Rockbridge High School - Rebel Yearbook (Fairfield, VA)

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Finished, Yet Beginning Graduation is the most anticipated event in an individual’s high school career. On June 10, graduation became a reality for the Class of 1987. To the tune of “Pomp and Cir- cumstance,” the seniors marched in two by two and took their seats before the stage in VMI’s Cameron Hall. These were their final moments as Rockbridge High School students. Rev. Dan Clark of Bethesda Presbyterian Church delivered the in- vocation. Following his address, Salutatorian Kathy Reed and Valedic- Eric Clark and Chris Vassar chat in the cor- ridor of Cameron Hall preceding the graduation ceremony. 68 Graduation torian Joan Swisher delivered their farewell speeches. Benjamin T. King, the Dean of Instruction and Student Services at Dabney S. Lancaster Com- munity College, gave the Commence- ment Address. Alumni Trenton Beard and Melloyra Mason were the featured soloists. Graduation is a time when the senior class unites as a whole for a final time. It is a time of happiness and tears, a time when the student comes face to face with the challenges and opportunities the world has to offer. Graduates Tracy Miller and Teresa Hall con- gratulate each other before marching out of the Salutatorian Kathy Reed delivers a speec reflecting the memories of the Class of 1987. auditorium. Emily Carickhoff waits her turn a: usher Ken Noblin stands at attention.

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| Senior classmates Carmela Hollandsworth and Crystal Bryant exemplify the closeness felt throughout the class during Class Night. Hamburgers and hot dogs provide Scott Wade, Sonny Staton, and Mike Burch with energy for the remainder of the Senior Picnic. . © Ne a Sd hid e. foe a r he Capitol Building was a place of interest hectic day, the Class of 1987 gathers fora mo- Applause echoes through the gym as each lisited on the trip. Taking a break from their ment to pose fora picture on the Capitol steps. senior is recognized for his or her ac- complishments during Class Night. Senior Activities 67

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| Minutes before the ceremony, Julie Hostetter Valedictorian Joan Swisher becomes the Conversing with one another to pass the takes a moment to reminisce about her high first member of the Class of 1987 to receive her time, seniors wait to line up for their final school years. diploma. march. Geurrattd WIL ETART wicritare The benediction marks the final part of the class listens as Rev. Clark prays for the success graduation ceremony. With heads bowed, the and well-being of each individual in the future. Graduation