59, 188 Brooks, Julie 11, 95, 110, 127, 305 Broome, Lisa 159 Broumley, Frankie 173 Brown, Andrew 159 Brown, Brian 188 Brown, Christi 188 | Brown, Christopher 127 Brown, David 189 Brown, George 173 Brown, Jason 188, 221 Brown, Karlene 86, 87, 189 { Brown, Kevin 184 : Brown, Lewis 173 Brown, Melynda 173 i Brown, Monti 159, 227,246 Brown, Randall 127 Brown, Richard 189, 220 Brown, Teri 173, 231 Brown, Troy 188 Brown, William 188 Browne, Michael 221 Browne, Richard 173 eta | Browning, John 81 i Broyles, Carol 173, 283 Bruce, Carrie 9, 80, 83, 95,101, | 104, 173 | Bruffy, Christy 174 { Bryan, Greg 174 Bryant, Janet 59, 127, 254, 288 Bryant, Kim 159 Bryant, Toby 189 Buchheit, Tammie 73, 80, 95, 174 Hit} Buck, Donna 174 Buck, Jackie 59, 174 i Buckley, Tonya 91, 174,189 _ Buckley, William 108, 159 Buckner, Cheryl 127 K Buckner, Elisabeth 80,174 Buckworth, Keith 58 tet 4 Buitron, Lisa 58, 80,174 Bullard, Keith 159 i Bullock, Kristie 73, 95, 174 Bunger, David 108, 159 Bunger, Michael 174, 181 Burcham, Lisa 80, 174 Burchfield, Deborah 75, 77 86, 87, 89, 103, 127 Burden, Brian 189 Burgan, David 42, 99, 159, 7,317 Burgess, Michelle 189 Burgess, Teresa 189 Burk, James 174 renee j Butler, Pamela 159 f ' Burkett, Ronald 174, 181 Burkey, Patsy 101, 189 Burkey, Tammy 174 Burkhalter, Susie 59, 174 Burkhart, Wendy 95, 189 Burkheimer, Sandra 90, 91, 93, 159 Burnett, Glenda 112 Burnett, Janice 174 Burnett, Jimmy 148 Burnett, Patricia 174 Burns, Charles 189 Burns, Kelly 106, 127 | Burns, Tracy 189 | Burross, Jennifer 189 ) Burton, Rhonda 58, 67, 95, 174 | Burton, Richard M-B Busby, Sherri 70, 159 Business Law Trip 34-35 | Bussey, Donald 60, 159, 218 Bustamante, Kimberly 189 Butler, Dwayne 101, 159 Butler, Julie 57, 86, 89, 127 | Butler, Lara 86, 132, 174 Byrum, Sherrie 159 Cagni, Chad 189 I Cain, James 51, 58, 127 Cain, Leslie 86, 88, 101, 174 } Cain, Robert 189 | Calhoun, Paige 87, 174 } Calverly, Jill 59, 189 | (Calvert, Charles 190 | Campbell, John 140, 205 Campbell, Linda 128, 303 mpbell, Mark 108, 174 Campbell, Warren 189 -|Sampos, Edward 107, 174 “angas, Jaime 128 cannaday, Dustin 174, 221 )-annaday, Paul 36, 42, 51, 112,128, 156, 224, 227, 234 -anty, Maura 190 -apps, Angela 106 “apps, Donna 205, 238 pps, Melissa 190 Caraway, Leslie 190 Jaraway, Patricia 159, 174 ardenas, Cesar 159 arder, Jeanie 72,95, 242 Varney, Jason 190 varney, Lisa 174 _|'arpenter, Scott 91 arr, Janet 190 y | arr, Lisa 110, 128 arroll, Ellen 56, 101, 123, 159 arter, Damon 90, 91, 190 | | arter, Dennis 190 _ }arter, Kimberley 107, 128 _ arter, Lisa 75, 101,110, 174 _ | arter, Sammy 159 jarter, Sharon 78, 79, 83, 110, FP} 128 arter, Steven 190 _jarter, Teresa 49,70, 159 arver, Julie 174 arver, Kelly 190 } jarver, Wendi 58, 64, 101, | 128,155, 300 _jarwile, Jerrese 81, 83, 110, - | 190 jary, Melanie 190 ' |asaburri, Angelo 105 _ jasey, Holley 95, 190 }asey, Wendy 159 Cassady, Larry 190 Cast, Laurie 72, 95, 174 Cast, Paul 159 Castile, Elizabeth 59, 78, 159 Cathey, Paul 174 Caton, John 128 Causey, Robin 110, 190 Cave, Roger 78, 128, 218 Cavender, Kimberly 26, 30, 34,128, 292 Cepak, Robert 174 Cervantes, Richard 190, 221 Chaffee, Melisa 73, 174 Chambers, Charles 190 Chambers, Mark 159 Chambers, Rodney 190 Chapa, Patrick 59, 190 Chapin, Rodney 248 Chapman, Brian 190, 221 Chapman, Carla 128 Chapman, Beth 128 Chapman, Todd 106, 128, 274 Chappell, Greg 190 Chappell, Tracy 128 Chappell, Warren 174 Charles, Carrie 64, 190 Chauvin, Ron 205 Cheerleaders 66-69 Chenault, Michael 159 Chennault, Mark 159 Cherian, Shiney 174 Childress, Gary 27, 206, 222, 224, 226 Chisenhall, Damon 108, 174 Choir 78-81 Christian, Jenny 190 Chritian, Beverly 110 Chumbley, Angela 91, 190 Chung, Hwa 190 Chung, Yeon 174 Cintron, James 75, 83, 87, 174 Clark, Kelly 190 Clark, Lori 129 Clark, Melissa 59, 86, 159 Clark, Patricia 190 Clark, Paula 101, 174 Clark, Craig 128 Clark, Renee 206 Clark, Sonya 190 Clayton, Nina 110, 129, 284 Clem, Sherree 190 Clements, Kelly 190 Clements, Leigh 70, 159 Clevenger, John 91 Clevenger, Mary 174 Clevenger, Shala 73, 175 Clifford, Price 206, 224, 227 Closing 316-319 Clouse, Robert 101 Clower, John 175, 227 Clowning Around 136 Clutter, Cheri 64, 175 Cocker, Mamie 64 Cockes, Shelley 95, 101, 175 Coffey, Mike 206 Coffman, David 129 Cogan, Dalla 59, 175 Cohen, Melissa 107, 129 Cohen, Michael 111,175 Coker, Jamie 190, 221 Coker, Joanie 190 Coker, Rhonda 129 Cole, Clay 107, 111, 129, 257 Cole, Troy 175, 214, 215 Colgrove, Laurie 30, 86, 87, 110,175 Collins, Gary 190 Collins, Keith 108 Collins, Michael 5, 42, 112, 129, 146, 224, 225, 227, 246 : ee Collins, Robin 175 Collins, Robin 283 Collins, Thomas 190 Collis, Christopher 190 Colophon Book endsheet Colwill, Gary 78 Colwill, Jesse 190 Combs, Shelly 70, 106 Computers 194-195 Comstock, Brent 81, 190, 221 Conely, Lynnette 48, 70, 129, 292 Conely, Steven 190, 221 Conger, Christopher 59, 190 Congleton, Christie 190, 242 Conine, Sandra 206 Conley, Jennifer 51,175 Conner, Bradley 90, 91,175 Contreras, Cesar 190, 193 Cook, Andy 190, 218, 221 Cook, Brenda 190 Cook, Catrina 190 Cook, Heidi 9, 72, 95,175 Cook, Katrese 87, 191 Cook, Kimberly 191 Cooksey, Denise 110, 129 Cooley, Carol 98, 206 Coons, Amy 190 Cooper, Christina 175 Cooper, Leslie 175 Cooper, Michelle 107, 175 Cooper Xan 59, 67, 95, 99,175 Copelir, James 315 Corder, Christopher 190 Cordero, Melissa 129 Cormier, Jennifer 175 Cornelius, Julie 129 Cornelius, Leta 206 Cornue, Steve 190 Cornue, Tracy 159 Coronado, Lori 191 Cortez, Carrie 29, 58 Costa, Brian 129, 156 Costa, E175 Cothran, Theresa 64 Cotner, Charles 108 Cott, Donald 29, 90,91, 113 Cott, Randy 129, 259 Couch, Donna 175 Couch, Sgt. 90, 93 Coulson, Scott 120 Council, Tom 79, 80, 206 Coursey, Cathy 191, 242 Coursey, Chris 129 Cowan, Kimberly 33, 64, 70, 129,155 Cox, Jamie 104, 175 Cox, Wendy 81, 191 Coxwell, Sean 191 Cozby, Clifford 91,191 Cozby, Joe 91 Cozby, Tammy 175 Crabtree, Lisa 191 Crabtree, Stephen 87,79, 191 Craft, Kenneth 12, 26, 40, 42, 44,129, 258, 259, 266, 296 Cramming 128 Cran fill, Cari 64, 191 Crawford, Troy 26, 227 Crenshaw, Ben 175 Crisweil, Brad 191 Crocker, Tracy 110 Crockett, Keith 105, 129 Crockett, Kristen 64, 70,101, 129, 297 Crooks, Charles 175 Cross, Ben 206, 208 Cross Country 258-261 Cross, Sean 191 Crosswhite, Mandi 194 Crow, Ronald 191 Crowley, Susan 64 Crum, Christia 81, 191 Crump, Corrina 191 Crumrine, Michael] 175 Crutchfield, Tammy 191 Cuff, Ronda 64 Saiperpey Cynthia 59, 79, J Cunby, Susan 206 Cummings, Donald 175 Cummings, James 129 Curamings, Lisa 191 Cummings, Sammy 64 Cunningham, Wesley 191, 221 Curfew Excuses 176 Currey, Kelly 107, 129,274 Curry, Trey 129, 302 Curry, Shelley 175, 260 Curtis, Laura 81, 191 Curtis, Matthew 129, 302 D Daily Laughs 139 Dallmann, Theodore 191, 266 Dalton, James 91, 191 Dalton, Kristy 107, 129 Daniel, Julie 64,175 Daniel, William 175 Daniels, Ron 95, 206 Darnell, Mary 129 Daugherty, Lance 175 Davenport, Damon 175 Daves, Tara 87, 101, 110, 161 Davidson, Scott 90, 91, 175, 186 Davis, Brody 191, 221 Davis, Camille 191 Davis, Jeff 130 Davis, Jennifer 191, 231, 242 Davis, J.J.113 Davis, Kevin 175 Davis, Kimberly 58, 118, 130, 155, 299 Davis, Mary 175 Davis, Rick 206 Davis, Shane 191, 22] Davis, Stacey 58, 175 Davis, Stephanie 107, 231 Davis, Stephen 58, 130, 156 Davis, Tracie 175 Davis, Wendy 75, 101, 161 DE 106 Day, Sheila 175, 250, 260 Day, Sherry 206 Deal, Courtney 14, 86, 101, 161 Deaton, Debbie 206, 213, 230, 231 Decker, Debra 64, 70, 161, 250 Decker, Pamela 175, 250 Dedication 16-17 Deets, Dianna 11, 32, 67, 112, 130 Deininger, Michael 175 Delay, James 161, 234 Deltoro, Isaac 108, 130, 303 Demerer, James 108 Deniger, Todd 175 Dennis, Cynthia 112, 161 Dennis, James 130, 227 Dennis Lavonne 200 Dennis, Treva 283 Dennis, Vaxton 283 Denny, Angelia 161 Denny, John 130 Denton, Brent 101 Denton, Brian 161 Departmenta) Awards 157 Derrick, Sandra 161 Devoy, Stephen 194 Dewolfe, Marvin 191 Dial, Danica 130 Dial, Daryl 191 Dial, David 130 Diaz, jose 108 Diaz, Laura 86, 130 Diaz, Norton 113,191, 221 Dickey, Amy 67, 95, 191 Dickinson, Melissa 72, 95 Dilodovico, Mark 130, 258, 266, 267 Dittman, Jerrell 191 Dixon, Susan 161 Doane, Jeffery 59,191 Doane, Philip 58, 227 