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

Text from Pages 1 - 240 of the 1987 volume:

Groups People Ads Index Unlike in the past years, clubs and organizations had to meet on their own time instead of that set aside during the school day. With 557 students graduating, or at least hoping to. this year’s senior class was slightly larger than last year’s group of seniors. Prices in the oil patch weren’t the best. However, local mer- chants came through again to help finance the 1987 Governor. Regardless of the label, whether it was student, teacher, or other, the alphabetical listing had all these individuals in addition to activities. 1987 Ross S. Sterling Senior High School 300 West Baker Road Baytown, Texas 77521 Volume 21 Making this setting a truly classic one. the student body’s spirit peaks in the commons November 7, the day of “The Game. The sounds of The Night We Drove ‘Ole Dixie Down filled the halls as, literally, hundreds of students sang the words of the popular Lee Week song. Many students got a lift above the crowd while others stayed on the ground and took a stand ... to be a Ranger fan. Photo by D. Franta. Sterling first opened its doors in the fall of 1966, setting tne stage for a new era in Baytown. Mrs. Terri White, government teacher who was a freshman cheerleader here during that first year, recalled, “It was really exciting to get to create new traditions. We really had to show a sense of pride because we were the ‘outcast school’ at the time.’’ Mrs. Willena Cherry, registrar, who worked with Mrs. Winnie Brown, the first principal, for two years prior to this time, said, “Since we were the ‘new school’ that had cost the district lots of money, we had a hard time getting anything but the basics. But we pulled together, worked hard and had lots of fun.” Now, two decades later, the school is new enough to be of modern design yet old enough to be distinctly unique. Similarly, when an automobile is 20 years old, it can be considered a classic. Sterling, too, can be considered this, a place ageless in its changing with the times, offering much, in truly ... a classic setting. Ian lohnson. a senior office assis- tant. helps Ms Lisa Huntley with her dally routines. Ms. Huntley was secretary for Mrs. Janie Chris- tian. freshman assistant principal. Photo by E. Rasmussen. 2 Prologue Learning what physically handi- capped students experience every day are students in Ms. Mary Lewis' lob Orientation class. Patrick Caesar, sophomore, was in- troduced to problems they go through while doing research in the library. Patrick had a difficult time using the card catalog and go- ing up the ramp while blindfolded and in a wheelchair. Photo by D. Fronto. Is tradition dictates, the Rangers me tearing through the break- rough poster before the Rayburn une. David Skinner, a team ember, exclaimed. I guess it’s ©tty good to have the posters. It Ids to school spirit and team orale. Photo by D. Fronto. A. ks she assists Talia Stevens. Mrs. Suzi Powers tries to lend some knowledge so a paper can be com- pleted correctly. In Mrs. Powers honors classes, many questions were asked, yet she always came through with an answer . or at least something that sounded good. Photo by E. Rasmussen. 1 rying to keep his footing while breaking a tackle during the game against Rayburn is running back Kerry Henderson. Although the Rangers went on to lose the battle. Kerry chalked up another 100-plus yard game. Photo by D. Fronto , Prologue 3 At the band Halloween party Oc- tober 14. Trey Guidry, a junior with Amy Stuart, freshman, comes costumed as a rock star. I came dressed like this because I like David Lee Roth. Trey said. Pholo by H. Lutz. No. she's not playing dolls. Elaine Hernandez is just taking care of her project in Mrs. Brenda Stone's Home and Family Living class. Students were required to treat their dolls as real children for three days in order to find out what caring for a real child would be like. Photo by R. .Vester. I ust as things are always changing in all aspects of high school life, things also change in such places as the teachers' lounge. If they can't paint the town. Ms. Donna Swlnt and Mr. Doug Traylor decide they will help the walls of the downstairs lounge when faculty members gave the lounge a needed facelift. Photo by D. Franta. Getting caught up in the spirit of the moment. Missy Horton per- forms a Mexican hat dance as part of her initiation into the Spanish Club during Ms. Annette Moulder's class October 22. The event has become somewhat of a tradition in which many students participated. Photo by D. Franta. 4 Prologue One legendary event known to most Sterling Rangers was the first varsity foot- ball victory over the Lee Ganders. In the fall of ’71 the Ranger glory had just begun ... and thus began the classic song com- memorating a stupendous win over the cross-town rivals. The song, The Night We Drove ’Ole Dixie Down, with Ranger- tailored lyrics, became Sterling’s anthem to victorious times, combining the best of sporting events with the epitome of victories. One outstanding event — if something 10 feet tall can be considered outstanding — was the unveiling of the new Ranger mascot held during the annual Pigskin Preview September 2, the first day of school. An annual event, along with the presentation of the new school symbol, combined the best of the old and the new to help firmly establish that new things