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

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February 2 — Music assembly; Basketball, Gloucester 3 — Wrestling, Kecoughtan 4 — Competency testing 6 — Wrestling quad; Basketball, Norfolk Christian Take It Off. In nothing but his boxer shorts and t-shirt, junior Shawn Nadeau gave a winning speech and won the office of SCA vice-prsident. 8 — Vocational Education Week 19 — State wrestling; Basketball, Bruton 9 — Basketball, York 20 — State wrestling 10 — Report cards; Gymnastics, York; 22 — Basketball, Greenbriar Christian Basketball, Portsmouth Catholic 12 — Regional wrestling; Basketball, Tabb 13 — Regional wrestling 14 — Valentine’s Day 18 — Bland contest Elections 25

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“Not The Average Joe.” With this slogan, sophomore Betsy Borders was elected recording secretary. Good Morning PHS. Using this phrase, Junior Dan Jones captured the attention of his peers during his speech for SCA president. 24 Elections “May I please have your attention for the morning an- nouncements. The 1988-89 officers are...” To run for an SCA office, there are several require- ments that must be filled. First, a mandatory petition must be filled out and signed by 25 of the contestants’ peers. Then, those who wish to run must give a speech be- fore all the eligible voters who then vote for the contestant of their choice. On March 22, the officers of the 1988-89 SCA were an- nounced. Dan Jones was elec- ted to the position of pres- ident after his challenging speech on school spirit. The title of vice-president was cap- tured by Shawn Nadeau, who captivated the students’ atten- tion by stripping to PHS box- ers and a T-shirt with his slo- gan, “Nate for VP.” Betsy Borders secured the title of vote for me recording secretary with her slogan, “Not the Average Joe.” Laura Milton was elec- ted as corresponding secre- tary and David Britt as trea- surer. For class elections anyone who wishes to run for office faces similar requirements. They must have 25 signatures from members of their class. Then they too must prepare a speech. With spring break the week before elections, candidates had time to prepare their speeches and psyche them- selves up. Some of the most dynamic speeches were given by the sophomores. Tina Meyers competed for the office of treasurer. She amused her class with a por- trayal of Mister Rogers. Tina’s basic description of her duties in fairy-tale land won her the majority of votes. Sophomore Neil Lambiotte ¥ i he Right Choice will head up his junior class in 1989. Neil explained in his speech his versatility as a stu- dent. His basketball repre- sented his athletic ability and the glasses he wore symbol- ized his intelligence. Neil claimed he will use the char- acteristics to lead on the class of 1990. Although the sophomores came prepared, junior An- drea Forrest rapped herself to victory with an accompani- ment by Richard Pena. She will serve as the vice-presi- dent of the class of 1989. The speeches were just a small task in terms of what lies ahead. The speeches also gave the students a chance to see inside each candidate and hear their intentions for the upcoming year. “Thank you and that’s all for your afternoon an- nouncements.”

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“It ll only pinch for a second.” “Don’t get too excited or your pulse will be too high.” “But just think it’s all worth it.” These are a few kind words of encouragement said to stu- dents who gave blood on March 29. As students walked into the gym, they saw Red Cross vol- unteers, crimson colored lawn chairs, and the terrify- ing faces of their peers. These volunteers were pricking fin- gers, taking temperatures and pulses, and recording health histories. Some students were caught wasting time at the cantina but were soon reprimanded by Zeola Fox, cantina chair- person. Others were found trying to console their friends. When asked what he thought about giving blood, senior Erick Grube replied, “Since this was my third time, I knew what to expect and I did it to help someone else. this was m Y first time Onating Blood You never know, I may end up saving my own life.” Red Cross volunteer Sean Ryan stated, “Today has been very successful, prosperous, and organized.” Approximately 125 stu- dents gave a pint of blood, which turned the blood drive into a huge success! Passing Time. After giving blood, students took time to eat before re- turning to class. It’s All Over. A look of relieve was shown on senior Steve Trull’s face as he awaits his turn for the canteen. 26 Blood Drive