Doleshal, Robert 78, 79, 130 Dona, Delayne 161, 232, 234 Dona, Diana 210, 214, 215, 238, 239 Donaldson, Debra 107, 130 Donaldson, Dee-Dee 191 Donato, Philip 108 Donohue, Trent 191 Dooley, Rebecca 19] Dooley, Tami 78, 79, 82, 161 Doolin, Janeen 161 Doolin, Jimmy 90,91, 191 Doolin, M.191 Dosier, Chris 217, 218 Dotson, Robert 191 Dotson, Valerie 110, 130 Doty, Albert 161 Doughty, Suzanne 112 Douglas, Wesley 191 Dove, Scott 108, 161 Drama 82-85 Drasny, Dawn 106, 161 Hoan Tammy 58, 64, 95, 191 Drill Team 70-73 Drivers Ed 180-181 Drummone, Lisa 59, 107 Dubose, Charles 161,227 Dubose, Darrell 220 Duck, Robert 161, 234 Duckworth, James 191, 221 Duckworth, Keith 191 Dugan, Cora 104,119, 206 Duggan, James 191, 218, 221 Duke, Bobby 91 Duke, Don 206 Duke, Donna 105 Dulaney, Chris 130 Dumerer, James 161 Dunaway, Christopher 191 Duncan, Brian 90, 91, 191 Duncan, George 192 Dunn, James 59, 192, 221 Dunn, Jennifer 72, 95,99 Dunn, John 192, 221 Dunn, Lorrie 106 Dunn, Patty 205 Dunne, Virginia 18, 83, 130 E Eagle, Loretta 16] Eames, Timothy 192 Eardley, Victoria 161 Earley, Benny 106 Early Dismissals 169 Earp, Shauna 28, 29,59, 84,95 Easley, Bryan 283 ree Shelley 10,101, 161, Eastus, Andrew 106 Eaton, Bruce 90, 91, 192 Eaton, Doris 206 Echols, James 7, 130 Echols, Kristy 72 Eddy, Michelle 86, 161 Editors 320 Edmundson, Chery! 78, 79, 82, 161 Edmundson, Deborah 80, 81, 83,192, 193, 234 Edwards, Christine 7, 130, 155 Edwards, John 130, 227, 288 Edwards, Kevin 108, 161 Edwards, Leigh 64, 192 Edwards, Lori 59,75 Edwards, Randall 1614 Ehrig, Richard 57, 206 Elder, Eric 192, 221 Elder, Mary 64, 161 Eldweas, Pam 91 Ellerbrock, Michael 192 Elliott, Kevin 161 Elliott, Mark 192 Ellis, Darren 108 Ellis, Michael 22) Ellis, Sharon 86, 130 Ellis, Sophia 192, 229, 231 Ellis. William 130, 257 Elrod, Joe 90, 91, 130 Elsey, Claire 51, 64, 130, 271 Eltrich, Tomra 161 Elwell, Kevin 161 Embarrassing Moments 165 Embrey, James 51, 130, 246 Engelhardt, Kathy 192 Ennis, Michael 192, 266 Enriquez, Damon 58 Erickson, Roxanne 131, 262 Espinosa, Serigo 59, 192 Essman, Kara 192, 231 Estill, Tracie 58, 59, 70, 161 Ethridge, Holly 81, 192 Etter, Kerrylea 14, 80, 83, 104 Eudy, Danny 90, 91, 161, 192 Evans, Amy 81 Evans, Darrel 95, 161 Evans, Mark 266 Evans, Mary 192 Evans, Stacie 78, 79, 161 Everett, Debra 161 Everett, Raymond 107 Ewing, Kimberly 192 Ewton, John 164, 266 Exchange Students 20-21 Ezelle, Tim 90, 91, 131 F Faciane, Kevin 131, 248 Faculty 204-211 Fahey, Brian 107, 161 Falk, Avery 90,91, 161 Farina, Daniel 192 Farley, Glenn 161 Farley, Joseph 137, 194 - Farmer, Jan 95, 161 Farmer, Terry 90, 91 Farnand, Kimberly 59, 192 Farnsworth, Dena 49, 60, 70, 72,131, 287 Farr, Jeff 131 Farris, David 64, 131, 227 Farris, Earnie 221 Farris, Shelley 67, 161, 263 Farris, Shirley 67, 158, 161 FCA 113 FCM lil Favorite Hang Out 24-25 Faulkner, Wendy 131 Feemster, Lisa 73, 95 Feemster, Richard 192 Feinglas, Jeffrey 112, 161, 218, 227 Fellers, James 161, 192 Fellers, Jason 90 Fenner, Marie 33 Fenstermacher, James 91, 161 Fenstermacher, Jay 90, 91, 192 Fergason, Marc 216, 217 Ferguson, Cynthia 161 Ferrara, Cynthia 59, 67,99, 101 Ferraro, Geraldine M-B Ferrell, Jennifer 91 Fetty, Richard 192, 221 FHA 64-65 Field, Shannon 57, 95 Fields, Tammy 81 Filmon, Cindy 81, 192 Finch, Lisa 192 Finch, Ryan 95, 161 Finklea, Ben 131 Fisher, Brent 58, 131, 227, 270 Fisher, Carmela 64, 131, 286 Fisher, Kathy 57, 161 Fisher, Sondra 58 Fitzgerald, Brian 132, 227, 246, 278 Fitzgerald, Judy 206 Five Minutes 22-23 Fleming, John 106 Flentje, Todd 131, 259, 266 Fletcher, Celia 206 Fletcher, Jennifer 73, 95, 250 Flint, Cheri 192 Flint, Christi 192 Floor, Benjiman 220, 266 Flores, Belinda 161 Flores, Car] 161 Flowers, Ann 112, 113, 206 Flowers, Pamela 192 Floyd, Donnie 220 Floyd, Kimberly 64, 161 Fogarty, John M-E Foley, Tina 192 Football 220-227 Ford, Charles 221 Forman, Cydney 64, 131 Forman, Dorothy 131 Formosa, Manuel 192 Fornero, John 87, 192, 218, 221 Foshee, Jr. Jackie 104, 192 Foster, Becky 33 Foster, C. 192 Foster, Felix 131 Foster, Jimmy 192 Foster, Jon 75 Foster, Kelly 59, 132 Foster, Mark 95, 192 Foster, Mary 33 Foster, Matthew 94, 95, 132 Foster, Melinda 192 Foster, Ross 161, 248 Foster, Scott 161, 222, 227 Foster, Stephen 192 Fothergill, Scott 192, 221 Fothergill, Stephanie 96 Fowler, Warren 96, 97 Fox, Lincoln 192 Francis, Richard 192 Franks, Steven 59, 161 Franz, Timothy 214 Frazier, Carl 106 Free, Eric 192 Freernan, Lisa 192 Freeman, Sean 192 French Club 59 French, Damon 132 Freshman Baseball 244-245 Freshman Class Officers 189 Freshman Favorites 190-191 Freshman Football 220-221 Frichette, Eric 161 Friddle, Clarissa 161 Fristoe, Sherilyn 161 Frith, Aaron 86, 101 Frith, Jason 58, 192, 248 Frith, Roger 206 Fuler, Brent 75, 87 Fuller, Julie 101, 161 Fuller, Tammy 47, 192 Fulton, George 192 Fultz, Eric 113, 266 Furman, Rebecca 161 Furr, Michelle 228, 231 Fyffe, Deborah 70, 160, 161, 183 Gagliardo, Clinton 110 Gaines, Raffaele 23, 132, 266 Gambill, Christie 192 Gamblin, Alysia 62, 63, 101 Garber, Lagailia 161 Garcia, Cathy 70, 161, 250, 251 Garcia, Dina 161, 211, 238, 239 Garcia, Michell 91, 192 Gardner, David 161, 244 Gardner, David 220 Gardner, Michael 192 Gardner, Tabitha 90, 91, 161 Gardner, Wendy 192 Garnett, Jeffrey 108, 132 Garrison, Donna 161 Garrison, Angie 161, 260, 261, 264 Garvin, Jeanna 192, 260 Garza, Belinda 11, 37, 124, 132, 156 Garza, David 31, 260 Garza, Johnny 64, 161 Gassman, Ivan 218 Gassman, Sean 161, 218, 227 Gassway, Carla 206 Gates, Laurie 58, 73,95 Gatlin, Melinda 70, 16] Gaultney, Grant 31, 224, 227 Gay, Forace 64 Gensler, Cindy 110, 132, 305 Gentry, Brian 248, 249 Gentry, Dale 192 Gentry, Scott 161 Gentry, Steven 64, 132 German Club 57 Gerold, Stewart 108 Ghafur, Leila 107, 127, 132, 302 Ghafur, Sara 95 Gibson, John 90, 91 Gibson, Raye 206 Giddens, James 161, 218 Giddens, Williams 161 Gilbert, John 132, 227 Gilbreath, Jackie 113 Gillispie, Steve 101 Girls Cross Country 260-261 Girls Freshman Baseball 242-243 Girls J.V. Basketball 242-243 Girls Track 262-263 Girls Varsity Basketball 238-241 Gist, Chris 15, 29, 83, 85, M-G Glasson, Timothy 113, 266 Glenn, Timothy 161, 248 Glenn, Vickie 115, 206 Gloden, Brian 1 15, 206 Gloden, Brian 99, 224, 227 Gloden, Jeffrey 112, 132, 232, 233, 234, 23 Glover, Ronald 132, 273 Going Places 196 Golf 216-217 Gondol, Becky 58, 73, 95, 101 Gonzales, Mechelle 64, 132 Gonzales, Stephanie 110 Gonzalez, Christopher 62, 63, 90,91 Gonzalez, Patricia 292 Good, Gregory 99, 218, 221 Good, Jeffery 59, 218, 221 Goode, Cynthia 37, 59, 64, 67, 68, 98, 99, 101, 103, 132, 155 Goodell, Amy 161 Goodell, Emily 161 Goodman, Dianna 133, 273 Goodman, Misti 242 Goodman, Susan 59, 250 Goolsby, Kenneth 59 Goss, Karla 86, 110 Gotthardt, John 51, 104, 133, 154,155 Gouge, Jeff 105, 161 Grady, Warren 59 Graduation 50-53 Graduating Juniors 162-163 Graham, Bart 144, 257 Graham, Karen 98, 103, 133, 155, 298 Graham, Michael 161 Graham, Pat 206 Grant, Amy M-E Grant, Kenneth 133, 223, 227, 297 Grant, Robyn 214 Gray, Deanna 110, 133, 155, 305 Gray, Linda 7, 64, 96, 112, 133, 296 Gray, Renay 29, 72, 95, 98 Gray, Sandra 206, 317 Green, Jimmy 64, 133 Green, Regina 91, 178 Green, Stacy 90, 93, 133 Greer, Deborah 87 Greer, Tracey 64, 161 Gregory, Christy 72, 95, 178 Grenier, Marie 178 Greske, Lisa 178 Griffin, Helen 206 Griffin, John 59, 162 Griffin, John 59, 162 Griffin, Lewis 133, 227 Griffith, Rebecca 162, 214 Grigor, David 133 Grimes, Kimberly 106, 162 Grinstead, Dana 81 Groblewski, Patricia 72, 80, 95,178 Grubb, Greg 162 Guerra, Vincent 58, 64, 112, 133 Gulley, Bart 178, 214,215, 245 Gunn, Karey 260 Gunn, Kellie 192, 260 Gustin, Troy 58, 178 Gustof, David 106, 133 Gustof, Pamela 58, 72, 95, 178 Guy, Melany 35, 64,70, 101, 133, 155 Guynn, Maj 90, 93, 206 Guyton, Kimberley 107, 178, 262 Guzman, Rolando 10, 94, 95, 178 Haas, Jason 133, 193 Haas, Jennifer 59, 242 Haberer, Barrett 10, 42, 43, 64, 67,99, 100, 101, 133, 146, 153, 155, 299 H Haberer, Miles 36, 100,133, | 217, 233, 234, 235, 298 ae |) Haddock, Jason 101, 110, 193 Haeussler, Amy 162 Hagar, David 162 i Hagar, Tracy 105, 133 i Hagins, Brandon 178 { Halbert, Priscilla 70, 133,297 Hale, Stacey 58, 59,72, 95, 178 