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

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THE MIXED EMOTIONS INVOLVED in commencement excer- A STANDING OVATION greets Bobby Updike as he picks up cises are apparent on the faces of Timmy Argenbright and his diploma after being out of school for awhile. Brian Balser Graduation 27

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TOGETHER WE'VE MADE IT Although the weather was wet and the gym was tightly packed, an air of solitude pre- vialed during graduation ex- ercises. The graduates were reflecting on past occurren- ces while thinking about fu- ture challenges. Parents and friends sat with tears of joy and sadness as these young people were about to gradu- ate. The fact that others had in- fluenced their lives was brought out by class presi- dent, Jerry Knight. He stress- ed how much parents, teach- ers and administration, class- mates and the community had helped them in achiev- ing their goal. The new challenges to be faced and the need to get along and work well with others were points brought out by salutatorian, Eileen Crites. She strongly urged her fellow graduates to con- tribute to the betterment of our community. Comparing our lives to a book, valedictorian, Grace Grace Mayes presented an interesting analogy. She il- lustrated how each facet of one’s life contributes to the story he presents to the world. As the ceremony ended, seniors moved their tassles from left to right to signify the change in status. GIVING MUCH CREDIT to others, Jerry Knight reflects on the accomplishments of his class. WITH CONFIDENCE AND CLARITY, Grace Mayes speaks to her classmates. 26 Graduation SERVING THE COMMUNITY is a goal which Eileen Crites urges her fellow graduates to set.

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IN THE POWDERPUFF FOOTBALL GAME, Lil McClung carries SEIU Mele Aa SCUNO)ealak IN STUDY HALL, Jimmy Carawan catches up on the latest sport news. AFTER BEING ANNOUNCED MVP WINNER IN VOLLEY- BALL, Terrie McDaniel accepts her trophy from Ms. Moore. There were no limitations to the achievements made at P.M.H.S. Although stu- dents were the main attraction, teachers ‘‘efforts were rewarded also. Coach Ellison received ‘‘Young Educator of the Year’’, and Mr. Meyer was awarded ‘‘The Good Guy Award’’. Students also realized the worth of their leaders as Miss Alvine was recognized by the girls basketball team and Mrs. Teague was given a plaque by the SCA. Also making headlines were some outstanding students. Terry McDaniel was the best female athlete and Micky Branch was the male athlete of the year. Barry Ferguson was the Most Improved Student while Grace Mayes won the honor of Valedictorian by having the highest grade point average. Lee Bradford showed her talent by winning in art competition. Joan Connor competed in and won ina math exam sponsored by the FBLA. Carson Gibson also attended Presidential classroom. Some honors bestowed to students were of an unusal variety. In the Disc-O- Thon, Kathy Camden and Daryl Ogden were declared the best marathon dancers. In competition against other Senior football players, Johnny Cole was named the ugliest boy around. Individuals had special achievements at P.M., but group efforts were also suc- cessful. In football action, the Senior girls won over the Juniors in the powder puff game. The one-act play ‘‘Nonsense’’ put on by the drama club won first in the district. In the sports department of our school, we had not one or two but six regional champions. One of the most memorable successes of the year was the Juniors working together to form an ‘‘Enchanted Forest’’ for the Prom. 28 Capstones