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

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Tears! Singing “ That ' s What Friends Are For. Monique Carter. Stacey McClan- 12 Years! That ' s how many years David ahan. Louie Hunter, Eddie Wood. Michele Burchett has been waiting for this mo- Slaughter, and Lisa Spencer. ment. Words of Wisd om! Emily Jane DeHaven presents her valedictory address to the assemblage. Emily Jane DeHaven — Valedictorian $500 Scholarship to Va. Tech. Teri Sue Wyker — Salutatorian $1000 Academic Scholarship $500 Scholarship of Auerett College Tracy Lynn Wienke $8000 Scholarship to Concordia College Judith Angeline Dalton — $1000 Scholarship to Lynchburg College Ronald Teel Shelburne — Athletic Grant Radford University Randall Miller Meredith Athletic Grant East Tennessee State DAR Good citizen Awards Lisa Gail Estep Ronald Teel Shelburne O.C. Brewer Memorial Scholarship Kimberly Ann Bogle Laurie Angela Chandler Lida Marlene Parks Sterling Kent Tucker Robert Eugene Viars Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial Award Tokey Monique Carter Thumbs Up! While waiting for the big mo¬ ment Ann Cody gives Tommy Patterson a sign of confidence. Graduation — 17

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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

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prom Tennis Shoes to Evening Gowns Pretty ladies, dresses and casuql wear were the main part of the pageant. The junior and senior girls stayed after school the week before the pageant to decorate the Little Theatre and to practice for the big night. There were thirty-three girls participating in the main event. They all arrived at six o’clock and began to primp and make sure everything was just perfect. Later all the girls gathered into the choir room and sat for some final instructions. The final moment came, and the girls mod¬ eled in their casual wear. After this, backstage everyone was put¬ ting on evening gowns and primp¬ ing some more. Some even changed their hair-styles. After the evening gown competition there was a cut, and the competition was nar¬ rowed down to eighteen girls. These girls modeled again in their evening gowns. The next cut was from eighteen to seven. The top seven girls were Cherie Lemons, Karen Chinault, Shelly Mabe, Angie Johnston, Angie VanHoy, Patricia Hughett and Dawn Dillon. Former Miss P.C.H.S. Dana Long then took her last walk as she received a rose. Then the time came to find out who was going to be the queen. The second runner up was Patricia Hughett. The first runner up was Angie Johnston, and the winner was Shelly Mabe. All three were members of the Senior class. Dana crowned Shelly, and the ushers gave roses to the runner- ups. Ushers were Blair Chandler, Rick Mathena, Brad Powers, and Brad Wine. Sitting Pretty! During the Pageant, LaDonna Lyons, Laura Howard and Rhonda Cox sit in the choir room talking about their plans for the evening. A bit of info! Former Miss PCHS, Dana Long, and Trey Tilson announce the ladies in the pageant and some of their daily activi¬ ties. Awaiting the final moment! While clasp- rest of the contestants wait to find out who ing hands, the top seven finalists and the will be the next Miss P.C.H S. 18 - Miss P.C.H.S.