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

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89...And 90! The locking of a class ring is a tradition that has been handed down for many years. Junior Jenni Bowden turned Neil Lambiotte’s ring for the 90th time and “locked” it. There You Go. Flowers are a common sight at most formal dances. Junior Bobby Carter gently slipped a corsage onto the wrist of his date, junior Jill Alexander. Tradition It’s Time To Turn Class colors of emerald green and silver streak through the commons as juniors strategically place deco- rations on the wall. Darkness domi- nates — but only for a moment — then the DJ’s strobe lights flicker and flash across the dance floor. The class of 1990 dances to the latest musical sensations before the ring turning ceremony. Refreshments are served as still more juniors file in to join the fes- tivities. This marks the start of the Junior Class ring dance. The Com- mons echoes with the giggles of girls as they gaze at their class rings awaiting their turn to cross the bridge. Excitement fills the hearts of all anticipating that special some- one, who will “lock” their rings. Ten o’clock and the ceremony be- gins. The DJ announces the arrival of the big moment. Numbers range from one to one hundred and even more as the couples assemble into lines. Junior class president Bar- bara Holland and her escort, Matt Mendez, set the standard by cross- ing the bridge first. In reference to the occasion, Holland remarks, “It was a lot of hard work, but after it was all done I felt like it was worth it. The dance really went well.” Next comes the junior class vice president, secretary, and treasurer, followed by the other guests. Each couple hears their names announced by senior class president Vinnie Gal- lerani, steps onto the bridge, “locks” rings, and exchanges a congratula- tory kiss or hug. Upon exiting the bridge, each cou- ple receives a white rose and scroll from junior class co-sponsor, Mrs. Debbe Goddin. After hours of gruel- ing work Mrs. Goddin comments, “I thought the ring dance was beauti- ful. The junior class was very orga- nized and did a fantastic job of deco- rating.” The sweet sound of Whitney Hou- ston softly singing the junior class song, “One Moment In Time,” con- cludes the ceremony. Don Ward’s picture taking re- sumes. Personal camera flashes light the dim room as friends frantic- ally try to capture memories. Junior Tyler Howard says, “I like this dance better because there are less people — it’s mostly juniors and seniors.” The final song of the dance is an- nounced. Couples head for the dance floor. As the last notes linger from the DJ’s stereo speakers, guests be- gin to leave. The dance is over. A group of juniors scatter across the commons snatching loose decora- tions in preparation for the even- ing’s later activities. Ring Dance 21

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Bonsai. Ring Dance night is the time for doing new and exotic things. Junior Barbara Hol- land and her date, senior Matt Mendez, per- formed a Japanese ritual before their dinner arrived at the Nara of Japan restaurant. 20 Ring Dance Next, Please. The day that every junior looks forward to is finally here. Juniors Danielle Or- rack, Robin Struck, Shayla Swank, and Holly Umstead waited for their turn to see the Herff Jones representative and receive their rings. Patience Is A Virtue. Upon their arrival at the Nara of Japan restaurant, juniors Sherry Baugh and Teri Van Meter wait patiently for their dates, Travis Rice and Jamey Diggs, to check their reservations.

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Role Reversal The Girls Take Control Fifty years ago a change took place that has altered many things. On November 9, 1938, a role reversal occurred and the tradition has car- ried on ever since. The day, called Sadie Hawkins’ Day, started from a cartoon strip called Li’l Abner which was written by Al Capp. He created a day when the females could rightfully pursue unattached males. In the comic strip, Daisy May chased Li’! Abner, and now, girls have the chance to capture the man of their dreams. Sadie Hawkins’ Day was cele- brated on Friday, November 18. The tradition of the girl pinning a pillow on the boy she chose continued. The creativity went from the pillow senior Julie Laske made for senior David Stowell stating “He Stowell my Heart” to “Bubbalicious” which freshman Lynne Watkins made for junior Bubba Ferguson. Her pillow was shaped like a bubblegum wrap- per and looked like one too. She said, “My mom gave me the idea.” Many girls worked long hours making pillows to impress their date. Junior Amy Miller pinned red- headed senior Eric Umstead. She ex- pressed “He’s Red Hot” on her pil- low. Amy said, “The whole time I was making it I kept thinking, he’s not going to wear it.” At the dance on Saturday there In Heaven! During second lunch senior Kevin Weis daydreams of sophomore Dana Atkins who has first lunch. Dana included Kevin’s name on the pillow by saying, “I’m in heaven when I’m with Kevin.” 22 Sadie Hawkins were free refreshments, a great DJ — and a preacher. Yes, that’s right a preacher to tie the knot between the © couples who wanted to get a certifi- cate, two aluminium wedding bands | and a snapshot of the memorable moment. . Many students dressed in flannel shirts and some girls even wore their hair in pig tails. Sophomore Paula Bolden exclaimed, “It was exciting — seeing everyone dressed-up.” . Hats off to Al Capp for starting a © tradition that has given women a day to choose who is right for them. Maybe he even opened the opportun- ity of choosing their dates all year long. Hold Still! Before school starts senior David | Stowell waits impatiently as his longtime girl- | friend, senior Julie Laske, pins on his pillow. | She used her pillow to explain how their re- | lationship began.