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

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ne enchanted evening “Pinch me; I must be dream¬ ing . ” If one could read the minds of students on the night of April 11, 1987, that statement may have been heard. Surrounded by drawings of Chinese junks, paper mache people, a fire-eating dragon, and the music of MIRRORS, couples floated into the gym for a night spent in the Orient. Preparations started in Febru¬ ary under the supervision of Ms. Anderson. Members of the junior class offered their help as the dream of a special evening be¬ came a reality. “Prom went to¬ gether smoothly. Decorations were ready on time, ” commented Ms. Anderson. “I had a lot of de¬ pendable help. I am most in¬ debted to Junior Class Officers. I got to know them as students and as friends.” Decorations were not the only thing started ahead of time. Guys began asking their special girls to honor them by attending the fes¬ tive occasion at their side. Dresses had to be purchased ' ; tuxedos ren¬ ted; flowers ordered. Dinner reservations, film for the camera, wash and wax for the car — all these to make this night a most memorable one. After parents had a chance to observe the scene, couples socialized the evening away with music, refreshments, and picture¬ taking. “I thought the decorations were creative and well done. I re¬ ally enjoyed being with my friends,” said B J Quesenberry. The bewitching hour of mid¬ night approached and promgoers became party-goers. After the prom students had no fairy god¬ mother waiting to turn their Porsche into a VW. It was a wonderful night spent in fantasyland and it did not end until you said it was over. Arm in arm. While being announced, Diana Six and her date, Chris Byrd walk arm in arm through the line of couples. Prom 15

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We’re looking hot tonight. During the dance, Carson McCoy Angie Robertson, Shanna Belcher, and Darren Kilby pose for a picture of a special occasion. It’s my pleasure! says Tony Turpin as he escorts his date, Shannon Savage while also being announced. Full of smiles. As they walk proudly down the center of the gym, Kim Phillips and her date Gerald Dobbins give each other a big smile. 14 — Prom

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A Moment To Remember The c ay, the hour had arrived; the most important c ay, the most important hour in 486 lives. It was graduation day. Parents, relatives, and friends were looking on with anticipation as the class of ' 87 marched into the gym one by one. After all seniors were seated, Rev. Bobby Hunter, pastor of the First Baptist Church, gave the invocation. It was followed by the welcome, which was given by Heather Moore, class president. Salutato- rian, Teri Sue Wyker, spoke next. The Concert Choir sang two songs, “Walk a Little Slower My Friend’’ and “I Am but a Small Voice.’’ The Rev. Edward IV. Wood, pastor of the Radford First Pentecostal Holiness Church, gave the prayer which was followed by the speech of Emily DeHaven, valedictorian. Then six seniors, Monique Carter, Louie Hunter, Michelle Slaughter, Stacey McClanahan, Lisa Spen¬ cer, and Eddie Wood sang “That’s What Friends Are For.’’ The emotional impact of this presentation left some seniors in tears. After the introduction of the graduates, the diplomas were awarded by Kenneth J. Dobson, Superintendent of Schools. The Benediction was given by the Rev. Clayton D. Sweet, Jr., pastor of the New Hope Baptist Chapel. Welcome! Heather Moore Class President giuing the welcome speech at graduation. 16 — Graduation