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

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What’s so interesting? The commons is a great place to gossip between classes. Freshmen Tracey Spruill and Bb SAE Ti ES a Re URE PWS EY = see tat Rt i at x al SS a el a el a ee for the weekend. use Cardiac Mamas “On your mark, get set, go!” Hurrying as fast as their legs would carry them, the Cardiac Mama’s run suicides. Coach Steve Tyndall yells to run faster and faster. Out of breath, Joan Smith replies, “I’m not used to all this running, I haven’t done this in years.” As practice for the Cardiacs started two weeks before the game, the mothers appeared to be a little out of shape. For some mothers, this was the first time they had ever played basket- ball. The mothers of the girls’ basketball team agreed to play against their daughters. The proceeds from the game went to pay for sweat- shirts for the team. “It was interesting but I’m glad it’s over and I'll never do it again,” observed Rebounding Rita Smith. “Tt was hilarious to see them running down the court, but we also appreciate them being out there,” commented sophomore Diane Smith. The game brought a lot of participation and hysterics from the fans. The mothers were not left without cheer- leaders. The Rocking Rah-Rahs, mothers of the cheerleaders, cheered on the Cardiacs to the finish. Cheerleader Becky Bradshaw observed, “The cheers were a little old-fashioned but it was nice to have my mom there.” The girls beat the Cardiacs 54-8. Junior Kari Townsend replied, “I had fun and I hope they do it again next year.”

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We may not have an Eiffel Tower, or a gorgeous bridge, but what Poquoson does have are people who have known each other for many years. Poquoson is a small town. There are no movie theaters or malls. There isn’t that much for a teenager to do around here on weekends. Some people may think the city is a loss because it is mis- sing these things, but many students in the school see Poquoson as a “tight-knit community,” says junior David Stowell. David moved to Poquoson one and a half years ago. “When I first moved here it was tough to get to know people because everyone was in little cliques. After I finally got to know people, I had a really good time and I’ve had Throw it in. During Mama’s basketball guards Mrs. Judy Townsend as she tries to pass the ball to a teammate. ame, Diana Pope ..close-knit community irds of a Feather fun ever since.” Junior Jennifer O'Donnell, who moved here a year ago, agrees with David. “It’s weird because everyone knew each other, and it seemed like everyone was related. They all had their own group of friends and it was hard to get involved.” People who have lived in Poquoson for many years agree with the newcomers sometimes. “It’s so small that everyone has already made their friends and newcomers feel locked out,” says Matt Mendez, junior. He has lived in the city for 10 years. But Poquoson also has many advantages related to its size. “It’s good because you have a lot of friends that are really close. You get to know everyone and everything the Cardiac that’s going on. It’s so small that you can feel involved in the community,” says Matt. Junior Randy Freeman, a “Poquosonite” for 10 years says, “I like everything about Poquoson except the flooding and the mosquitos. But other than that I like living in a small town because of the slower pace. You really get a chance to get to know your classmates.” “It has its advantages and disadvantages. I don’t like it because I don’t know what it is like to go toa different school. But it is nice because I get to know just about everyone here,” says junior Laura Milton. Senior Susan Gardner says, “It’s weird because I’ve been going to school with these people since elementary school and now I have to leave my friends and go to college.” There are many positive aspects to growing up in a small town other than the friends you make. “Acad- emically it’s better because of smaller classes, better com- petition and specialization by teachers,” says Randy Davis. Junior Kevin Weis says, “It’s a close-knit community. You're close to a lot of dif- ferent people. In a sense it’s like a big family.” So if you judge Poquoson on its night life or its cultural advantages you may not be impressed, but there is more to a town than its sights. A town is a group of people, and many of the people in Poquo- son are happy right where they are.

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We've got spirit yes we do. We've got spirit how bout you? Spirit week was long awai- ted by many students. Senior Karen Moore said, “I was also excited to finally wear my toga.” Popular days were 50’s-60’s day, Costume day and toga day. The week began with 50’s- 60’s day. Students came dressed in poodle skirts, bobby socks, and tie-dyed shirts. Senior Tracey Ken- nedy replied, “I thought it was a wonderful, harmonious experience. Fellow brothers and sisters participated to make this day peaceful and loving. We should have more days like this, so more students can show their in- nerselves. My true innerself is a flower child and I got to dis- play it vividly. My last words are, Peace be with you and God loves you.” Costume day was the day when most students part- icipated. “I thought it was cute that we all got to dress as the Wizard of Oz and it also helped show school spirit,” commented senior Terry Baugh. Homecoming week came to an end with seniors wearing She wonderful, harmonious experience ock 'n Roll Week their togas and underclass- men wearing school colors. As the activities came to an end, it was time for the Hom- ecoming game to begin. The 50’s and 60’s Home- coming theme was evident as the floats rolled past the stands during pre-game. The senior float titled “Yakkety Yak, Dukes don’t come back” won first place. See Homecoming, p. 12 First in Show. The float built by the seniors impressed the judges, who awarded it the first place prize. Julie Abrams watched as the float passed her by. 10 Homecoming