Haley, Elizabeth 58, 101, 104, | 133,153 Haley, Janet 178 Haley, Regina 193 Halfaker, Shawn 193, 266 Hall, Alison 107, 133 Hall, Andrea 107, 162 Hall, Jeanna 72, 95, 178 Hall, Kimberly 178, 193 s Hall, Kimberly 64 Hall, Michael 178 Hall, Michaela 110, 133, 156, | 273 I Hall, William 78,79, 83,95, | 110, 128, 162 Hallman, Kerri 133 i Hallman, Michael 162 I Halverson, Eric 113, 178 Halverson, Shawn 266 | Hamby, William 162 | Hamilton, Christopher 14, 99, 112, 124, 133, 288, 246 | Hamilton, D’Juan 193 | Hamilton, Deedra 193 { Hamilton, Hurshell 193 Hamilton, Kimberly 64, 193 Hamilton, Robert 101, 134 Hamilton, Shannon 193 Hammar, Michael 162 Hammonds, Clyde 315 Hampton, Chad 108, 134, 287 Hampton, Kristi 193, 242 Handeland, Michelle 178 Haney, Mandy 178 Hanson, Brandon 193 Hanson, Shelly 75, 193 Hanus, Sherry 134, 298, 396 Hanvey, Pete 91 Harbour, Deena 58, 162, 250 © Hardin, Debbie 162 Hargis, Kelley 134, 248, 249, — 286 Hargrave, Stefanie 59,75, 162 Harmon, Amy 178 Harmon, Susie 106, 134 | Harmon, Vernon 162 | Harper, Cherrie 90, 91, 162 ; Harper, Cheryl 80 1 Harris, Andrea 70, 86, 87, 101, 134 Harris, Cassandra 162 Harris, Clinton 134 Harris, Kelli 108, 162 Harris, Kristin 64, 178 Harris, Kyra 178 Harris, Melissa 86, 162 Harris, Michelle 23, 193 Harris, Sheryl! 64, 178 Harris, Stacy 193 Harris, Tammy 110, 162 Harris, Tim 206 Hart, Christi 42,67,162 Hart, Dennis 206, 223,227 | Hart, Robby 193 Be | Hartman, Chery! 48, 49, 101, | 162, 176 : Hartman, Rhonda 134, 299 | 1 {| | i} I i i M ‘Hartsfield, Beth 110, 134, 280 | Hartsfield, Bradley 193 | Harwell, David 134 Harwell, Richard 39, 75, 86, 162 darwerth, Mary 81, 83, 193, | 242 i Jarwerth, Victoria 80, 87, 162 Jasse, Jane 178 Hastion, Kim 110 Jatfield, Joseph 105, 162 jJawkins, Annette 58, 162, 258 Hawkins, Brian 178 fawkins, Linda 193 | Hawkins, Starla 162 Hayden, Donna 72, 95, 178 F ayden, Donnell 162, 233, | 234 | layden, Tina 162 ‘layes, Shanté 64, 70, 134 ‘aynes, Chana 62, 63, 70, 162 leaps, Amy 95, 194 learn, Amy 194 fearn, Phillip 101, 162 ‘feath, Denice 64, 162 feath, Dianna 107, 134 th, Larry 194, 266 ebert, Kyle 75, 178 CE 107 edgpeth, Cynthia 72, 80, 95, 101 178 _ eflin, Ginger 194 | efner, William 64, 162, 246 eight, Katrina 178 | jeight, Trevina 64, 194 _jenderson, David 113, 178, 266 ‘enderson, Edna 134 _ -enderson, Kathy 35, 64, 70, |) 134,M-G lendricks, Randall 134, 222, 1297 -jennig, Lora 134 jenrie, Lee 67,95, 194 enry, Kristi 194 anry, Wesley 194 epburn, Rhonda 64 d, Billy 194 =rnandez, Adam 194 _ jernandez, Fabian 194 ernandez, Johnny 194, 221 srnandez, Louis 112, 162, 222, 227 es: Rebecca 58,72, 78 srnandez, Terry 194, 231 ornandez, Tina 64 ‘tnandez, Tracey 134, 274 rnandez, Vanessa 194 ' | rron, Kyle 194 | rtz, Hunter 106, 134 _ |ster, Andrew 178 _| ttick, Mildred 33 _ | tzel, Carolyn 206 _ tzer, Connie 101, 209 jurtin, Deborah 75, 134, 143 “key, Leslie 184 tks, Jack 205 ‘ks, John 209, 246 ‘ks, Michael 178 iden Talents 186 _;ginbotham, Keith 105, 34, 178, 227, 246 iginbothom, Chris 245 ‘} burn, Rhonda 73, 95, 178 I |, Christi 106, 134 , Christie 162 , Deanna 178 , Greg 194 Hill, Jessie 194 Hill, Lex 178 Hiller, Noma 33 Hiller, Pamela 134, 165, 238, 239, 241, 273 Himjes, Rhonda 73, 95, 178 Hindman, Robert 58, 179 Hinshaw, Richard 75, 184 Hipp, Deanna 78, 131, 134 Hipp, Yvonne 194 Hiser, Amy 194 Hiser, Lisa 162 Hiser, Michael 179 Hitt, Diron 134, 227, 246, 247 Hitt, Randall 162 Hoang, Hong 194 Hobbies 210-211 Hobbs, Renee 23, 107, 135 HOCT 107 Hoffman, Richard 209 Hoffman, Tabitha 194 Hogan, Franklin 279 Hogan, Kimberly 162 Hogue, Daymion 193, 194 Hogue, Sharon 87, 89,194 Holbrook, Holli 64, 193, 194, 234 Holden, Stephen 179 Holgan, Brian 194 Holland, Jo 58, 209 Holland, Larry 19, 64, 98, 112, 135, 227, 300 Holland, Sybee 80, 113, 162 Hollaway, Lance 194 Holley, Jim 94, 95, 101, 162, 179 Holley, Kimberly 72, 95 Hollingsworth, Beth 209 Hollingsworth, Wade 194, 221 Hollowman, Darron 179 Holloman, Julie 59, 179 Holloway, Deann 59, 101, 135, 155 Holloway, Lance 221, 280 Holt, John 179 Holt, Stacy 64, 163, 246 Holt, Thomas 194 Homecoming 10-11 Hookings, Scott 194 Hopkins, Bryon 81, 194 Hopkins, Gary 91, 179 Hopkins, Paula 179, 194 Hopkins, Phillip 81, 194 Hopkins, Steven 179, 243, 245 Hopkins, Wayne 108, 163 Hornbuckle, Michael 194 Horton, Katherina 19, 39, 107, 163 Horton, Oleta 33 House Boys 72, 116-117 HOSA 108 Hosek, Robbin 78, 135 Houpt, Chuck 18, 42, 135, 217, 227 Houpt, Kyle 162, 227 Houser, Cheryl 58, 64, 135, 290 Houston Band Trip 38-39 Houston, Jace 179 Howell, Donna 194 Hoyt, Michael 135, 259, 300 Hubacek, Andy 59 Hubacek, Thomas 58, 59, 101, 104, 135, 155, 297 Hubik, Joseph 179 Huckabee, Pamela 73, 95, 179 Hudson, Andreana 163 Hudson, Andreana 163 Hudson, Donoven 39, 75, 163 Hudson, Jaavier 194 Hudson, Patricia 135 Hughes, Rebecca 163 Hulach, Andy 194 Hulsey, Al 194, 221 Humphreys, Robin 179 Huntstable, Mark 163 Hunt, Jeannine 194 Hunt, Kimberly 163 Hunt, Shannon 194 Hunt, Trent 135, 271 Hunter, Howard 58, 90, 101, 179 Hunter, Malee 90, 91 Hunter, Paul 59, 86, 87, 163 bon Philip 78, 79, 83, 110, Hunter, Sammy 91 Hunter, Shannon 194 Hurst, Erich 57, 101, 163 Hurst, Richard 194 Hurton, Sherry 166 Hutcheson, Quylie 194 Hutchins, Johnny 108, 163 Hutto, james 90, 91,194 Hutto, Susan 163 I Ideis, Yasser 194 Index 308-315 Isbell, Darrin 179 Isbell, Susan 90 Ishmael, Brian 99, 113, 179, 221, 266 Jackson, Carl 227 Jackson, Christina 107, 135 Jackson, David 179 Jackson, Pick 207, 209 Jackson, Jacqueline 163 Jackson, Kari 194 Jackson, Scott 163 Jackson, William 195, 221 Jacobs, Jennifer 10, 112,179 Jaffer, Arif 163 Jakubowski, Theodore 78, 179 Jakubowski, Therese 58, 80, 163 James, Jeffrey 195 James, Vickie 73, 95, 179 Jameson, Christi 179, 242 Janca, Tammie 195 Janecka, Helen 78, 135 Janosik, Angela 179 Jarvill, Danny 108 Jasek, Mark 95, 163 Jeckyn de Hyde 120-121 Jeffers, Andy 163 Jeffers, Tracy 59, 179 Jenkins, Jimmy 163, 246 Jenkins, Shanri on 195 Jensen, Melissa 60, 107, 135 Jensen, Michele 107, 179 Jessee, Jana 73, 95, 179 Jette, Karen 179 Jezierski, Renee 135, 184 Jimmerson, Russell 195, 221 John, Ajith 58, 121, 179, 194, 253 John, Anil 135 John, Anitha 163 Johns, Teresia 209 Johnson, Brent 179 Johnson, Christie 163 Johnson, Connie 59, 136 Johnson, Cynthia 67, 68, 95, 99,195 Johnson, David 19,113, 179, 244 Johnson, Deborah 195 Johnson, Debra 72, 95, 179, 242 Johnson, Greg 163 Johnson, James 112, 179 Johnson, Jeanie 195 Johnson, Jennifer 43, 70, 101, 163 Johnson, Julie 64, 179 Johnson, Kimberly 58, 73, 95, 9 Johnson, Kay 195 Johnson, Melody 87, 89, 163 Johnson, Michael 136, 166, 218, 227, 274 Johnson, Rebecca 163 Johnson, Sean 195 Johnson, Stacey 61,75, 136, 288 Johnson, Tamara 179 Johnson, Tammy 75, 106 Johnson, Tommy 209 Johnson, Tommy 195 Johnston, Kelly 136 Johnston, Philip 91, 195 Jolley, Ginger 64, 195 Jones, Andrew 179 Jones, Andy 179 Jones, Angela 107, 163 Jones, Brad 220 Jones, Chery! 163 Jones, Cristopher 87, 90, 195 Jones, Donna 163 Jones, Grace M-lD Jones, Jana 179 Jones, Janet 60, 61, 209 Jones, Jason 195 jones, Jennifer 73, 95, 180 Jones, Kevin 108 Jones, Kevin 28, 29, 85, 180 Jones, Lisa 64, 180 Jones, Lois 58, 112, 136 Jones, Mark 195, 221 Jones, Mark 195 Jones, Melissa 80, 83, 180 Jones, Michael 195 Jones, Mitchell 195, 221 Jones, Robert 64, 163, 266 Jones, Robert 195, 221 Jones, Stephanie 180 jones, Steve 180 Jones, Steven 195 Jones, Tausa 91, 195 Jordan, Justin 180 Jordan, Mark 163 Jordan, Matthew 180 Jordan, Troy 78, 163 Julian, Stacy 95, 180 Junell, Corey 180, 266 Junior Class Officers 158-159 Junior Favorites 160 J.V. Baseball 244-245 J.V. Football 220-221 J.v. Track 266-267 IK Kallaus, Carole 96, 106, 146 Kane, Joey 163 Kane, Troy 195 Karr, Kristi 163 Kassela, Frank 90, 91, 163 Kath, Kristi 107, 136, 297 Kauitzsch, Donna 67, 95, 99, 195 Kauitzsch, Donna 58, 101, 136, 156, 300 Kay, Melissa 47, 58, 132, 195, 236, 265 Kear, Patricia 250 Kearney, Janice 163 Keatts, Scott 195, 221 Keefner, Michael 106 Keel, Randall 105 Kellehan, Lisa 23, 64, 163, 239 Kelley, Jane 209 Kelly, Kevin 163 Kelly, Randy 112, 136, 234, 249 Kelly, Wendy 57 Kennedy, Denise 108, 163 Kennedy, Jayneen 195 Kennedy, Judd 180 Kennedy, Suzanne 136 Kesler, Shawn 33, 45, 136, 165, 166, 291 Key, Lance 163, 282, 293 Keyara, Damon 164 Kidd, Kristopher 47, 91, 195 Killian, Cindy 50, 63, 136,195 Killingsworth, Stephen 195, 245 Killingsworth, Weldon 136, 271 Kilpatrick, Amy 101, 164 Kilpatrick, Cynthia 81, 195 King, Andra 87, 89,110, 195 King, Bryan 36, 164, 227, 248 King, Gregory 180 King, Jeffrey 164 King, Jo 74,75, 86, 136, 274 King, Kelly 110, 136 King, Mary 81,195 King, Rodney 195 Kingrey, Kandi 164, 250 Kinkeade, Laura 195, 242 Kinkeade, Matthew 64, 137 Kinman, Carolyn 107, 164 Kinne, Gary 137, 225, 227, 232, 234, 235, 277 Kinney, Jeffery 130 Kinney, Stacy 110, 137 Kirby, Keith 108, 137 Kirchmeyer, Thomas 164 Kirk, Barry 195 Kirk, Paul 108, 164 Kirk, Racquel 95, 195 Kirk, Shari 195 Kirkland, Brian 137 Kirkland, John 195, 221 Kirkpatrick, Charlie 195 Kirkpatrick, Michelle 112, 137,169, 284 Kirkwood, Kjersti 180 Kitts, Mark 64, 137, 271 Klements, Lisa 29, 164 Kline, John 38, 110, 120, 209 Knight, Lynn 180 Knighten, Johnny 180 Knobelsdorff, Shannon 73, 95, 180 Knox, Connie 58, 164 Koenig, Arthur 85, 195 Koenig, Arthur 87, 195 Koerner, Kevin 164 Kofahl, Jeffrey 101, 180 Koger, Scott 90, 91, 180 Kononiuk, Rachel! 