Pulaski County High School - Cougar Pinnacle Yearbook (Dublin, VA)

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Tears and Fears, Expectations High The day had finally arrived. May 29, 1986. This was not an ordinary day for the class of I 1986. It was Graduation Day. As j family, friends, and visitors , arrived at the school, all made sure they had their tickets, which were required for admis- | sion. The bleachers and chairs ! on the floor began to fill. As the temperature started to rise, programs were turned into ! fans. At eight o’clock the class of j ’86 marched in while junior Emily DeHaven played “Pomp and Circumstance” on the piano. As soon as the 550 seniors were seated, the invoca¬ tion was given by Reverend Michael B. McCrorey, pastor of Dublin Presbyterian Church. The welcome was given next by Cheryl Anne Cruise, Vice President of the Senior Class. Salutatorian, Nancy Louise Hickam, spoke on never pass¬ ing up an opportunity. The Con¬ cert Choir performed two pieces, “I Am But A Small Voice” and “Walk A Little Slower My Friend.” The prayer was then given by Eddie Callahan, pastor of Community Christian Church of Newbern. The Valedictorian, David Scott Huddle, spoke to his fellow classmates about surviving in the ever-changing world. A special part to the service was when seniors Teresa hurd and Tim Crouse sang “The Greatest Love of All.” Then Mr. Dewey Wilson, with the help of Mr. Elmer Huff and Mr. Carl Lindstrom, introduced the seniors. The big moment came when Mr. Kenneth J. Dobson, Superintendent of Pulaski County Schools, awarded the diplomas to the seniors. The benediction was given by Mrs. Iva Hunter, evangelist. After the ceremony, proud family members and friends inched their way to the lobby and outside of the gym which were buzzing with plans for the beach. Tears could be found in many eyes while cheers roared from other mouths. The tassels were all turned, and the senior year had come to an end. Seniors patiently await the awarding of the diplomas. Spirits were high as the class members anticipated the moment when their names would be called. Preparing for the graduation cere¬ mony Mr. Wilson gives last minute in¬ structions to the Seniors before they receive their diplomas. Superintendent of Pulaski Co. Schools, Kenneth J. Dobson, awards Debbie Burchett her diploma with a hand¬ shake. Mr. Dobson was responsible for the handing out of diplomas. Graduation —

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Honor Graduates for the class of “86” were Front row: Sharon Glasgow, Laura James, Karen McDaniel, Heidi Wood, Second row: Chris Stafford, Dena Cox, Heather Lockwood, Back row: Denice Jarrells, Cheryl Mabry, Charles Van Meter, Aaron Ratcliff. A welcome sight to many Seniors was the diploma. The diploma was the first step toward success. Jlepariment of Jtmcaiton htploma is afoarhrh to %. 1 lids foljo tjas complrtrh tljr rrqmrrmrnts for graduation from Pulaaki (Enmtlg IStyli Srlnml dmirn in Jnlasht Conntu tips month of atjg 1986. principal Jsutprrintrndcnl of j5 el|ools (Cl|nirman of Scl]ool oarb — Graduation

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Encouraged by Athletic Director Mr. Carl Lindstrom, Mr. Roger Caudell, Auto Body teacher, and Mr. Wade Roope, School Board maintenance worker, put the finishing touches on the new field- house. With his schedule in hand, Mr. Odell Sheffey, new tenth grade principal and activities director, oversees students as they pass to the first pep rally. Even though she is momentarily distracted, Mrs. Majella Myers, former tenth grade principal, stands by to lend a helping hand. Mrs. Myers became twelfth grade principal last fall. As construction of the stadium addi¬ tion begins, Mr. Joel Hicks, football coach, and County Superintendent, Mr. Kenneth Dobson, watch while construction workers check forms. Once a half, now a whole, the comple¬ ted Computer Building houses six state-of-the-art labs. 26 — Changes