Parry McCluer High School - Parrimac Yearbook (Buena Vista, VA)

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6 Division RECEIVING HER BVEA SCHOL- LARSHIP Karen Wilhelm accepts the award graciously from Mr. Flint. THE DESPAIR IS EVIDENT on the faces of cheerleaders Jane Cox and Rhonda Fields as the Blues are de- feated in a close match against J.J. Kelly. A SCARECROW sets the scene for the sophomores’ Sadie Hawkins’ Dance. DANCING TO THE BEAT of the prophets are Mike McManamay, Deb- bie Cash, Trevania Fitzgerald, Rob Fabrizio, Nancy Green and Dennis Gilbert. DURING THE FUEL SHORTAGE the arrivial of an oil truck was wel- comed by all. t

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The structure of club activ- ity took on a new look also. A year of disinterest and inactiv- ity prompted the SCA to call for reorganization of clubs in the school. All clubs were abolished and were only re- established if significant interest was displayed. The scene in the community changed along with that in the school. The emphasis on bi- centennial themes and projects was beginning to lessen. The scene of stars and stripes and other patriotic emblems began to signify the upcoming presi- dential election rather than na- tion’s birthday. The scene of 1976-77 began with newness and confusion. It shifted to routine and activity. Each scene was different. Each scene was unique. Each scene promised new experiences. Parrimac 1977 presents the shifting scenes of Parry McCluer High School and its students in 1976-77. Lights, cameras, action.... Opening 5

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Viewing the school year and focusing upon the many hap- penings, one finds changes that were astounding at that time, but came to pass as normal events. School began with ex- citement in the air. With the feeling of fortune in hearts and minds, the students set out on an adventure to learn, to live, and to e njoy. The students returned to school and found it freshly painted, ready to kick off the new year with sparkle and shine. There was much of the old left but some of it had disappeared. When it came to the high school, the ‘rats’ were no longer a part. Returning from their break, the enrollment found a member of the cast was no longer a part of the scene. Although it was not unusual to be greeted by Mr. Flint, a noticeable change had occurred when Mr. Flint took Mr. Leadbetter’s place as prin- cipal of the high school. Mr. Leadbetter was now principal of the midd le school. From June until late August it was far more than a three month step. The population of the school found themselves not only in a new time but also in a new year. Ideas were different. aspects of life had changed. There was new work to be done, and a new way to do it. Steadily pacing headfast into the new scene, the students felt the promise of a good year. Indeed, a fine year it was. Act One: Student Life Division 7