90, 91, 195 Kovar, Karen 106, 137 Kozlovsky, Alisa 195 Krahn, Lissa 58, 189, 195 Kraps, Susan 113, 164 Krause, Susan 195, 254 Kujawa, Damon 106 Kurtz, Gary 195 Kuykendall, Angela 80, 164, 196 Kuykendall, James 78, 79, 84, 86, 104, 164 Kyser, Keri 113, 195 Lagadinos, Christine 110 Lamb, David 106, 137 Lamb, Kevin 196 Lamb, Cindy 34, 164 Lambeth, James 196 Lambright, Jimmy 81, 196 LaMont, Chad 73, 95, 180 Lancaster, Donald 113, 164, 218, 219, 227 Lancaster, Laura 180 Landis, Ronald 164 Landry, Sean 59, 101, 180 Lane, Kathy 209 Lane, Linda 180 Langford, Leslie 30, 64,70, 103, 137, 284 Lanoue, Lydia 59, 95, 195 Larson, Ricky 195, 221 Latin Club 57 Laughlin, Carrie 59, 62, 63, 101,164 Lawbaugh, Kerri 127, 215, 228, 270 Lawbaugh, Kristi 180, 231 Lawley, Charles 181 Lawrence, Catherine 180 Lawrence, Deanna 196 Lawrence, James 137, 287 Lawrence, Kimberly 59, 164 Lawrence, Kimberly 196 Lawrence, Matthew 108, 164 Lawson, Dawn 196 Laxson, Debra 87, 110, 196 Laxson, Randy 78, 90, 110, 164 Layer, Lisa 180 Layne, Karla 110, 137, 286 Layne, Trosper 196 Le, Dzung 252 Leard, Tracey 91, 180, 196 Leatherman, Carl 137, 248, 249, 292 LeClair, Cyndi 137 Ledang, Vinh 196 Lee, Brandon 90, 196 Lee, Chong 57, 180 Lee, Jack 180 Lee, Jimmy 58, 101, 164 Lee, John 90, 91, 180 Lee, Mike 57, 221 Lee, Robert 196, 316 Lee, Suzanne 164, 180 Lee, Suzanne 112, 132, 180 Leerssen, Eric 109, 137 Leerssen, Judity 59, 180 Leftys 182-183 Leggett, Jennifer 56, 101, 137, 156 Leisure, Jeffrey 59, 90, 91, 164 Leisure, Lance 196 Lelis, Rene 164 Lemons, Duke 196 Lemons, Rhonda 64, 164 Leonard, Linda 164 Leonard, Sharon 106 Leone, Marc 113, 196, 221 Leslie, Matthew 164 Lester, Teresa 101, 164 Lewis, Brandon 57,76, 164 Lewis, Carl M-C Lewis, Joseph 180 Lewis, Michelle 49, 164 Lewis, Pamela 137, 284 Library Workers 112 Limmer, Christopher 113, 221 Linker, Cynthia 110 Linker, Judy 110, 209 Linsteadt, Byron 107 Linthicum, Cynthia 106, 137, 250 Lipsett, Don 315 Lisle, Jeff 60, 95, 139, 280 Little, Kim 64, 164 Little, Lodie 33 Livingston, Tommy 137 Lloyd, Donald 180 Lock, Robbie 110, 111, 209 Locker Fashions 132 Locust, Jarod 197 Locust, Jena 35, 106, 137, 149, 287 Loertcher, Delanie 197 Logan, Michael 165 Longtin, Tracy 180 Loomis, Sherry 73, 86, 95, 180 Loomis, Stacie 75, 137 Loosier, Melissa 58, 180 Lopes, Ashley 197 Lopez, Robert 58, 101, 180, 214, 248 Lopez, Yolanda 67, 69, 95, 180, 230, 231 Lorpenter, Scott 197 Lott, Lisa 70,71, 165 Lott, Terry 197 Louzau, Daniel 75, 86, 97, 110 Loven, Mike 165, 245 Loven, Mike 165, 245 Lowery, Lauren 73, 181 Lowrimore, Toni 73, 80, 181 Lozey, Paul 181 Luciana, Julie 165, 262, 264, 265 Lucas, Delynne 107, 138 Luehrs, Shelly 181 Lujan, Melissa 181 Lumpkin, Patricia 80, 83, 110, 181, 183 Luna, Hermino 90, 91, 197 Lunsford, Tracy 106, 165 Lynch, Karen 67, 165 Lynch, Nancy 181 Lyons, Christopher 197 Lyons, Doris 197 Lyons, Ronald 165 Lyuan, Melissa 181 Mabary, Brian 181 Maddox, David 5, 75, 87, 110, 197 Maddox, Tina 81, 197 Madonna M-E Magee, Wendy 197 Magnty, Chris 90 Mahler, Charlotte 165 Malcolm, Andrew 197 Malin, Steven 197, 221 Malin, Thomas 10, 29, 59, 165 Malmquist, Johnny 64, 165 Malone, Dawn 138, 165 Malone, Kristi 107, 138 Malone, Tracy 58, 67, 95, 172, 18) Mangham, Marci 59, 181 Manicchia, Peter 64, 165, 227, 246 Man, Felicia 165 Mank, Kimberly 73, 86, 101, 181 Manley, Laura 110, 112, 138 Manuel, Devan 106 Maples, Kelli 197 Maples, Kimberly 197 Maples, Marty 108, 165 Marks, Stacey 181 Marrel, David 59, 101, 165 Marriott, Leslie 59, 181, 231 Marshall, Mechelle 58, 101, 165 Marshall, Patrick 165 Martell, Monica 197 Martin, Alexander 58, 197, 259, 266 Martin, Deborah 197 Martin, Jerry 106, 138 Martin, Jonell 181 Martin, Lisa 59, 165 Martin, Melissa 197 Martin, Misty 70,71, 165 Martin, Priscilla 30, 70, 78, 79, 112, 138 Martin, Sandra 67, 95, 181, 242 Martin, Susan 67, 95, 181, 242 Martinez, George 181, 220 Martinez, Leticia 165 Martinez, Marco 197 Martinez, Ramon 197 Marvey, Pam 197 Marweg, David 181 Marweg, Pamela 95, 245 Masad, Asadulla 165 Masad, Bashir 138 Mason, Ronnie 10, 110, 197 Mason, Samuel 197 Masters, Hope 197, 242 Matassa, Sandra 59, 96, 138, 165, 298 Mathews, John 181 Matatall, Deloyce 315 Mathews, Suma 101, 165 Mathews, Ward 181 Mathis, Michael 221 Mathis, Serena 95, 181 Matney, Sean 181, M-G Matney, Seanna 197 Matthiessen, Windy 70, 101, 165 Mattingly, Erin 59, 197, 231 Maughn, Theresa 72, 95, 181 Mauldin, Michelle 138 Mauldin, Sidney 197, 221 May, Gregory 197 May, Steven 138, 197 Mayes, Brian 61, 85, 101, 138 Mayes, Jason 243 Mayhall, William 181 Mayhaw, Billy 181, 248 Mayne, Charles 86, 110, 138 Mayo, Terry 197 Mays, Jason 138 Mays, Laura 81, 99, 197 McAfee, Kimberly 107, 138 McAnally, Charlie 197, 220 McBride, Christy 197 McCall, James 197 McCarter, Nona 106, 138 McCarty, Bob 121 McCauley, Don 90, 91, 181 McClendon, Kara 14, 30,78, 86, 110, 181 McClure, Angela 81, 99, 197 McCollom, Christine 197 McCord, Donna 209 McCormick, Randy 58, 101 McCoy, David 59 McCoy, Deanna 197, 283 McCoy, Michael 197 McCoy, Trish 197 McCurry, Kendra 86, 110 McCutchen, Earnest 64, 197 McDaniel, Linda 106 McDaniel, Sarina 197 McDaniel, Wayne 197 McDill, Charla 101 McDonald, Laura 58, 72, 95, 181 McElwee, Tara 80, 181, 242 McElyea, Dean 59 McElyea, Lagena 181 McElyea, Rebecca 59, 86, 101 McFadden, Andrea 3, 39, 59, 75,101, 181 McFadden, Matthew 197 McFadden, Melissa 62, 63, 75, 101 McFarland, Pamela 181 McFarling, Carol 209 McFaul, Ray 47, 209 McGehee, Michael 181 McGill, Melanie 107, 234 McGinnis, Michelle 197 McGinnis, Wendy 38 McGinty, Christopher 91, 197 McIntosh, Robert 112, 138, 287 McIntyre, Gordon 138, 283 McKee, Wayne 58, 137, 138, 258, 259, 266, 267 McKenzie, John 181, 220 McKenzie, Lou Ann 110, 138, 156, 270 McKenzie, Tim 59, 105, 138, 227 McKenzie, Troy 64 McLaren, Norman 108, 111, 209 McLarry, Shana 197 McLemore, April 7, 64, 112, 138, 150 McMennamy, Jay 197 McMillan, Teresa 197, 242 McNamee, Desiree 181 McPherson, Amanda 67, 95, 117,191, 231 McPherson, Kelly 45, 59, 138, 246 McQueen, Troy 58, 86 jer ieemtil Shaun 138, 256, McSorley, Christopher 81, 197,221 McSpadden, Eryn 59, 70, 78, 79, 138 Means, Felicia 49 Mearon, Lisa 197 Mecke, Matt 181 Meeker, Nancy 181 Mehegan, Michelle 101, 104, 119, 139,155 Mehegan, Tracy 58, 73, 95, 101, 104, 181 Meli, Kim 197 Mellado, Ed 209 Melrose, David 181 Melton, Shannon 197 Mendez, Monica 181, 231 Mendoza, Paul 181, 266 Merino-Berdon, Rosy 139 Merritt, Bradley 78,79, 83, 84, 86, 110 Merryman, Suzie 43, 64, 124, 139, 239, 241, 287 Mesquito Week 12-13 Mexia, Deanna 181 Meyers, Dana 181 Michael, Shawn 181 Miller, Beverly 197 Miller, Christy 100, 101, 181 Miller, Eric 197, 221 Miller, Kristi 72, 95, 139, 181 Miller, Mark 106 Miller, Merry 80, 89, 197 Miller, Pamela 181 Miller, Pat 33 Miller, Phillip 58, 95, 139, 155, 248 Miller, Phyllis Carol 70, 101, 139, 155 Miller, Roger 139 Miller, Susan 197, 231 is q Miller, Tina 106 vale Miller, Tomarie 58, 59,70 — | Millican, Fay 33 et Mils, Jonathan 59, 139, 163 Mills, Sharon 181 Mills, Stephanie 59,182 