continually added, kept things interesting in the realm of... a classic setting. Glenn St. Italian and Eugene Wilson discuss what needs to be done to repair an engine during small engine repair class. Photo by S. Murphy. While t • trying to chalk up another point for Sterling and. at the same time defending against a score from the Dobie team, is Sheri Don Herr- ington Acting as guards were KeithA Porter and Ramona CaesAr. Photo by R. N’ester. Prologue 5 Like .ill faculty members do. Mrs. Wanda Watts, business teacher, gets acquainted with the Xerox photocopying machine. The new machine replaced the old one that had been in use since 1971 and had run in excess of six million copies. Photo by D. Frunta. ilrouslng spirit at the football games is just part of the task at hand for the cheerleaders. Stacey Voytek. Donna Simmons and Dana Barrett perform one of their drills in order to boost spirit at the game against Port N'e.ches-Groves. Photo byD. Fronto. School wouldn’t really be school if it were not for students ana the classes they attended, both of which were abundant. Two thousand, four hundred and eighty- five students were enrolled, making this population 3.72 percent smaller than in 1986. After the first six-weeks grading )eriod. this number earned grades ranging rom 39 percent of A’s, to six percent F’s. ater, in October, school wide testing oc- curred, featuring such initials as the S. A.T., the P.S.A.T., the C.T.B.S., the T. E.A.M.S. and the A.S.V.A.B., proving that Sterling students could “make the grade” in additional ways as well. Due to the number of students, a total of four classes were dropped in four areas while three additional ones in different areas were added. So, as the year got fully underway and began to take on a character of its own, results were produced that in- dicated what was already essentially known: Life experienced here could only be generated in one big classy ... classic setting. 6 Prologue For ono day in October, the books are put aside to watch the Houston Astros as they battlo the Now York Mots for the National league Championship. Watching the game with much anticipation are Ted Cole. Shawn Schimming. Richard Li nek. Scott Singletary and Theron Ripko. Photo by I). Fmnla. In a J.V. match between Cypress- Fairbanks. Ross Phillips attempts to ward off the defender while try- ing to fire a goal. The J.V. water polo team went on to beat Cypress - Fa i r b a n ks in another suc- cessful finish. Photo by R. Nestor. JK.t |uan Gar oria looks on. Mr. Mike Ellis advises Lester Knupple on how to put the finishing touch into one of his drafting projects. The class worked on several pro- jects throughout the year Photo by D. Front a. Prologue 7 EVENTA From 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.. more than 2,400 teenagers spent their time in this somewhat unique world called high school. It seemed every day there was something new happening. Our world kept revolving and oefore we knew it, we had made yet another revolution. The final day of school had arrived. The school year began with a bane with the Pigskin Preview that was hela September 2 in the auditorium. It was a big night for many as the football team was introduced and the new Ranger mascot revealed. The year progressed with Homecoming and the big rivalry between Sterling and Lee. The nolidays came and went and final exams were taken. As quickly as the start of school began, the first semester was over. The second semester was underway and students were headed down the home stretch. The spring break and Easter vacations passed and the senior class held its traditional Chicken Fry to raise money for that big night. Prom ar- rived and most everyone seemed to agree that it would be a memory that they would cherish for a lifetime. Final- ly, the school year ended and another chapter of Sterling High School was complete. For seniors, their high school endeavor had ended. The rest still had memories waiting for them as more school days lay ahead. The time seemed to pass too quickly in our own little corner of the world, a world spinning in a classic setting. 8 Events Keeping an old tradition alive, freshmen and sophomores vote on those who will represent them in the Homecoming Court. Sherri Gillum and Sherry Larson, fresh- man and sophomore duchesses respectively, probably agreed that while it was an honor to be in the court, it was even more of an honor to be chosen by their classmates for the posi- tion. Photo by E. Rasmus sen. Events 9 Greeting Rob's teacher. Mr Robert Brown moots Mrs. Laura Kellner, his son's math toachor. Mrs, Kellner was also the math tutor. Photo by S. Murphy. All walks of life were represented at Sterling, and this was no better il- lustrated October 14 when Open House welcomed parents from the three com- munities from which Sterl- ing drew its students: Baytown. Highlands and McNair. Even though each com- munity was distinctly dif- ferent. this annual event was a prime example of how separate units joined together to form a group uniquely known as Sterling. As the evening’s planned activities progressed, parents, students, faculty members and ad- ministrators all shared the common bond of being Rangers. However, most seemed pleased with the communi- ty in which they lived. Michael Cowen, a senior, said. I always hear snide remarks about Highlands but people don’t mean anything by it. it’s just in fun. Nicole McDonald, a senior, added, 'Tve lived there all my life and love it.’’ Michael Auzenne. a senior, felt the same way about where he lived. ’’I don't care about the jokes that are made: I like being in McNair. I have friends around me there. Baytownians felt the same wav about where they lived. Robbie Walker, sophomore, said. “1 like being so close to school. Besides, my friends are never far awav Soon 9 p.m. rolled around and Open House was of- ficially over. As individuals left the building to return to their respective homes, Mrs. janie Christian, assistant principal, concluded. Open House was a great success! 10 Open House Open House An excellent example of a school organization that features students from the throe communities I R.O.T.C. The silent drill team, standing at attention waiting to perform, includes Kevin Atkins from Baytown; Cory Henderson. Baytown; Eugene Neal. Highlands; Ronnie Wilson, Baytown; Chuck Linder. McNair; Gilbert Cart. Baytown; und Oanny Tarver. Baytown. Photo by S. Murphy. Students and their parents listen as Mr Ed Wachtel, principal, discusses the new discipline management rules. In this, the auditorium part of the evening. Tony DeRamus, Student Council prosident. was muster of ceremonies. Photo hyS. Murphy. Mrs. Evelyn Yarborough, freshman English teacher, greet Mrs. Ellis Hubbard. |r.. and her son, lerard. during the classroom visitation portion of the annual event. Photo by S. Murphy. Open House, held October 14. gives parents and teachers the oppor- tunity to mingle with teachers and students. Jennifer Jones. Larrisa Jones and Allison Abshier chat with Ms. Alicia Talley about the school year that was just about one month old. Photo by E. Rasmussen. Office personnel Mrnos. Nan Jacob- son, Darlene Barnett. Willena Cherry. Beverly Wilson and Na- dean Bossley assist parents by giv- ing out student schedules and answering a wide variety of ques- tions. Photo by S. Murphy. Open House 11 12 A drum roll is heard as the new Ranger mascot is slowly revealed, and is accepted by a thunderous applause from the auditorium crowd. Photo by E. Rasmussen. The new Ranger mascot, displayed in the commons soon aftor the unveiling at Pigskin Preview, looks down at the student body. The commons was a hot spot for pur- chasing the latest paraphernalia such as the Terrible Towels, shirts, buttons, football tickers, posters and ribbons. Photo by E Rasmussen. Preparing the run-through posters for the game against Rayburn is lames Barrera, who made the signs each wcok during fifth and sixth period Offering assistance is Mrs. Claire Bays, cheerleader sponsor, who also worked on the pasters. She explained. “On Mondays we cut the paper, on Tuesday we sketched the drawings. Wednesday we painted, and James did the dotail work on Thursday. Photo by D. Pronto. Flanked by other seniors. Billy Russom and Richard Linck watch with enthusiasm as the student body gears up for the traditional Fight competition at the conclusion of the pep rally. Photo by D. Pronto. Spirit “I like to do anything to ... help student morale. Spirit was exhibited in ways that will help make 1987 stand out in its own unique way. in large part because of what Rangers wore. While the water polo team captured top state honors and the varsity foot- ball team finished with a 5-5 record, spirit was exhibited on. and in. special apparel. After an absence of two years, overalls returned on Thursdays during football season. Symbolizing Overhaul Whatever Team We're Playing This Week, the item was worn by everyone from the principal on down. Mrs. Janie Chris- tian. assistant principal, said. I like to do anything to promote spirit. I also like to do things that are positive and help student morale. Thursday also witnessed Stars wearing warmups and the offensive lineman sporting “Bruise Brothers shirts. On Friday, the entire var- sity football team wore blue We Is The Key shirts. This phrase — across the front — was complemented on the back with The only thing you need from me is the challenge to become we.” About wearing them. Mar- cos Vargas, a senior, said. It, like, brought us together. Also on Friday, six pep rallies were held throughout the season. The spirit stick — presented to the winning class at the con- clusion of each event — was won by the sophomores four times and the seniors twice. Kristi Reese, a senior, said. “We won the last two. Homecoming and Lee. After this last game was over. Billy Mathews, senior’ offensive lineman, said. We spent the last four years of our lives working hard, living and breathing football, and then suddenly, abruptly it was over. Directing the spirit in an early- commons with the cheerleaders, morning pep rally is Lori Nelson, football players. Stars and band Stacey Voytek. Sherri Larson and members participating. Photo by E. Ronda Gillum. Friday's events Rasmussen, usually began at 7:30 a.m. In the Spirit During football season, students weren't the only ones 'overhauling' the opposing team. Reviving an old tradition, students and faculty members alike wore their overalls to show support for the football team. Showing her school spirit. Ms. Annette Moulder. Spanish teacher, sports hor overalls. Photo by D. Franta. in one of the four regular pep rallies during the season. Koyla Reeves. Zohn Flukinger, Angela Ingham and Lynnea Green show their spirit in front of their motto which was adapted from the varsi- ty football players' slogan. “We is the Key Photo by D. Franta. Spirit 13 Drilling after school is just pari of the task of staying in good physical condition. R.O.T.C. members. Cory Henderson, Chuck hinder. Kirk Austin. Chris Swindell, lames Miller, and Ronnie Wilson strive to got into shape as they perform ex- ercises after school Photo by D. Fronto. Like some students. Eric Rasmussen spends much of his time working at Chfc-Fll-A in San lacinto Moll Eric stated. 