High-resolution, full color images available online
Search, browse, read, and print yearbook pages
View college, high school, and military yearbooks
Browse our digital annual library spanning centuries
Support the schools in our program by subscribing
Privacy, as we do not track users or sell information
Page 22 text:
“
Special Olympics: A Time For Joy, Courage, Growth, and Confidence The 1983 Special Olympics was held on April 19, in Pat¬ rick County. Although the weather was extremely cool and windy, the smiles and happiness of those who com¬ peted seemed to brighten ev¬ eryone’s day. It was certainly a success. The Special Olympics, a competition between the physically and mentally handicapped, is sponsored each year by the Monogram Club. The PCHS Special Olympics works together with the PARC Workshop in Stuart and other a gencies around Patrick County. In addition, there were a few competitors from North Carolina. Ap¬ proximately one hundred in¬ dividuals competed in a vari¬ ety of events. The competitors ranged in age from nine to for¬ ty. Every member of the Mono¬ gram Club participated and everyone feels it is a worth¬ while event. Conna Turner, a Senior, summarized her feel¬ ings by saying, “It gives you a special feeling inside to see the joy on their faces — not only when they win but as they compete.” Senior David Ratliff com¬ mented, “It made me feel good about the work and time that went into it (Special Olym¬ pics) to see the smiles and joy of all the kids who aren’t quite as lucky as those who partici¬ pate in athletics at PCHS.” Both club members and Olympians alike, look forward to the event each year. There is also the chance for the Olympians to advance to re¬ gional and state Special Olym¬ pics. Jana Cassell, President of the Monogram Club, ex¬ pressed her feelings this way, “Participating in Special Olympics is a very rewarding experience for me — and for the club as a whole. Although a lot of time and work goes into preparing for the Olym¬ pics, it’s all worth it to see their smiling faces.” The slogan this year was ‘Joy, Courage, Growth, and Confidence’. Through Special Olympics, each Olympian and club member could learn the real meaning of each of these words. To see the determina¬ tion on their faces and the joy in their eyes — it was truly a growing experience for all. These Special Olympians wait at the starting line for the signal to begin the race. 18 Special Olympics
”
Page 21 text:
“
These three students take a break from dancing so much. k. Susan Bowling makes it a point to enjoy herself as she dances the night through. Dances 17
”
Page 23 text:
“
Olympian Bobby Spencer displays his ribbons while Randy Lawless looks on. Special Olympics 19
Are you trying to find old school friends, old classmates, fellow servicemen or shipmates? Do you want to see past girlfriends or boyfriends? Relive homecoming, prom, graduation, and other moments on campus captured in yearbook pictures. Revisit your fraternity or sorority and see familiar places. See members of old school clubs and relive old times. Start your search today!
Looking for old family members and relatives? Do you want to find pictures of parents or grandparents when they were in school? Want to find out what hairstyle was popular in the 1920s? E-Yearbook.com has a wealth of genealogy information spanning over a century for many schools with full text search. Use our online Genealogy Resource to uncover history quickly!
Are you planning a reunion and need assistance? E-Yearbook.com can help you with scanning and providing access to yearbook images for promotional materials and activities. We can provide you with an electronic version of your yearbook that can assist you with reunion planning. E-Yearbook.com will also publish the yearbook images online for people to share and enjoy.
