Poquoson High School - Islander / York Chronicle Yearbook (Poquoson, VA)

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OVER THE POLE and through the air, George Powell flies. Respect was gained through improvements in club, athletic, and journalistic functions. The average club member at PHS was faced with the decision of which organization was more deserving of his time. Many students were participants in three or more clubs which limited specialization in the interest of an individual group. Organizations such as the Future Teachers, Science, and Future Homemakers Clubs were actively supported, and gained the respect, not only of faculty members and students, but of people through- out the state for the achievements of individual club members. The past school year was a time for sports, as ath- letics reached the pinnacle of perfection in many areas. Serving as hosts for and winning the state wrestling tournament highlighted a year that saw various district championships. The GBBT, formerly the laughing stock of Group AA, captured the district finals, and they placed second in regional competition. Although not all squads claimed winning slates, a common factor permeated the athletic program— a sense of pride in what PHS could accomplish. Publications became more regular and well written during the past year. Football and basketball programs were present at all home functions, as well as a spec- ial bulletin created by the students for the state wres- tling tournament. The ISLAND ECHO continued publica- tion, with the story content and layouts much Improved over those by last year’s inexperienced staff. The IS- LANDER attracted many younger students, as did many other activities, yet experience was gained as the year progressed.

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Mosquitoes and tide added to mystique in the eyes of the townspeople. Bunting faced a diffi- cult task on taking office, yet soon found that the citizens were agreeable in most respects. Having a smooth running school system and improved sports teams added to town unity, making Bunting’s job much easier. ! Citizens of Poquoson found themselves placed on a pedestal, billed as a fine area due to the lack of racial problems in the community. Mosquitos and high tide added to the town’s charm as out-of-towners decided that these problems of nature were much easier to deal with than color problems. Islanders started to expect respect from those in other areas, an attitude indicative of the town’s general feeling of equality with the world around them. MAYOR JOSEPH BUNTING welcomes participants and spectators to the state wres- tling tournament during opening ceremonies. S ENATOR BILL SPONG attempts to entice the youth vote during a rap session. EVENTUAL SENATORIAL VYINNER Bill Scott found that the road to Congress is more easily travelled when the youth vote is on your side. AVID MCGOVERN SUPPORTER Gloria Sternum campaigns with local Democrats in the fight for the presidency. STATE WRESTLING CHAMP Pat McPherson enjoys a banana while Richard Kahler’s countenance exudes happi- ne.ss. ALL-DISTRICT BASKETBALL player Sue Elmore was one of many reasons the GBBT was first in Group A competition.

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i ! I I i i I Clubs, sports and publications earned respect DURING THE YEAR, stapling pages of interviews together was a minor chore of the staff. THERE ' S NOTHING LIKE enthusiasm during an FTA meeting.