1 like working because it gives me something to do while oarning a lit- tle money doing it Photo by D. Franta. Injured players scattered about the sidelines watch the game like the fans. Kylo Ellis and Tim Simpson can’t contribute their skills to the game but they can cheer the others on. Photo by E. Rasmussen. ‘‘It’s just part of the job” It's three o’clock and students begin to pour in- to the halls and spill out into the parking lots. For some, the school day is over. However, for manv it was just another bell that signaled another switch. The bell marked a time for extra cur- ricular activities, a money making job or just a time to go home. After that bell rang ending sixth period. Christie Hillier. a senior, made her way to the ten- nis courts. I like the game and being with the people on the team. It’s enjoyable and it’s good exercise as well.” Julie Kubica, soph- omore. stayed after school for Star practice. She explained. I like being in Stars because it4s fun.” Julie said she didn’t mind staying after school because “It’s just part of the job.” SpeaKing ot jobs, manv students went to a job after school. Nathan Chaddick, a senior, went seeking that extra dollar at a pizza shop in the mall. YVork- ing gives me the op- portunity to have some spending money for the weekend.” Nathan ex- plained that his job was sometimes rather time- consuming but that he usually found a way to get his homework done. Alissa Rincon, sophomore, chose to spend her time at home. Sne stated. After seven hours at school, I’m ready to go home and rest awhile.” She said that the time spent after school was to help her unwind from a busy day. Whether they were staying after school for extra-curricular ac- tivities. going to a job or just going home, students stayed busy. No matter who they were, it seemed they always had places to be or things to do after that final bell sounded. 14 After 3 O'Clock Receiving instruction from Sgt Muj Harold Smith on how to fire a handgun Is Mrs. Lois Walker, book- keeper The faculty shooting pro- gram. in which Mr . Walker par- ticipated. began in September at the R.O.T.C. shooting rango. Mrs. Walker exclaimed. “You're never too old to learn. Photo by D. Fronto. After 3 O’clock The east parking lot resembles a maze after the bell rings at 3 p.m. People walking to cars, trying to leave their parking space and waiting for the buses to arrive sometimes made exiting the cam- pus quite a task Photo by O. Fran la. As the old cliche goes. Practice makes perfect.” Proving the cliche truo are the band members per- forming their drill that had been practiced for many hours. As Don- na Kemplay. head drum major, ex- claimed. The practicing sometimes got pretty old. but it was all worth It in the long run. Photo by D. Fran tu. After 3 O'clock 15 The expression says it all as Rondo Gillum is crowned 1986 Homecom- ing Queen during the Pasadena game Oclobor 31 Also with Ronda are S.Sgt. lames Miller. Jana Alpha. '85 queen: Mr. John Baker. Rondo's escort and stepfather, and Capl. Danny Taver. Photo by G. Prescott. Waiting with much anticipation for the announcement to be made is Stacey Voytek. escorted by her father. Mr Noil Voytek. Stacey was later announced Homecoming Princess. Photo by D. Fronto. Like other Homecomings of tho post. Keywanette members busy themsolves by making mums in the auditorium. Working on their orders are Tosha Gwarntney. l.iosel Weber and Patricia Watkins. Photo by L. Meyers In her first appearance at a high With her is her father. Mr. f school Homecoming ceremony is Gillum. Photo by R. Nester. Sherri Gillum, freshman duchess. 16 Homecoming Homecoming ’86 'em 46€A “I can’t ever remember being so happy. ” With only two games left in the season. Ster- ling entered Stallworth Stadium October 31 hop- ing to get back in the win column. The Rangers had already fallen victim to two district opponents and hopes of possible playoff contention were all but gone. However, besides being Halloween, it was also Homecoming. The spirit and the half- time festivities made for a memorable game as the Rangers went on to triumph over Pasadena 35-19 and Ronda Gillum was crowned queen. The Homecoming court, which was com- posed of all cheerleaders, was the highlight of the ceremonies. Ronda. a senior, was crowned queen after being a court member for four years. It was the most exciting feeling I’ve ever ex- perienced. I was so honored. I can’t ever remember being so hap- py. exclaimed the new queen. The band and Stars also helped make the event special. Once again, the teams combined efforts to commemorate the ’86 Texas Sesquicentennial. While playing a medley of Texas songs, a giant Texas flag was formed. This brought both sides to a standing ovation in honor of the state’s 150th birthday. Homecoming also brought a welcome start to the most anticipated time of the year. Lee Week. The spirit pro- moted bv the win multiplied numerous times and set the stage for the cross-town show down the next week. Among