Osbourne High School - Eyrie / Hi Jacket Yearbook (Manassas, VA)

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In an apprenticeship for next year’s Prom, sophomores Donnell McClendon and Kevern Spurlin served many soft drinks. Stealing a smooch, senior Angelia Pitcock and her date enjoy each other’s company during a slow song. Senior Tim Neely and his date welcome a break. Senior Ron Lagerstrom and his date Mandy Sauter try some of the tasty food provided. Prom 21

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h ad to be color-coordinated. If a car or limousine were to be rented, preparations had to agai n be taken in advance. Finally, on the day of the Prom, the hectic, hustle-bustle grew. The flowers had to be picked up, and each person had to be ready to leave at an early time to go for dinner and then to the dance itself. The Ramada Inn of Manassas was the scene of the annual event. The junior class, who sponsored and paid for the dance, decorated the ballroom to the theme, “An Evening in the Park.” Music was provided for by deejays from Spec¬ tra Sound, including a variety of popular and slow songs. The traditional Prom King and Queen were crowned during the evening. Repre¬ senting the senior class were Carl Craw¬ ford and Laurie Goessman, respectively. Refreshments were prepared by the Ramada Inn Staff. And, continuing an¬ other tradition, members of the sopho¬ more class acted as servers of the food and drinks. As 1:00 approached with the end of the Prom, another party was just begin¬ ning. The after-Prom party was spon¬ sored by the Manassas firemen and held at the Firehouse. This affair, which last¬ ed until 5:00 a.m., continued the dancing and celebrating; a breakfast was also served. As each person wearily and sleepily trudged home in the early hours of the morning, he or she welcomed the needed sleep. However, it was all worth it: “An Evening in the Park” was entertaining for all who attended. Depicting a scene in the park, this cake was a popular and tasty refreshment. 20 Prom

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Spring Concert An American Musical Collage J oining together in a tribute to America, the chorus, or¬ chestra, and band filled the auditorium with music in a finale production which was enjoyed by all spectators. The Tuesday, May 13th Spring Concert also was a farewell salute to the many gradu¬ ating seniors within the music pro¬ gram. The chorus, under the direction of Mrs. Watkins, sang a variety of songs with the pride and spirit of America being the main theme. A group known as the “Singing Sen¬ iors” was featured who sang col¬ lectively and a few sang solos. The seniors included: Denver Lane, Donna Buchholz, Carole Cinalli, Christine Bear, and Lisa Yar¬ brough. The combined chorus con¬ cluded with a Patriotic Medley ar¬ ranged by Mrs. Watkins herself. The orchestra also turned out a fantastic program under the direc¬ tion of Mr. Boehm. At their finale the orchestra combined with some symphonic band members to per¬ form a piece by Brahms. Senior Julie Koman was recognized for her outstanding musicianship and was presented with the National School Orchestra Award. Both the jazz and symphonic bands, under the direction of Mr. Everson, in addition performed well. They played such songs as Gnu Shoes, and Marching Song. Graduationg seniors were recog¬ nized also at that portion of the program. Although this was the last public concert for the year, the chorus and orchestra will be per¬ forming at the Baccalaureate ser¬ vice June 8 and the band will play at Graduation on June 12. by Julie Koman and Becky Russell Mr. Everson vigorously conducts the Symphonic Band as they perform Marching Song by Holst. The Singing Seniors combine their talents in Sing the Body Electric by Gore and Pitchford. 22