Mills, Teresa 197 i Minnick, Weldon 87, 89, 209, | 211 Mister, Tucker 199 Mitchell, Lorraine 115, 209 Mitchell, Nicole 110,139 — Mitchell, Tony 197 a Moak, Brandi 197 : | Moffett, Rodney 29, 83, 91, | 182 Molencupp, Deann 64, 182, | 269 i Molina, Jesus 182, 220 al Molina, Kellie 107 qi Molina, Melissa 110,139 Molina, Rene 90, 91, 197 Molina, Teresa 182 Mollett, Dana 72, 95, 182 i} Molo, Greg 182 Mondy, Bryan 23, 182,266 Monk, Robert 90, 91, 182 | Monroy, Audrey 139 Monroy, Brian 220 Monroy, Joseph 197, 221 f Monteil, Marsha 197 nd Montes, Robert 37,58,139 Montgomery, Bobby 221 Montgomery, Heather 197, | 231 i Montgomery, William 197 Montoya, John 182 | Montoya, Monica 107, 139, 305 Moody, Johnny 197, 221 Moore, Brian 197, 266 | Moore, Charles 182 Moore, Daron 101, 139, 155, 259, 266, 267, 303 i Moore, David 197 | Moore, Eddie 182 | Moore, Kelly 182 i Mora, Lisa 107 | Moreno, Eddie 197 Moreno, Marshall 182,220 | Morgan, Cathy 48, 49 eh Morgan, Dawn 197 Morgan, Frank 197, 221 Morgan, Lance 197 Morgan, Lisa 108, 182 Margan, Mary 113, 209 Morgan, Reba 209 Morgan, Shawn 197, 221 — i ; Morgan, Tonya 197 taal Morones, Paul 58,139 | Morris, Anne 101 t Morris, Bradley 197, 221 Morris, Charles 58, 182 Morris, Jerry 198 be Morris, Kimberlee 86 Morris, Laveta 139,297 Morris, Leann 198 Morris, Melisa 182 Morris, Mike 221, 245 Morris, Missy 70, 89 Morris, Wendy 198, 242 — Morris, Bill 113, 158, 227, Morrow, Jeffrey 182 Morrow, Michael 198 Morrow, Pamela 107, 140 Morton, George 182 Morton, Thomas 58 | Moseley, Jason 198 Mosher, Barry 182 Motley, Jason 198 Moya, Lisa 58, 73, 95, 182 || Mr. and Miss NMHS 147 y Muff 199 ‘Muhl, Linda 209 “Muldoon, Lisa 73, 95, 101, 182 Mullins, Rodney 182 ‘Mullis, Luann 70 ‘Aumma, Donald 90, 91,198 ‘Murdock, Emily 198, 242 | Murph, Roberta 182 furphy, Craig 140, 156, 284 “Aurphy, Jade 182 jAurr, Dawn 182 | Aurray, Thomas 64 ‘yer, David 101, 140, 156, 162 ' Ayers, James 182 “Ayers, Paul 95, 140 “Ayers, Tanya 260 | Ayrdahl, William 245 bors, Brian 198, 221 Napier, Greg 108 sh, Cynthia 182 sh, Michael 254 than, Rashya 80, 123 tion, Georgia 72, 80, 95, 182 “lati ons, Tricia 182 i layebkhyll, Farhad 140 _ fleece, Brian 140 “eece, Kenny 198 eil, Kim 64 jelson, Jenna 242 | elson, Jennifer 182, 242 ‘elson, Michael 192 on, Rhonda 192 elson, Shelley 64, 198 Ison, Trevor 140, 227, 305 pie Mark 5, 75, 86, 140, eumann, Scott 110, 198 bewman, Amy 73, 95, 182 wman, Judith 182 ewman, Sloan 112, 140, 218, 219, 222,227 wspaper 60-61 wton, John 91, 198 _|guyen, Christine 198 guyen, Hung 140 guyen, Ky-Giao 90, 91, 101, ) 104, 198 uyen, Tamthae 182 +HS 101 ichols, Julie 64, 75, 112, 141, | 303 | cholson, Shane 105, 182 | -ckers, Dennis 315 ‘ghtingale, Leslie 198 ghtingale, Tonya 141 go, Karen 182 | les, Katharine 7, 59, 143 } | x, Shawna 198 | xon, Patrick 141 }e, Stacey 182 | jordin, Donna 198 leet, Kathy 14 rtheutt, Richard 198 ster, Patti M-F, 198 � ttingham, Kim 7, 41, 55,75, 141, 287 wakovich, Stephen 101, 141, 153, 155, 297 itt, Charles 90, 91, 198 O'Brien, Donald 182 O'Brien, Eren 198 Oakley, Gina 107, 141, 260, 261, 262 Oakley, Tammy 107,141 Ocnaschek, Susie 198. Ocnaschek, Timothy 113, 141 Odom, Bryan 90, 91, 182 Odom, Daniel 59, 182 Odom, Daniel 141 OEA 108 Office Workers 112 Officers-Organizations 102-103 Olguin, Christina 198 Oliver, Charles 141, 294 Oliver, Kimberly 141, 156, 303 Oliver, Lewis 1 2 Oliver, Rachel 198, 231, 242 Oliver, Rhonda 64, 182 Olivo, Gilbert 182 Olson, Tracy 198 Oneal, Erik 141 Oneal, Tina 198 O'Neal, William 198 Ontiveros, Delfina 91, 198 Opening 2-7 Orchestra 86-89 Oper, Cathy 61, 101, 181 Organizations 54-113 Orren, Alison 28, 29, 58,72, 82,95, 139,182 Otero, Adam 227 Otero, Erin 198 Ott, Jeff 198 Owen, Julie 58, 64,95, 99 Owens, Alison 56, 95, 101, 182 Owens, Cherie 198 Owens, Danny 101, 183 Ownby, Mark 198 Pacesetters 70-71 Packer, Janet 63, 199 Padon, Douglas 141 Padon, Stephen 183 Page, Cindy 115, 141, 280 Page, Ronson 87, 104, 198 Palma, Felicia 198 Paima, Monica 62, 63, 183 Palmore, Stacy 183, 250 Pamplin, Roy 64, 198 Pardun, Ron 13, 139, 149, 183, 179, 208 Paris, Rebecca 209 Parker, Amy 105, 141, 290 Parker, Deborah 67, 101 Parker, Jan 209 Parker, Mary 141 Parking in Egypt 131 Parmer, James 59, 183 Parnell, Charlsey 91, 183 Parrish, David 183 Paschal, Ronda 64, 141, 300 Pate, Wendie 108 Patlan, Patricia 90,91, 183 Patrick, Wendy 141 Patterson, Ladonna 78 Patterson, Leah 43, 70, 141, 292 Patton, Sherry 91, 141 Paugh, James 198 Paugh, Jody 90,91, 198 Paugh, Vickie 164 Paulov, Russell 101,110, 198 Paulus, Patrick 183 Payne, Gregory 183 Peace, Beth 198 Peace, Tammy 72, 95, 183 Pearce, Cheryl 61, 183 Pearce, Jeff 203 Pearson, Chad 112 Pearson, Patrick 248 Pearson, Richard 112, 166 Pecht, Verna 86, 90, 91, 183 Ped ri, Russell 94,95, 257 Peeples, Anthony 198 Pena, James 58, 172, 183, 266 aan, Jennifer 27,75, 87, Pennington, Richard 198 People 122-203 Peoples, Tony 221 Pep-Rallys — 14-15 Perdue, Paul 198 Perez, Claudia 15, 115, 141, 156 Perez, Jane 62, 65,75, 80, 83, 87, 110, 183 Perez, Raquel, 183 Perez, Veronica 141 Perkins, Bonnie 78, 79, 141 Perkins, Bruce 183 Perkins, Melissa 58, 59,75, 101 Perrigo, Bryan 57, 198 Perry, Barbara 58,121, 209 Perry, Huana 183 Perry, Lisa 183 Perry, Travis 183 Person, Donna 29, 59, 75,78, 79, 83, 84, 86, 87,88, 89,141, 306 Pets 198-199 Peterson, Donald 61, 183 Peterson, Shawn 15,85, 106 Petter, Darrell 112, 142, 218, 222, 227 Petty, Denise 58 Petty, Edward 108 Petty, Faith 199 Petty, Hope 199 Petty, Kristin 183 Petty, Tony 106 Phelps, Chris 142, 233, 234 Phillips, Cassie 112, 168 Phillips, Darolyn 183 Phillips, David 168 Phillips, Hope 142, 168 Phillips, Kriste! 59, 75, 168 Phillips, Lisa 64,199 Phillips, Sheryl 199 Phillips, Tommy 199 Piccola, Ciro 168, 245 Pina, Alexander 199 Pinckard, Steven 183 Pinkston, Brian 105 Pinkston, Chris 105 Pinkston, Glenda 105, 210 Pittman, Scott 113, 199, 221, 245 Pittman, Steve 142, 298 Pitts, Tracy 64, 168 Pjoh, Brenda 33 Plumer, Daniel 168, 195 Plumer, Wendy 59, 86, 168 Plunk, April 95, 183 Plunk, Jerry 199 Plunk, Larry 199 Pollard, Lonnie 85, 168, M-G, 252, 253 Prom 30-32 Ponstord, Cori 199 Poor, Dean 106, 142 Pope, Robyn 199 Pope, Ronald 183 Porse. Jacob 20, 21, 57, 168, 252, 253 Porter, John 59, 142, 223, 227, 306 Porter, Kerri 107, 168 Porter, Terri 168, 238, 239, 241 Posey, Damon 199, 221 Posey, Michael 87, 89, 99, 91, 183 Poston, Barbara 183 Poteet, Brett 64, 199 Poteet, Melisa 183 Poteet, Ralph 205 Potter, Tony 168 Potter, Waylon 168 Pound, Patty 199 Powder Puff 42-43 Powell, Christine 183 Powell, Ron 208, 234 Power, Cynthia 168 Power, Susan 199 Powers, John 183 Powers, Julia 193,199 Powers, Stephanie 9, 95, 142 Prater. Debbie 43, 168, 238, 239, 241 Prater, Jeff 183, 220 Prater, Lynell 210 Prater, Thomas 57, 199 Prather, Nancy 183 Pratt, Michael 199 Pree, Troy 108, 142, 280 Presley, Noel 199 Presley, Tommy 266 Pressiey, Valerie 199 Prestriedge, Cheryl 199 Prewitt, Klent 168 Price, Heath 87, 199, 221 Price, Kayla 11,38, 58,75, 77,101, 110,142,156 ; Price, Michael 142 Prigmore, Tracy 106, 142 Primm, Bobby 199 Principal 204-205 Pritchard, Anglea 110, 142 Pruett, Janna 35, 64, 70,71, 142, 294 Pruitt, Dana 86, 110, 168 ‘Pupo, R. 168 Pyle, Kristen 78, 79, 168 Pyles, Susan 58,72, 95,183 Quillen, Debbie 168 Quinteros, Julia 58, 90,91, 96, 183 Quiroz, Ricardo 183 Rabe, Krystal 107 Raburn, Mabe! 168 Radio Station 203 Ragsdale, Charles 183 Raitt, Cindy 168 Ramey, Jean 183 Ramsey, Bobby 199 Rankin. Sandra 107, 168 Rankin, Tara 59,73, 95, 183 Ransom, Brian 142, 292 Rash, Lisa 73, 95, 183, 228, 231 Rasmussen, Michael 90, 91, 101, 183 Ratliff, Ronald 90, 91, 199 Ratlift, Tracey 106, 152, 288 Rattan, Alana 59, 199 Rautenstrauch, Ear! 199 Rawlinson, Charles 199, 221, 245 Rawls, Casey 31, 199 Ray, Christina 183 Ray, Christopher 199 Ray, David 199 Ray, Jeffrey 183 Raymond, Tracy 199 Reasor, Brian 168 Reaser, Glenn 168 Redden, Christopher 183 Redden, Jeffery 183 Reece, Suzon 29, 58, 168 Reed, Carolyn 168 Reed, David 109, 168 Reed, Lisa 70, 142 Reed, Mike 168 Reed, Phyllis, 210, 239, 242 Reed, Richard 183 Reed, Ryan 61 Reese, Rodney 168 Regalado, Delia 110, 142 Reichel, Elke 21, 57,59, 168 Reichert, Dale 199 Reichert, Dena 199 