band and Star members. Dana Barrett and her stepfather. Mr. Ron Gant, wait for the an- nouncement of the new queen She was later named senior duchess. Photo by C. Prescott. The second touchdown of the Homecoming game against the Pasadena Kagles is made by Kerry Henderson. He was a junior who was spending his second year on the varsity team Photo by I). Fronta. lunior duchess. Toni Monacy. stands with her father. Mr. Gary Monacy. waiting to see who will be named queen as the band plays Say Vou Say Me. Photo by D. Franla. Sherry Larson, sophomore duchess, is escorted by her father. Mr. Ronald Larson, during halftime ceremonies of the football game Photo by G.Prescott Homocoming 17 18 In preparing their senior hall for Lee Week. Danny Fuller and Roland Smith haul in two ducks to add 8 life-like quality to the theme. Guess What's for Dinner? This year the annual week was November 3- 7. Photo by D. Fran to. week Even though Sterling didn’t win “The Game.” which enabled Lee to go to the playoffs, the Classic Ranger Pride Inside was visible throughout the week. This was evident as the popular Guess apparel set the theme for a Gander-hunting week in which the theme was “Guess What’s for Dinner?” In the showdown, all hope wasn’t lost until the final 17 seconds of the game when a key running back, who had already made two touchdowns, fumbled the punt return and Lee recovered it. A touchdown at this point would have caus- ed a tie or insured a win for the Rangers if the extra point was made. Eugene Wilson, a senior, explained, “I was nervous before the game. I wanted to do good. When it was over, I couldn’t believe it; we lost to Lee. It ruined my whole weekend.” Early Friday morn- ing. on game day, the halls were cluttered with poster paper and paint, empty Mr. Donut boxes, plastic spoons, forks and knives, and students transforming their respective halls into distinct versions of Guess What’s for Din- ner?” The juniors, who won the hall decorating contest, depicted the Guess theme in four stages in preparing a meal. Hunt Down. Pluck and Cook the Ganders were the first three stages, followed by Guess What’s for Dinner? Leo Week 'dlsars £ A is tradition, all the seniors and senior captains on both Lee's and Sterling's teams hold hands and meet in the middle of the field for the last time as rivals. Photo by D. Pronto. Getting into the Lee Week spirit, Connie Vickery. Palrina Baker, seniors, and Shelly Roberson gear up for the yelling contest at Upper Crust pizza parlor Thursday before Friday's game. 93Q's Ron Parker was one of the judges for this con- test. Photo by R. Nestcr. During the Leo Week pep rally, the Marine Cadets of the Scarlet and Gold Tandem Team perform with nine-pound M-14 rifles. They ex- hibited a precision drill created by the cadets whose members includ- ed lames Barrera and Danny Tarver. Photo by D. Franta. First place goes to Mrs. Shirley Wright's entry in the door decora- tion contest sponsored by D.E.C.A. Her entry featured a mechanical Elmer Fudd as he went about hunting Ganders. Second place went to Mrs. Barbara Culp and her door. Photo by R. Nester Lee Week 19 A� the Rangers take the field at the final game of the season, Student Council and R.O.T.C. students release blue and white balloons in recognition of “The Game Photo by D. Fronto. Steven Murray and Becky Saterbak transform the junior hall with decorations they helped to make at poster parties earlier in the week. Thoir class took first place in the hall decorating contest for the se- cond year in a row Photo by E. Rasmussen John Mier's painted face and camouflage hunting clothes follow the norm Friday as the student body prepares to Hunt Down the Ganders Lee Week started with Tuesday's Cool Down the Ganders where sunglasses were worn. This was followed by Overall and Run- Down the Candors in which students sported overalls and warm-ups on Wednesday and Thursday respectively. Photo by E. Rasmussen. .Seniors Lynn Hurt and Woody Theek show Ranger Pride inside and out as they wear their camouflage during the Lee Week pep rally- The seniors, who had won the spirit stick all season, w finally winners, in this, the last rally of the year. Photo by h'ranta. 20 Lee Week Lee Week 33 G 4 20 4 0 4 2M40 “It was different partying with our rivals.” “This year our hall was sad. Kim Moseley, a senior, said. At first I was scared my poster arty would be a flop ut all of the sudden. 1 looked up and there everyone was, she added. Unlike Kim's party, most other senior poster parties weren’t well attended. Dana Barrett, a senior cheer- leader. exclaimed. “No one came to decorate and it showed. We lost! Besides poster par- ties. other activities ex- tending past the 3 o’clock bell were ap- preciation parties thrown for football players by the Booster Club and a 93Q radio station-sponsored pizza party November 6 at Upper Crust, the unof- ficial post-game hangout. Alternating maroon and blue streamers decorated the pizza parlor, sym- bolizing a type of unity between the two schools. It was dif- ferent partying with our rivals. exclaimed Jules Celestine. a senior. But it was nice too. getting along with Lee the night before the massacre. The next morning at the pep rally. Mr. Ron- nie Kluch, former foot- ball coach, gave his yearly, emotional speech to the football team. At the conclusion of his presentation the student body stood and began chanting. We want Lee! We want Lee!” That