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

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10 Ey« «end to wander as students like Alyce Alan, Rene Swift. Rcushawn White. Erica Thomas and Jonathan Narcisse congregate in small groups in the commons before the 8 a.m. bell. Photo by R. Flowers. Timmy Tilton experiences a different look at life as he assumes a comfortable position to watch all the girls as they walk by. Photo by R. Rowers. looking over his shoulder, Jeremy Vasqucz pauses as he helps Greg Moseley make a spirit decoration at one of the many poster parties held throughout the football season. Photo by G. L Hurta Watching...

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As students roamed about the halls, going from class to class, they could not help but to realize their own ex- istence and the ex- istence of the school which surrounded them. And. after such a realization was estab- lished, a relationship between the students and the school would soon prosper as they brought about a co- existence with one another. Everything from the annual Howdy Dance to the Senior Prom made its mark upon the life of the student body. Even the commons, a large empty space of noth- ingness, did its part in adding something special to the everyday lives which students lived by providing a place where they could visit, rest or speak with friends. As the days passed by, these surroundings seemed to constantly change. Whether it was the State Legislature, the rapidly growing city, or the rezoning of the districts, the effects of change were evident. And. by the end of the year, the school that students entered for the first day September 3. 1985. seemed to be somewhat of a different place. Throughout all of the changes which took place, there remained the school, the student, and their relationship. They found that even though changes would continue to occur, they would always be in familiar surroundings. Student Life 9

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eople watching produces popular pastime as first impressions told Guys watching girls, girls watching guys, couples watching each other: this was all part of a popular pastime. Usually differences were noted, but whether it was clothes, personality, or the way you “strutted your stuff.” people were watching you. Explained Joe Ron Waldrop, “The first thing 1 notice is a person’s smile. It really appeals to me because it usually means you have a great personality!” Sherry Bates added, “The first thing that I notice is a person’s mood. That tells you how to act around someone ... If they are in a bad mood ... you are going to find out what’s wrong.” Then there were some who watched secretly. Angela Ingham explained, “After watching someone when he doesn’t realize it, ou can tell him how silly e looked and he’ll be embarrassed. Watching from afar was also a pleasure for some. Kelli Aubey, senior, reminisced, “I love to watch Miles Hopper at football games. Even though I hate to see him eet tackled, it’s fun to see him in action. On the sidelines,” she quickly emphasized, “is best because I like to see his face light up when the team does well.” Wherever watching took place — at school, the mall, Fastimes in Pasadena, or Westheimer on a Saturday night — most watchers were, in the end. watchecs. As she responds to the cute face Dandy Lucas is making. Larissa Jones, junior, experiences the Howdy Dance September 14 that was designed to welcome the freshmen to the school. Photo by E. Ginn. With a look of boredom. Tommy Jcn- nischc, sophomore but a J.V. foot- ball player, perhaps feels a bit left out as Dana McNcel and Amy Ken- nedy carry on a conversation around him. and in spite of him. Photo by E. Ginn. The Student Body 11