Reid, Dwight 142 Reneau, Lisa 106 Renfro, Tad 87 Renner, Melinda 78, 142 Retton, Mary Lou M-C Revennaugh, Kelli 142, 156, 214, 215, 294 Reville, Larry 142 Reyes, Christopher 199 Reyes, Michael 168 Reyes, Rebbecca 199, 260 Reyes, Sean 75, 168 Reynal, Stephanie 33, 142, M- Reynolds, Julia 210 Rhodes, Misty 168 Rhodes, Pam 142 Rhodes, Tracy 168 Rial, Kaile 199 Rice, Amy 59 Rice, Wendi 64, 86, 142, 284 Rich, Paige 70, 168 Richards, Dee 48, 143, M-G Richardson, Grant 7, 61, 143, 15] Richardson, Jan 210 Riddler, Stacy 64, 199 Riedner, Stephanie 168 Riggs, Lisa 199 Rike, Glenn 199 Riley, Cindy 210 Ringo, Lawrence 199 Rios, Manuel] 199 Rittmuller, Christopk 143, 156, 176, 274, 312 Rittmuller, Maria 58, 63, 168 Pitzer, Steven 168 Roark, Shana 58, 168, 257 Robbins, John 168, 266 Roberts, Anthony 199 Roberts, Darla 86 Roberts, Melody 86, 89, 168 Roberts, Patcharee 168 Roberts, Vincent 64, 168 Roberts, William 143 Robertson, Ben 210, 259, 265 Robertson, Kelli 168 Robertson, Marye 64, 168 Robertson, Steven 198 Robertson, Susan 90, 91, 199 Robertson, William 143 Robinson, Aaron 168 Robinson, Archie 41,83, 85, 143 Robinson, Cynthia 168 Robinson, Garth 199 Robles, Eva 112, 143, 228, 231, 250 Rodgers, Michelle 110, 143, 306 Rodgers, Kimberly 200 Rodgers, Russell 59, 200 Rodriguez, Katherine 80 Rodriguez, Sylvia 73, 95 Roe, Ernest 113, 200, 221 Roebuck, Belinda 200 Roebuck, Christina 200 Roel, Angela 200 Roel, Brian 90, 91 Rogers, Shelley 200 Rojas, Barbara 168 Rolen, Todd 200 Ronaghi, Michelle 200 Ropers, Punkers, Preps 44-45 Rosales, Daniel] 143 Rosales, Oscar 113 Rose, Charles 143 Ross, Diana M-E Ross, Linda 200 ROTC 90-93 Roushey, Vicki 200 Roussel, Jeana 168 Rowan, Keith 58, 168 Rowe, Kim 75, 200 Rowell, Brian 144, 297 Roy, Joelle 200 Roy, Noelle 200 Rubio, Michele 106 Rubio, Michele 106 Ruff, Randall 200 Rumfelt, Melody 200 Rupard, Gertie 33 Rusk, Sammy 210 Russ, Bryan 75, 81, 200 Russell, Donita 107, 144 Russell, Kimberly 58, 67, 78, 99, 168 Rutledge, Tammie 87, 200 Sadler, Leslie 58, 67,95, 101 Sagraves, Brian 191, 200 Salas. Kristin 67, 95, 99, 200 Salas, Victor 107, 144 Sales, Connie 168 Salutatorian 154 Salley, Kelly 168 Sampson, Lance 200 Sanborn, Stephen 200 Sanchez, Alfredo 200 Sanders, Cindy 64, 168 Sanders, Jennifer 59, 200 Sanders, Kristi 90, 91, 201 Sander, Mark 91, 201 Sanders, Susan 59, 95, 201 Sanderson, John 201 Sandlin, Wendy 201 Sanford, Michaela 81, 201 Santos, Pat 107, 144 Sarrett, Teri 110, 144, 271 SAT 135 Sauceman, April 87 Sauter, Chris 20] Sawyer, Shari 255 Schaerft, Mark 78 Schaffer, Gerald 201 Schappaugh, Chris 201, 221 Scheck, Ilya 59, 200 ScheUenberg, Tricia 29, 83, 90, 91 Schindler, Donna 107, 112, 144 Schmerber, Laura 107, 168 Schmidt, Edward 168 Schmidt, Lorri 91, 201 School Spirit 26-27 School Board 205 Scholarships 157 Schramm, Jennifer 91, 201 Schreiber, Rhonda 110, 144 Schupbach, David 58 Scoma, Shawn 64 Scott, Bill 135, 210 Scott, Forest 59, 201 Scott, James 107, 144 Scott, John 168, 227 Scott, Kimberly 72, 95 Scott, Kirk 144 Scott, Mark 59, 168, 234 Scott, Melissa 86, 144, 292 Scott, Randolph 201 Scranton, Frank 201 Seabolt, Staci 59,72, 95 Seachord, Donna 201, 242 Seachord, Melissa 96 Sebastian, Jarrod 58, 168 Sedota, Kevin 120 Self, Corey 201 Self, Jon 201 Self, Sean 144, 164 Selling, Deborah 96, 97, 108 Sellner, Jennifer 90, 91, 201 Semento, Jill 110, 144 Semmler, Emma 58 Senior Breakfast 33 Senior Class Officers 124 Seniors 124-157 Sepulvedo, David 113, 201, 221 Sharp, J 58 Sharp, Shannon 113, 201, 221 Sharp, Steven 184 Sharp, Todd 201 Shaver, Catherine 201 Shaw, Jeff 189 Shaw, Kirk 168 Sheaner, Laurie 184, 201 Sheets, Christy 184 Sheffield, Christopher 96, 97, 184 Shelton, Bryan 184 Shelton, James 201 Shepherd, Kelly 64, 201 Shero, Michelle 168, 231 Sherwinski, Ronald 184 Shidid, Tanus 184 Shifflet, Robert 210 Shindoll, Kim 108, 144 Shipley, Marah 168 Shipman, Howard 100 Shipman, Jamie 41, 70, 78, 144 Shirah, Mike 59, 168 Shivers, Kevin 39,75, 184 Sholar, Keith 201 Shugart, Robert 144, 290 Shuttleworth, Melanie 201, 231 Sibipback, David 184 Sides, Christina 136, 145, 156, 186 Sifuentes, David 184 Silman, Steven 108, 145 Simmons, John 106, 145 Simmons, Michael 90, 91, 168 Simmons, Michelle 106, 168 Simmons, Mike 168 Simmons, Stephanie 184 Simmons, Todd 168 Simpson, Lee 184 Simpson, Sharon 201 Sims, Bryan 184 Sims, Connie 58, 145 Sims, Darrell 168 Sims, Dena 184 Sink, Jill 58, 67, 95, 184 Sipes, Kirk 58, 78,79, 248 Sitzmann, Scott 59, 214, 215, 246, 248 Six, Michele 201 Skaggs, Melissa 145, 234, 295 Skelton, Leah 184 Skelton, Ronda 21, 201 Skelton, Sabrina 106 Skinner, Lisa 46, 58, 95, 201 Skinner, Steven 58, 112, 115, 145, 258, 298 Sledge, Brian 145, 156, 248 Sloan, Linda 201, 214 Sloan, Robert 86, 89, 214 Slodowick, Carrie 184 Slusher, Lori 184 Smerly, Keri 184 Smethie, Craig 86, 89 Smith, Brian 184 Smith, Charla 184 Smith, Cynthia 210 Smith, Scott 86 Smith, Gennifer 201 Smith, Gregory 184 Smith, Jeffrey 108, 145 Smith, Kelly 78, 79, 85, 145 Smith, Kimberly 201 Smith, Leigh 201 Smith, Linda 95, 210 Smith, Michael 59, 91, 201 Smith, Rebecca 90, 91, 201 Smith, Rhonda 201, 214 Smith, Rodney 266 Smith, Scott 184, 201, 221 Smith, Sharla 184 Snodgrass, Brian 184, 221 Snodgrass, Paul 145 Snover, Bruce 58, 145, 155, 248, 249 Snyder, James 81, 201 Soccer 248-253 Sophomore Class Officers 172-173 Southard, Jamie 101, 184 see Stacey 72, 95, 101, 184 Southern, Kay 64, 112 Space, Bill 106, 145 Spanish Club 58 Sparks, Karon 73, 95, 184 Sparks, Vance 201 Speaker, Trent 227 Speech Club 101 Spell, W. 145, 299 Spikes, Patty 210 Spirited Seniors 40-41 Spivey, Barton 64, 234 Sports 212-267 Spring Play 28-29 Spring Tour 143 St. John, Lisa 70 Stachowiak, Andrew 184 Stachowiak, Karen 59, 64, 78, 79,83, 98, 101, 110, 145 Stacy, Jeff 201 Stallion Batallion 94-95 Stage Show 48-49 Stambaugh, Erin 201 Stanglin, Deeana 110, 145 Stanglin, Joanna 184 Stark, Darla 145 Starr, Christopher 145 Starr, Mary 57, 64, 145 Staton, Jason 184 Steelman, Brenda 184 Stegall, Angela 58, 98, 99 Stehn, Ben 90 Stehn, Kevin 91, 201 Stemers, Vance 184 Stephens, Dana 72, 186 Stephens, Deanne 201 Stephens, Donald 145 Stephens, John 186, 220, 221 Stephens, Kimberly 57, 201 Stephens, Maudie 33 Stephens, Raquel 72, 95, 101, 186 Stephens, Shannon 108 Stephens, Stacy 57, 186 Stephenson, Michelle 201 Stewart, Brent 186 Stewart, Chery] 29, 86, 87, 186 Stewart, David 201 Stewart, Derek 186, 253 Stewart, Donna 145 Stewart, Heath 186 Stewart, Lorna 201 Stewart, Montie 145 Stewart, Russell 201 Stewart, Shelly 201 Stiff, Kibbie 110, 186 Stiger, Stephen 186 Stiles, Bart 105, 145, 270 Stockard, Donald 186 Stockard, John 186, 201 Stockard, Julie 87, 110 Stokes, Gene 145 Stone, Eric 26, 36, 145, 246, 290 Stone, Jamie 59 Stone, Jason 201 Stone, Jeffrey 113, 201, 221, 245 Stone, Lara 75, 83, 86, 101, 186 Stone Rhonda 201 Stovall, Brenda 58, 64, 146, 302 Stovall, Eric 64 Stovall, Kevin 201 Stover, Jeffrey 146, 286 Stover, Shannon 57, 72, 95, 186 Strange, David 201 Strawn, Melanie 75, 87, 201 Strickland, Amy 201 Stroney, Michael 146 Struble, Geneva 33 Stryjak, Shannon 146, 288 Student Aids 166 Student Council 99 Student Government Day 36-37 Student Life 8-53 Stutts, Nandina 10, 67, 68, 99, 146, 228, 229, 231, 286 Stutts, Sofia 73, 95, 186, 231 Suder, Elizabeth 201 Suggs, Melissa 201 Sumner, Kristy 43, 67 Sunday, Sabrina 91, 201 Sunekaer, Tony 20, 21, 101, 105 Superintendent 205 Svrcek, Robby 186, 220 Swann, Weldon 227 Sweeney, Chester 201 Swell, Kimberly 186 Swimming Team 254-257 T Taber, Tammy 29, 64, 67, 82, 86, 89, 146 Tackitt, Lori 80, 186 Tafur, Sandra 146 Talasek, Jarline 33 Talmage, Robert 106 Tangen, Marit 21,57, 101 Tankersley, Penni 110, 146, 290 Tanner, Amie 113, 186 Tanner, Tammie 201 Tapp, Gregory 147, 169, 227, 306 Tarter, Renee 147 Tarver, Claude 217, 227 Tate, David 201 Tate, Stephen 201 Tate, Suzanne 147 Tauton, Shawna 58, 64, 186 Taylor, Bill 210, 227 Taylor, Cheryl 210 Taylor, Christopher 58 Taylor, David 201 Taylor, Lynda 75, 101, 147, 156 Taylor, Marjorie 57, 210 Taylor, Mike 90, 91, 201 Taylor, Ron 210 Taylor, Timothy 186 Taylor, Tracy 201 Teachers 204-211 Teagle, Carolyn 43, 210 Teagle, Paul 43, 147, 217, 222, 227,298 Tedder, Trent 90, 91, 