night, in the 20th encounter be- tween the two schools, the teams clashed and Lee won 20-14. The Game, and the week, were over. Until next year. After footh.ill .season's last regular pep rally. Patrina Baker, a senior, sports her “Swatch Out the Ganders” and her What's for Din- ner” buttons while doing a victory dance, helping her class celebrate winning the spirit stick. Photo by E. Rasmussen. Lee Week 21 7lt ‘7 was 45 minutes late ... School is made up of the ordinary things. You get up. go to school, do what you need to do after school, then go home. However, sometimes the ordinary turns into the extraor- dinary. whether your ride is late picking you up for school, you run out of gas. or have to fix a flat tire. Well, there’s a lot of speculation as to why 1 jumped into the swimming pool. A bet. a dare, whatever stirs your coffee. Well, here's what happened, said Patrick Lancer Collins about why he jumped into the swimming pool December 19. the Friday before the Holidays began. My friend, Ted Cole, was sitting on the high dive bouncing. Everyone was yelling jump'' repeatedly to him and. well he got down . .. Some students had their days messed up when they found their car with a flat tire or that it wouldn’t start. Jeanna Williams stated. “One day. on the way home from school, the brakes went out and we hit a stop sign!” ... They were a bit disap- pointed. Lancer continued. Next thing 1 know, I’m standing up there checking the weather and all. Some- one dared me ... and I jumped. At first it was a rather speedy feeling, but just as I hit the water, it slowed, almost to slow mo- tion. As 1 entered the water, my body began to curl; yes. there was a bit of pain in- volved, and 1 was collecting my bearings. Still other students had a damper put on their day when they were late to school. Tommy Gregg said. “I was late to school because I overslept.” Sharon Cochran added. My car ran out of gas on Garth Road one morning so 1 miss- ed first period! .. .1 had almost no air so I had trouble getting to the surface (plus, with wet clothes, it wasn’t easy), but after that, everything was simple. Rain also altered students everyday schedule. Karina Gooch stated. 1 was 45 minutes late to school because it was raining and we had to stop for a wreck.” On an equally wet day. Teri Miller added. I slipped in a puddle one morning before school and had to go home to change. It felt great! Lancer concluded. 22 Extraordinary Times tac Brockington fills his empty radiator with water one day after school. He said. It was the best car 1 over had until I wrecked it one day at lunch. Photo by D. Front a. Sitting atop a snazzy sport car. Lisa Michalsky rides down Main Street in the annual Highlands Parade She won first place in talent for twirling fire batons. Photo by E. Rasmussen. The unexpected Even though he could never be ac- cused of lying down on the |ob. Mr. lack Cooksey, biology teachor. takes a break during fifth period because his back hurts. He added. I was also tired of putting up with my fifth period class. Pholo by H. Lutz. During Ms. Annette Moulder's sixth period Spanish II class. Chuck Wyatt demonstrates a game called Field Coal using a Sombrero. This was a classroom activity whero you tried to throw a hat through some- one's arms in order to gain points. Photo by D. Franta. Attempting to make a big splash. Patrick Lancer Collins dives into the school swimming pool December 19. the Friday before school let out for the holidays. He said. Someone dared me. so I jumped. Photo by D. Franta. Extraordinary Times 23 Adding ■ touch of glamour to the setting added to the entire show.” exclaimed Mr. Terry Ryals. Stu- dent Council sponsor and organizer of the assembly. The platform was outlined by many twinkle lights while a mechanical Governor and First Lady logo rotated at center stage. Serving as a backdrop, streaks of blue, silver and white added color to the back while 50 pounds of dry ice created a mist of fog that encompassed the stage. Photo by E. Rasmussen. Court: (fronlj Stacey Voytek. All School Duchess. Angela Ingham. Laura Brown. Phelitria Barnes. Toni Monafcy, Kim Coleman. LaWanda Gilbert, (back) Brad Walsh. Lt. Governor; Chad Ivie. All School Duke; Brent DelToro. Shan- non Comeaux. Lance Mize. Brian Core. Eric Bryant. Photo by D. Fronta. Wayne Marshall, a (unior, and Shelly Alfred, a senior, perform the theme song from An American Tale entitled Somewhere Out There. Besides Shelly and Wayne. Kent Reep. Alicia Deal and the Guardian Angel band also performed. Alicia stated. I was worried at first before I went on. but when I thought about my friends who were cheering for me. it all seemod to come together.” Photo by D. Fronta. 