Ross S Sterling High School - Governor Yearbook (Baytown, TX)

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it's the little things C t uddenly the first day of high school ap- proached and the freshmen wondered nervously how their lives would change. They heard how the Texas government and a man named H. Ross Perot were revising the education system, and some began to worry. One incoming freshman, Carol Radle, said, “I’m wor- ried that I won’t be able to go through four years of Stars. I guess I’ll just get credit for two years.’’ Upperclassmen voiced their fears, also. Jimmy Shaw, a senior, said, “I’m a little unsure of this new grading system; it was hard enough to make the grades before. Many seniors were also disap- pointed to find out that exam exemp- fe“io R“nd Barrio». a f. , . c . r kicker for the varsity team. rest tions were more or less out of the ««crucial play. He kicked for picture. three extra point in the l«ee- After the first few days of complaints game , ho,° by and disappointments, most students simply accepted the stricter academic structure and went on about their work. This attitude presented by the student body was enough to prove to anyone that even the little things could not daunt the pride of those collectively calling themselves the Baytown Sterling Rangers. During a junior varsity vdleyball practice. Dee Moss and Lvnnea Green listen to instructions given by their coach. Mi Janice Hilliard. Photo by I.. Penn. opening 7

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6’ s Stairwells provide a spot for various activities other than the obvious one. as students like James Stewart use this area for doing homework, napping or just waiting for the next bell to ring. Photo by J. Culp. •From Section 21.723. FINAL EXAMINATION A student may not be exempted from taking a final examination in any class in which any other student is re- quired to take a final examina- tion. opening Taking time out of the first three periods, service club meetings are held periodically throughout the year. Elisu Ellis presides over the Keywanctte», one of the sen-ice clubs that is dismissed early from class to go to assigned places. Photo by R. Flowers. The first few days of school find teachers like Coach Mark C.ilstrap occupied with tedious paper tasks to insure that all records are filled out correctly. Photo by J. Culp.

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Excitement is ap- parent a Dean Crons leap into the air and displays the «1 sign signifying a win in the spirit stick competi- tion. It was one of the four wins the 12th graders picked up dur- ing football season. Photo by R. Flowers. student life