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

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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

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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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student life T TT T ith the ringing of the — 8 a.m. bell, students V V began their daily lives, which were often filled with both curricular and ex- tracurricular activities to keep them occupied. Little things, from picking up attendance cards to getting I.D.’s made or voting for Student Council of- ficers, helped to pass the days. Pep rallies, hall decorating contests, and “special weeks,” such as those of Homecoming and Lee Week, promoted school spirit tremendously. And, at the end of the school day, everyone could breathe a heavy sigh of relief as the three o’clock bell rang, proving that even the little things made a huge impact on our everyday lives. Being without a driver’ license or a vehicle can mean a lot of waiting to some students. Kathleen Lemelle is one of the many who must wait for her ride after the 3 p.m. dismissal bell. Photo by R. Flowers. During the Rayburn game, members of the Oc- tagon Club hold up a sign reminding the spectators of Open House the next week. It seemed to be a success as more than 821 people registered at the annual event. Photo by R. Flowers. student life 9