24 Governor First Lady Assembly 34 1 )ji044 (Uoosic ea? “This was really especially well done... Among the glittering glamour of Sterling’s most prestigious assembly, the excitement was intense as Tony DeRamus and Ronda Gillum were presented as Governor and First Lady during the assembly held February 6. As the curtains parted to the sound of The Final Countdown, the newly designed set was exposed. Small twinkle lights were added to the edge of the platform while a mechan- ical. shaft-like Governor and First Lady logo rotated in the center of the stage. Interspersed with the an- nouncement of the court members, which included representatives from all four classes, entertainment was also presented. The Guardian Angel band per- formed Girl Can't Help It by Journey and Boston’s smash hit Amanda. Kent Reep. a senior, sang a song from IVesfside Story entitled Somewhere. Besides Kent’s perfor- mance. Alicia Deal, also a senior, performed the theme song from A Star is Born. Evergreen, and Shelly Alfred, a senior, and Wayne Marshall, a junior, sang Somewhere Out There, a song inspired by the movie An American Tale. Mr. Ed Wachtel. prin- cipal. stated in an an- nouncement made the following Monday, that he was very proud with the conduct shown during the assembly. He commented. “This was really excep- tionally well done, especial- ly when you consider it was our first assembly of the year.” A Sterling performance, no doubt! Court: (front) Sherri Gillum. Sherry Larson. Donna Simmons. Dana Barrott. LI. Governors Lady: Ronda Gillum. First Lady: Lynnea Green. Kim Moseley, (bock) Loyd Czerwonka. James Luvernc. Unce Teel. Steve Copeland. Tony DeRamus. Governor. David Elmore. Chris Sanders. Photo byD. Fronta. The Court Taking an active role in the Gover- nor and First l.ady Assembly is something Joe Ron Waldrop said he would cherish for a lifetime Joe Ron and Julio Kad|ar acted as emcees at the presentation They announced the court members, presented the musical guests and introduced the Governor and First Lady. Photo by D. Fronto. Smiles of joy enlighten the faces of the Governor and First Lady as Tony DeRamus and Ronda Gillum are presented to the student body Photo by D. Frantu. Governor First Lady Assembly 25 As Brad Walsh helps his mother. Mrs. Nancy Walsh, in the main of- fice by answering the switchboard. Chris Sanders and Tony DeRnmus wait for their next errand Chris and Tony wore both members of the varsity football team, and Brad was a member of the varsity baseball team. All three were can- didates for Governor. Photo by D. Franta. “Maybe I impressed some people... Classically, the 12 seniors who serve as Sterling Citizens each year share a group of qualities that set them apart from the average student. Unlike most elec- tions at Sterling, the teachers vote on these students. It is not a student body popular vote; the teachers are instructed to vote on the nominees keep- ing in mind the predeter- mining requirements. Dignity, leadership, con- cern for others and class participation were looked for as teachers voted. Also, courage and a willingness to succeed and loyalty to themselves and to which they are identified was looked for. Sterling Citizens tended to be a cut above the average student; they didn't just fall into this category, they strived to be the best. Norman Adams, a senior. explained. 1 always tried to do and be a little better than what was expected of me. Maybe 1 impressed some people along the way.” Sterling Citizens were a special breed that always rose to the occa- sion. Mrs. Suzi Powers. English teacher, recalled. Through the years I’ve discovered that Sterling Citizens are special because they are gen- uinely spurred with a sense of duty. They care about their friends and about their school. The recipients of this prestigious award all seemed to agree with David Elmore and Nor- man. It is quite an honor to be elected as a Sterling Citizen. It makes you feel great to know that the teachers think so highly of you. 26 Sterling Citizens The Citizens Sterling Citizens: (from) Brad Walsh. Tony Do Ramus. Missy Maple. Gary Higginbotham. Kara Poling. Phelitria Barnes, (back) Matt White. Chris Sanders. David Elmore. Steven Floyd, lacques Tor- res. Norman Adams. Photo by D. Franta. In the yearbook room. Phelitria Barnes works to meet her final deadline. In addition to boing on The Covernor staff. Phelitria was also a varsity cheerleader and a member of the Student Council. Pholu by D. Franta. While Gary Higginbotham pro- grams the computer in Mrs. Bettie Barrow’s office during sixth period. Matt White waits for his next duly as an office aid. Photo by D. Franta. Seniors: (fronti Garry Higgin- botham. Tony DeRamus. (2) Brad Walsh. David Elmore, (back) Stacey Voytek. Zohn Flukinger. Lynnea Green. Phelitria Barnes. Photo by D. Franto. luniors: Charisma Berry. B.J Fenley, Karlin Thomson. Lance Teel. Christy Wikert. lance Mize. Dawn Kimball. Photo by D. Front a. Favorites “But I finally made my choice. ” Eight class favorites were chosen from each class by the student body. Favorites were voted on during lunch in the com- mons and were announced on the morn- ing announcements. As some students found out, voting was sometimes difficult. Deciding who to vote for was really hard. I wanted to vote for everyone on the ballot, but I finally picked the ones I liked the best.” ex- plained Carrie Turner, sophomore. Brian Williams, also a sophomore, agreed. I really had no idea who to vote for. He continued. But I finally made my choice.” After the winners were announced, they had their pictures taken the next morning. Mr. Patrick Reilly, yearbook adviser, commented. The pictures were kind of hectic to get them done, considering it was deadline time. While there was no duty that went along with being a class favorite, there was a sense of pride to the school. They served as what the stu- dent body looked for in a “class favorite. Freshmen: (front) Brian Hallum. Derrick Bryant. Chris Blevins. Eric Bryant. Kelly Sudberry. (backI laiWanda Gilbert. Amy Wikort. Jennifer (ones, lennifor tones. Photo by D. Pronto. Favorites 29 “The three main steps to being