101, 186 Tedrick, Shari 201 Teems, Jamie 181 Teer, Sheri 147, 260, 261, 270 Temple, Marian 101 Tenney, Devin 75, 201 Tennis 214-215 Tensley, Shannon 201 l Terrell, Shannon 201 Terry, Christopher 42, 232, 233, 234 Terry, Deidre 59, 201 Terry, James 205 | Theriot, Denise 210 Thigpen, James 81, 83, 201 Thomas, Barbara 19, 71, 210 Thomas, Beena 201 Thomas, Leena 59, 147 Thomas, Michelle 231 Thomas, Ricky 56, 186,218 | Thomas, Ronnie 315 Thomas, Yolanda 80, 81 Thomason, Cheryl 64, 95 Thompson, Christopher 75, 8) Thompson, Kielei 72, 95, 186 | Thompson, Pete 30 Thompson, Shannon 217 Thompson, Sheri 48, 70, 148, | 284 Thomson, Angela 87 Thornburgh, Vonna 30,59, | 86, 88, 89, 101, 110 | Thorp, Jeffrey 91,93,148 Thrasher, Timothy 95, 148 Threlkeld, Krysla 29, 41, 59, 70, 78, 82, 148, 273 Threlkeld, Wendy Lea 64, 67, 80, 95, 99, 186 Tidwell, Kathy 210 Tieu, Ha 148 | Tiller, Judith 186 i Tillery, Shawndell 64,186 Timms, Joan 210 Timms, Tricia 250 Tinsley, Shannon 64 Tipay, Sharon 73, 95, 186 | Title page -1 Toczik, Candi 81 Todd, Iacolod 81 Todd, John 217 Tolbert, Lisa 73, 95, 186 Tolbert, Robert 78, 113,148 | Tomes, Bryan 86, 87, 101, 110 | Tornados 178 Tonroy, Janice 210 Torrence, Fetta 33 Torrence, Randall 186 Tovey, Angela 80, 81 Tow, Heath 186, 220 Towell, Rob 129 Townsend, Delores 187 d Townsend, James 30, 86, 110, 135, 148, 274 Track 262-267 Trammell, Julie 33, 149 Tran, Nhan 86° i Tredway, Dana 187 Trespeces, Mary 113, 131,M- | F, 149 | Trew, Ed 210 Tribble, Kyle 149, 227, 284 Trimble, Victoria 61,90,91, | 187 | Trosper, Randy 99, 100,101, | 118, 143, 149, 154, 155,298 | Trosper, Layne 59, 113, 221 True, Trina 61, 107, 149, 273 Tucker, Steve 7, 75, 110 i Tucker, Christi 187 Tuley, Bronya 58, 59, 72,95, 187 mr: Tullos, Brian 221 , fongen, Marit 59 urner, Jason 221 urner, Robert 108 urner, Shannon 64, 149 | burner, Tina 187 “uto, Theodore 187 fyler, Jimmy 59, 217 Tyler, Kelly 187 Typical day 46-47 tyree, Lisa 101, 149 ‘Inderwood, Brad 187 ‘Jreste, Karen 242 V ‘faldez, Joe 87, 89 Valedictorian 154 ‘alentino, John 187 ran Looy, Chris 72, 95, 187 van Meter, Erik 81 ‘anderford, Charles 150, 287 randergriff, Tonya 64, 242 Vfanlehn, Kelly 58, 250, 251 Varghese, Mathew 259, 266 Varghese, Susan 187 _‘arner, Kimberly 70, 150 Jarsity Football 224-227 ; fasquez, Abigail 90, 91 Vasquez, Sarah 187 Vaughan, Billy 61, 86, 87, 89, + 102,150 ‘aughan, Robert 113, 221 enrick, James 58, 187,214 “era, Louis 91 ‘Vestal, Lisa 75, 101, 121, 184 Vestal, Michael 36, 58, 101, } 4) 150,155 ICA 110 Videan, Beth 59 : | Vike, Gregory 221, 246 inton, Jason 187 olleyball 228-231 - OCT 109 OE 110 Vogt Jesse 217 Vorwerk, Shelly 59, 101,75, | 86, 187 | ukasovich, Robert 101, 110, me 187 Wadsworth, Kelly 187 Wagliardo, Larry 121, 194, 207, 210 Wagner, Heather64 Wagner, Jerry 86, 187, 220 Waits, Shellie 283 Wake, Staci 150, 283 Wakeland, Kenneth 220 Walker, Heather 75 Walker, Jeffrey 266 Walker, Matthew 259 Walker, Sandra 43, 150 Walker, Ursula 39 Wallace, Cari 73, 95, 187 Wallace, Julie 254 Wallace, Mary 112, 187 Walsh, Erica 91 Walters, Teresa 110, 150 Walthall, Shelly 73, 95, 187 Ward, Phillip 112, 151, 218, 225, 227 Warner, Shari 47 Warren, Laura 214 Warta, Alan 46, 56, 57, 151, 218, 219, 227, 295 Washburn, David 90, 91, 187 Washburn, Jason 47 es Marlene 58, 67,95, Waters, Marvin 107 Watkins, Deborah 86, 87 Watkins, Kathleen 187 Watkins, Pamela 43 Watkins, Sharon 187 Watkins, Tammy 107, 151 Watson, Ann 139 Watson, Danny 187 Watson, James 151 Watson, Michael 90, 91 Watson, Shannon 67, 95, 242 Watson, Tina 64 Watson, Tod 151 Watson, William 187 Watwood, Kimberly 64 Watwood, Larry 151 Waurusa, Stephen 187 Way, Tracey 40, 58, 67, 68, 99, 101,110, 151, 156, 290 Weatherby, Amy 152, 250, 251 Weatherby, Samuel 248 Weatherly, Lori 80, 81, 83 Webb, Cristie 86, 152 Webb, Shirley 33 Weeks, Charlie 210, 221 Weeks, Joel 152, 227 Weeks, Rhonda 67, 96, 99, 172, 187 Weger, Stephen 86 Wellman, Dwayne 187 Wellman, Sabrina 90, 91 Wells, David 187 Wells, Dottie 210 Wells, Linda 57 Welsh, Deanne 72, 95, 187 Welsh, Steven 61 Weight lifting 218-219 Wenz, Amy 187 Wesson, Bettie 152 West, Stacey 73, 95, 187 Westerfield, Kristina 59 Wharton, Mark 90, 91 Wheeler, Bruce 187 Whiz Quiz 105,118 Whitaker, Bonnie 59, 73, 95, 187 Whitaker, Scott 221 White, Beverly 187 White, Karen 187 White, Mark 245, 250 Whitworth, Larry 42, 58, 64, 242 Wiggins, Donnie 187 Wight, Andria 29, 72, 95, 187 Wilborn, Greg 101, 187 Wilcots, Erinn 101, 107, 187 Wilsox, Donald 152 Wilson, Ray 210 Wilkins, Keith 57,75, 189 Wilkins, Dale 107, 227 Wilks, Byron 187 Wilks, Shannon 64 Willard, Angela 187 Williams, Anita 162 Williams, Barry 221 Williams, Cassandra 80, 187 Williams, Darrin 203 Williams, Kimberly 203, 231 Williams, Kristy Ann 101, 152, 155, 228, 230, 231, 294 Williams, Lacy 90, 208 Williams, Lance 227 Williams, Laura 187 Williams, Michelle 106, 153 Williams, Roger 203, 221 Williams, Vanessa M-B Williamson, Tammy 203 Willis, Britain 59, 187,231 Willis, Kirk 187 Wills, Wendy 110 Wilson, Amy 59, 101, 187, 260, 265 Wilson, Angela 203 Wilson, Billy 64, 187 Wilson, Damon 203 Wilson, Gary 59, 187 Wilson, Gidget 91, 93, 187 Wilson, Karen 153 Wilson, Melissa 203 Wilson, Merrie 64, 75, 76, 203 Wilson, Pamela 106, 153 Wilson, Philip 58, 187 Wilson, Ray 106 Wilson, Royce 108 Custodians. Front row: Clyde Hammods, Joe Atterberry, Deloyce Matatall. Back row: Ronnie Thomas, James Copelin, Don Lipsett, Dennis Nickens. Wilson, Shawn 187, 203, 250 Winchester, Tarasa 106 Winfree, Peter 187 Wing, Kim 64 Wingler, Elizabeth 90, 91, 92, 93,187 Winkfein, Brad 42, 64, 99, 153, 227, 292 Winkfein, Brandy 59, 73, 95, 187 Winsett, Gary 90,91, 203 . Winslow, Russell 190 Withers, Karin 203 Withers, Kimberly 203 Withers, Michael 96, 187 Wonlschlaeger, Betty 210 Wojtkowiak, Marcy 90, 91, 93 Wojtkowiak, Scott 90,91, 132 Womack, Pamela 203 Wood, Mark 58, 95, 153, 155, 303 Wood, Doris 33, 98 Wood, Sheila 86, 87,89, 110 Wood, Wendy 203 Woodall, Melanie 110, 203 Woodali, Monica 80, 187 Woody, Randy 203, 259 Wooley, Don 205 Workman, Angela 203 Wright, Beth 64, 70 Wright, James 187, 203 Wright, Jason 7, 14, 23, 64 Wright, foe 187 Wright, Melanie 91, 203 Wright, Paula 187, 242, 243 Wright, Randy 203, 221 Wright, Shannon 73, 95 Wright, Sheila 203 Wright, Suzanne 153 Wyatt, Wesley 108, 210 Wycoff, Marla 239, 263 Wygal, Douglass 203, 221 Wynne, Roy 187, 245 Y Yarbrough, Darrell 91 Yates, Michael 105 Yates, Thomas 203 Ybarbo, Rena 203, 260 Yearbook Staff 62-63 Yonick, Katherine 187 Yonick, Keith 203 Youth Advisory 98 Yoon, Donny 203 York, Deanna 242 York, Donna 49, 64, 70 York, Larry 203, 221 Youman, Christopher 4 2, 153, 270 Young, Brenda 107, 210, 227 Young, Todd 203 Youngman, Tonya 203, 231 Z Zalesky, Tamie 203, 214 Zimmerman, Stephanie 59, 260 Zink, Christopher 187 Zioney, Chris 203 Zivney, Christopher 245 Zook, Tina 187 Zumbrum, James 64, 106, 112, 153, 286 Zumbrun, Laura 187 Zuniga, Elizabeth 187 Powder Puff Players SENIOR PLAYERS: Suzy Merryman — 32 Priscilla Martin — 77 Sandy Walker — 64 Leah Patterson — 65 Amy Ashmore — 84 Kristy Williams — 60 Nanny Stutts — 80 DeeDee Deets -- 93 Cynthia Goode — 23 Barrett Haberer — 54 Darla Stark — 82 Pam Hiller -- 41 Clair Elsey — 74 SENIOR COACHES: Gary Kinne Heath Bobo Randy Hendrix SENIOR RAH-RAHS: Head — Chris Hamilton Co-Head — Mike Collins Kelly McPherson Paul Cannaday Jeff Gloden JUNIOR PLAYERS: Kim Russel] — 61 Debbie Prater — 21 Terri Porter — 14 Kristi Hart — 27 Kerri Porter — 33 Kristi Sumner -- 51 Cathy Garcia — 36 Penny Armstrong — 73 Felicia Means — 84 Kandi Kingrey — 32 Jennifer Johnson — 70 Michelle Shero — 66 Cindy Goode — 64 JUNIOR COACHES: Bill Morris Troy Crawford Jeft Feinglass JUNIOR RAH-RAHS: Head — Grant Gaultney Co-Head — Jimmy Blair Donnie Lancaster Greg Hernandez Kyle Houpe PACESETTERS: Ken Craft — Captain Vincent Guerra Captain Carl Leatherman Matt Kinkeade Chris Terry Randy McCormick Rob McIntosh Scott Foster Pacesetters-of- the-week: Steve Skinner Larry Whitworth REFEREES: Chris Youman Brad Winkfein Chuck Houpt David Bugan LINEMAN: J. J. Garza Moony Beccera HOMECOMING COURT: Paul Teagle — Sweetheart Kelly McPherson Michael Johnson Larry (Weasel) Holland CHOREOGRAPHED By: Krysla Threlkeld Priscilla Martin ANNOUNCERS: Tommy Livingston Jason Haas 316 Closing A. the second semester began, many students agreed that time moved at a faster pace. The second half of the year had arrived and set the stage for numerous activities. Before long, auditions for several per- forming groups for the next year were held. Several sports seasons were coming to a close, one of which was the varsity baseball team. It ended the season with a bi-district title; dominating the all-district team with six players. Banquets and the Jr.