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

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First Lady. Kristi Viafore. and Governor. Donovan Forbes are surrounded by their court during the February 2 assembly in the school auditorium. The senior court consists of Lt. Governor Allen Wachtel. Lt. Governor's Lady Melissa Copeland. All- School Duke Randy Barrios and All-School Duchess Kysa Anderson. Other senior court members are Lester Felder. Rene Harrington. Steve Weaver. Tonya Thurman. Kelly Wilkie. Gina l imbert. Adam Henry. Lisa Robinson. Allen Russell and .lannu Capps. Photo by K. Hendon. In the junior class. I irry Earls presents Jana Alpha. Other representatives of the junior class are Kelli Naismith escorted by Gallen Gardener Photo by K. Hendon. 28 governor and first lady

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Candidates such as Allen Wachtel, Allison Smith, Tif- fany Arnett and Donovan Forbes are also to exhibit courage, dignity and a will- ingness to succeed in any task. Photo by L. Penn. Citizens like Kysa Anderson and I.ester Felder are not selected on a popularity basis but on an all-around basis. Photo by L. Penn. QunliticH that voters examine when nominating seniors include leadership ability, productivity, concern for others and class participation, qualities that Susan Nethery, Allen Russell and Melissa Copeland possess. Photo by I.. Penn. sterling citizens 27

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Everything was executed precisely when Donovan Forbes and Kristi Viafore were elected Governor and First Lady during the first assembly of the school year. The evident organ- ization of the assembly was made possible by the hard work of all involved, which was recognized when Mr. Ed Wachtel, principal, commented, “This is one of the finest assemblies I’ve ever at- tended in a high school.” Both first and second assemblies carried on the traditional fashion of presenting Governor and First Lady and their court. As each couple was presented, a selected few performed various songs. “The long practice hours paid off because it gave me confidence on stage,” replied Tony Estes, who sang Stuck On You. “I thought everyone did his best.” A touch of musical variety was added when guitar player Bryan Roy accompanied Marlon Lit- tlejohn as he sang Dust in the Wind. The piano, played by Mrs. Becky Kinder, accompanied the other singers. A duet, by Ted Wiggins and Robyn Wyatt, was a feature that was introduced this year. My favorite part of the production was seeing what everyone wore. The girls wore really pretty for- mats, and the guys were decked out in suits. They looked nice,” said Charisma Berry. Kristi, who was elected First Lady, commented, “It’s quite an honor to be elected for this position, so, needless to say, I was extremely happy. I've been a member of this court for the past three years, but this was definitely the best!” With verses from the sons. The Rose. Carol Barnwell displays her vocal talents that won her fourth place in All- State Choir. Photo by K. Hendon. Everything just fell into place when we got on stage. explains Bryan Roy as he shows off his musical gift - He accompanied Marlon Little- john during the two assemblies. Photo by A. Perkins. Sophomore Brad Walsh escorts Honda Cillum to the front of the stage Other representatives of the sophomore class are Tony DeRamus and Laura Brown. Photo by K. Hendon. In the freshman class. Jeremy Vasquez presents I.ori Nelson. Ralph Brock and Jen- nifer Copeland are also elected by the freshmen. Photo by K. Hendon. STERLING MUNICIPAL LIBRARY ■AYTOWN, TEXAS governor and first lady 29