Patrick County High School - Archive Yearbook (Stuart, VA)

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After exhausting themselves on the dance floor, JefT Powell, Harriett Walker, Denise Litten, Benji Holt, Lori Banks, and Larry Harbour took a moment to relax. Leslie Slate and Tammy Hutchens were one happy couple after experiencing the joyous success of the Prom follow¬ ing a hectic week of frustrations in preparation for this big night. The Royal Kings, a six member band, played while COU ' pies danced. SAIL ON Sail on down the line about a half a mile or so and I don’t really want to know where you’re going. Maybe once or twice you see, time after time I tried not to hold on to what we’ve got, but now you’re going. And I don’t mind about the things you’re going to say Lord, but I gave all my money and my time. I know it’s a shame, but I’m giving you back your name. Yeah, yeah. Guess I’ll be on my way, I won’t be back to stay. I guess I’ll move along, I’m looking for a good time. Sail on down the line, ain’t it funny how the time can go on, men say they told me so, but it doesn’t matter. It was plain to see that a small town boy like me, just wasn’t your cup of tea, I was wishful thinking. I gave you my heart, and tried to make you happy, and you gave me nothing in return. You know it ain’t so hard to say, “would you please fust go away”. I ' ve thrown away the blues, I’m tired of being used. I want everyone to know, I’m looking for a good time. CHORUS: Whoa, sail on, honey. Good times never felt so good. Sail on, sugar, good times never felt so good. Prom 27

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The Junior Class of 1980 Presents Junior Senior Prom For many students at P.C.H.S., March 22, 1980, was a night of special memories. For the first time ever the prom was held in the gymnasium which was disguised by totally enclosing the dance floor with draperies for walls and suspended parachutes for the ceiling. The junior class spent two whole school days in addition to the actual prom day on the decorating which transformed the gym into a dazzling ballroom. At eight o’clock p.m., the doors of the Patrick County High School ballroom were opened for the presentation of what some phrased “the best prom ever.’’ The theme was “Sail On’’ and under the canopy of cloud-like As the night began, Gary Corns and Susan Howell shared secret thought s in a tender moment. After all his hard work helping with the decoration, Gary seemed pleased with the outcome of the prom. After the floor boards were laid and the wall draperies were hung, the new ceiling had to be suspended. Along with many others, Joe Mills labored many long hours at the tedious task of hand stitching the several parachutes to each other. Transforming a gym into a ballroom took a lot of hard work and cooperation on the part of the Juniors. parachutes couples could be seen swaying to the music of the Royal Kings. “It was an excellent prom. The ballroom was just that — a ballroom. Not once did I feel that I was in the gym. The junior class should be commended,’’ many seniors praised. Juniors certainly floated on the clouds of success from the very first day of planning until the doors were closed after 12 o’clock p.m., and both juniors and seniors will cherish the memories of Prom 1980 for many years to come. For Ken Hancock and his date, Debbie Stone, prom night ended with a flare and the tender touch of love. 26 Prom

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Junior and Underclassmen Officers Play Vital Role in Pushing For Increased Spirit and Student Involvement Each year twelve students are elected to represent the underclassmen of Patrick County High. Execution of the duties of these offices requires outstanding leadership skills, and strong personal qualities. Each class elects a president, vice- president, and secretary. These three of¬ ficers are responsible for promoting in¬ creased class spirit, organizing various ac¬ tivities, and representing their class to the school or community when the need for representation arises. Each staff of officers must work with the class sponsors to organize all class meetings and all class elections that must be held. Perhaps one of the most enjoyable duties for which the class officers are responsible involves their participation in the annual events during Patrick County High School Days. The class president selects team members for each competition throughout that week and serves as captain of each team. The officers are also on hand during the competitions to rally for team spirit and accept recognition for winning teams. As a junior class officer, the duties in¬ volve a great deal more work and respon¬ sibility. Juniors participate in a large scale money making project to raise funds for the Junior-Senior prom. Juniors sold cases of M M’s to raise a net profit of $ under the direction of class president Patty Lewis and Glenda Martin, class sponsor. Patty and her fellow class officers appointed a com¬ mittee to plan and organize the 1981 prom. The standing committee included: R.D. Howell, Ann Guynn, Penny Keith, Danny Thomas, Sandy Baliles, Lisa Reynolds, Olivia Roberson, Adam Martin, Kevin Younger, Hazel Cockram, Duane Hylton, Debbie Cochran, Kim Burnette, Carolyn Harrell, Timmy Bowers, Laurie Thigpen, and Mary Lou Stroud. Patty served as the chairman at the regular meetings held prior to the Prom. This was the first record of students taking such a responsible roll in the planning of this even t in the history of Patrick County High. Sponsors play an important roll in assisting the officers in making decisions and advising their actions. Many class of¬ ficers find that sponsors who work closely with the staff of officers become their friends for future years. Together, these teams of students and faculty members can accomplish much for the school, for these are the leaders of not only now, but the future years of our school. Melody Epperson, Vice-Pres., and Lura Fulcher, Pres, of the Freshman class join forces to hold up a lonely oak tree. Junior Class Officers are Mary Lou Stroud, Secretary; Patty Lewis, President; and Debbie Cochran, Vice President. J I ( i Rachel Bernstein, Freshman Secretary, studies Greek Mythology for her Latin class. 28 Class Leaders in Spirit