-Sr. prom had come and gone, and we now had to prepare ourselves for the finals or ‘‘the year in review.” During the month of May, summer fever was at its peak, affecting all of us and the teachers. The traditional '‘50-Day Count- down, which had been posted since com- ing back from spring break, was seen on senior classroom chalkboards. As the numbers from the countdown became single digits, cameras were brought to school. We took pictures of friends, we would not see for a very lon time. We took pictures of those friends who made the school year a unique experience. in his le waiting i Jesse Vogt Closing 317 i ig hobby w. for his ride home. es i, f detour, Dav. and indgul n a sligh Bill Morris, skateboardi ing en, siya from the book room. Robert Lee = ES 318 Closing A. tears streamed down he cheeks of seniors as well as parents and friends, we remembered our many accomplishments. For the seniors, there was a special feeling as they moved their tassles to the right. They had successfully completed the year that was affected so heavily by House Bill 72. And as the last day of school for everyone had come to its last moments, the end of a memorable year had arrived. It was the year that the yearbook received its first ''All-American ' rating, placing it in the top five% among all yearbooks nationwide. It was also the year that we raised $742.87 on a last minute, three-hour cam- paign to help the famine victims in Ethiopia. These were added to our memories. And it was these memories that gave more reason for everyone to check us out because we had much to offer. ces SS = gS. es VES oN Y - « = ao o£§ S83 S25 =o Sy ae a aa ce} So 5 OSS Oyun wa se us Bie ste Sa =6 ew QoS oo- ee oS 7) SEE Bhs Ye eters eee wk a¥8§ os i ee Se) cars} any BSS Sas Sze 623 As = Ws 1S a) g 319 SIE, “to C Editors Speak 1 can honestly i that being a co-editor-in-chief of the 1985 Trailblazer was the most unique experience I have ever had. By being a co-editor, I was able to put in creative influences into the book. Also, I got to become close friends with some of the nicest people in the school, the yearbook staff. Sherry and I had to divide the staff so that individuals could be individually thanked. First of all, to the other co-editor, Sherry; as a staffer, she was excellent with her skills and idediak motiviation to get the boo completed. As a friend, she was trusting and honest; to Cindy, who did the imposi- ble by meeting every deadline; to Chana, who reminded us that yearbook class could be fun and relax- ing; to Jane, our “photo- identifyer’; to Alysia, whose laughter was always nice to hear; to Melissa, the model staffer, whose hard work has earned her the editors job for 1986. Finally, to Mr. Taylor, our sponsor, who not only taught me yearbook skills but also the meaning of leaderhsip and respons-ibility. Special thanks goes to Ray, our Taylor Publishing representative; to Mrs. Ann Watson and her typing class; to Mrs. Bowdoin, an honory staffer; to my family who didn’t mind when I'd turn the house upside-down look- ing for yearbook stuff. There are many more thanks to be. handed out to people, who know who they are! Well, now the work is done. [t was an experience putting the book together. A lot of hard work and time was put into it. 1 hope you liked it because for you to have enjoyed it would be the very best reward! vi ( OunGrvdL Edward and Sherry’s Page Now that this edition of the Trailblazer is completed, I find that I have mixed emo- tions about leaving NM and the Trailblazer staff. 1 won't miss all of the deadlines and work, but there are a lot of things that I will miss. I'll always remember writing down Mr. Taylor's creative phrases such as “bull twinkie” and “‘expe- diency controls’ on the bulletin board. Monica was always finding ways to ob- tain food for her favorite habit —- eating. Chris was willing to go to many of the evening sports events and was a good photographer, I'll always remember Kurt managing to find time away from his career at Handy Dan to take pictures and give Maria a ride home. And how will I ever find out about each “fine-lookin’” guy without Maria around keeping an eye out for them. Carrie was known for say- ing “I really don’t care” but we all knew that she really did. And on what would seem to be the gloomiest day, Jan would come in and unknowingly brighten my day with a hug and a story or two about one of her numerous boyfriends. And. of course, there’s Ed- ward, There’s probably no one else who J would have wanted to share the responsibility of being co- editor with than him. { would like to thank all of my teachers who were kind enough to let me out of class to do yearbook work. I would especially like to thank my family for listen- ing to me complain around deadline time and still let me stay in the family. Mr. Robert Shiflet also deserves a word fo gratitude for all of his pep talks, which sometimes kept me going when things were hectic. Even though I had moments when I sometimes wished I wasn’t on the staff, I’m glad I was, because it was a rewarding experience I'll never forget. haan. Staff Co-editors Sherry Blue Edward Albarquez Student Life Cindy Killian Chana Hayes Monica Palma Jane Perez Magazine Edward Albarquez People i Maria Rittmuller Academics Jane Perez Edward Albarquez 4 Carrie Laughlin Business Manage! Melssa McFadden Sports Sherry Blue Jan Paker Melissa McFadden Photographers Kurt Brockman Alycia Complin O ae Chris Gonzales rganizations ; Hera Laughlin Adviser Ron Taylor Check us out Colophon “Check us Out,” Volume 16 of the Trailblazer, was printed by Taylor Publishing Company and had a press-run of 1,900 copies. The subscription price for the 9”x12” yearbook was $15. The cover was a custom design tool and die with the title, the theme and name on the spine blind embossed on a blue grid of two point lines. The diamond stallion is a silver metalique pressed on a gra base material hand-rubbed wit blue die on “Handtooled” grain. There were 32 full color pages — separations by lazer scanner — and 55 spot color pages using Bamboo Biege, Brilliant Red, Marine Blue, Emerald Green, Royal Purple, and Russet Brown, with varying gray screens of 20%, 40%, and 60% throughout the book. The eight page magazine section was printed on 80 pound paper stock Strathmore Pastille in antique green smyth sewn, while the other pages are 80 pound saxmat enamal. All body copy was set in 10 point Palatino, with captions set in 8 point bold italic with 10 point leads. The headlines for sections were set in 48, 36, and 24 point with 14 point kickers as follows: Opening, closing and division — decorative script w ith shadow printing (copy 14 _ point Impact); Student Life — Times Roman; Academics — Century School Textbook; Organizations — Melior Bold Italic; People — Souvenir; Sports — Palatino Bold Italic. The yearbook class is an extra- curricular activity, involving a volunteer staff of 13 students and one adviser. The staff wishes to ex- press its appreciation to the staffs of the following publications that serv- ed as resources in layout and design: _ The Dallas Morning News; The Dallas Times Herald; Time Magazine; Life Magazine; Sports Illustrated; Taylor Talk; Accolade ‘83; Yucca ‘83; and El Paisano ‘84. Special thanks is expressed to 1 Principal John Campbell for his un- failing encouragement and support, Hennington Studios, School Photographers Incorporated, Mrs. Ann Watson and her Typing II class for typing the class names and credits, Delores of Taylor, and Mr. Ray Westbrook, Taylor represen- tative, for his patience. 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