a win- ner,” emphasized Coach Tom Landgraf, “are goal setting, making a commitment to succeed and having the self-discipline to achieve the goals you set for yourself.” He knew what he was talking about: He was coach of the Blue Bombers, who grasped the State Water Polo Champion- ship title and was also selected Coach of the Year by the Texas High School Coach’s Association. “You need to set goals for yourself so you have something to reach for. Before you ‘go for it’ you must decide if you’re willing to give it all to get it all,” explained Mr. Landgraf. “Many athletes possess the will to win but more accurately it is the will to prepare that produces winners,” con- tinued Coach Landgraf. “You must make a commitment to yourself and your sport, eliminate all other distractions and ‘psych’ yourseJ up to being the best you can be.” In a letter to the team Coach Landgraf wrote, he said, “In the past you have been your worst opponent. You have the ability to achieve tne goals you want to set for yourself. Make tne sacrifices necessary to become a quality performer and then en- joy the satisfaction that comes with suc- cess. Never be satisfied,” advised Coach Landgraf. “Keep improving because perfection doesn’t require tnat much more.” Being a winner didn’t necessarily mean winning every encounter, but these steps could apply to all teams to help increase the chances of succeeding. “You must have pride to be a real winner, and since we all have Ranger pride, that makes us a school full of winners,” said Mr. Ed Wachtel, principal. 30 Sports After winning the State Water Polo Cham- pionship in Houston, members of the team celebrate their victory along with their coach. Mr. Tom Langraf. He. too. was honored by his peers when he was named Coach of the Year. Photo by R. Nester. Sports 31 As South Houston visits the Rangers in week two of the district race. Sterling looks for its second district win as Kenny Martinez, quarterback, tries to wrestle his way out of the Trojan defense while Shannon Burton blocks. Ken- ny was one of four quarterbacks this season: the others included Pat Hendricks. Kelly Plato and Brian Gore. Photo by G. Prescott. ECORD: AJvin 21-12 Port Arthur 21-41 Port Neches 44-12 North Shore 28-6 South Houston 13-0 Ootxe 7-17 Rayburn 12-21 Deer Park 15-17 Pasadena 35-6 Robert E. Lee 14-20 The Rangers celebrate in the end- zone as they score against the Sam Rayburn Texans. It was the fourth game of the district season. Celebrating the occasion is Kelvin Sims. Kerry Henderson and others. Photo by D. Fronto. In the final game of the season against Lee. the Rangers display We is the Key” on their break through poster. Tho players also wore blue shirts with this motto every Friday during football season. Photo by D. Fronto. 32 Varsity Football Passing game proves crucial PS DOWNS A season with lots of ups and downs ended snort of the playoffs with the varsity football team scoring a 5-5 record for the year. Some of the ups and downs included the Rangers’ passing game. Through the season, Sterling had four dif- ferent quarterbacks. This had to be a slow start in a constant pass- ing attack. The running game was effective with Kerry Henderson rushing for 1,000 yards for the second season in a row. One other plus was the Ranger defense, ranking first through the season in the district. With this, the team immediately took off at the beginning of the season when it ran past Alvin for the first win, then fell short at Stallworth Stadium in the next gpme against Port Arthur Jefferson. In the third and last game of non-district play, Port Neches- Groves got the punish- ment from the Rangers as the team got ready for the district season. Everything was going okay for the Rangers with two straight vic- tories against North Shore and South Houston in the district race. The loss to the Dobie Longhorns playoff Rangers started a Ranger losing streak. The team then lost to Sam Rayburn which started fading its picture. The jeers then played tough against first-place Deer Park, but lost a close one. After the three losses, there was little hope for a playoff spot. John Richardson, a senior, said. Even though I couldn’t play with my leg broken, I felt that the team was ready to win, not lose.” The team, at this point, had a small chance for a bi-district playoff spot, if the Rangers would beat Pasadena and Lee, while Lee had to lose to Deer Park. However, Lee tied Deer Park and effectively eliminated the Rangers. It didn’t worry the much down Eagles seem to team too while it shot the Pasadena in the Home- (Continued) coming win. The pass- ing game, an entity that was missing for five weeks, finally showed itself in the win over Pasadena. That would have helped us in the earlier games,” said Head Coach Gaylord Fenley. We just kept working at it. The things we did against Pasadena, we haven’t done in prior games.” Varsity Football 33 34 The Ranger Get Along Gang watches from the sidelines. During Mr. Jerry Stewart, defensive coach, the season the loam had to deal lets everyone know what's on his with many injuries, some of which mind. Listening to him is Lance included Chris Sanders. John Teel, a junior. Photo by E. Richardson. Kyle Ellis and Jason Rasmussen. Davenport. Photo by D. Pronto. Cross-town rivals win The Game' ARD-FOUGHT “The Game” be- tween Sterling and Lee was a hard-fought bat- tle to the end. A tough game played by tne team ended in a 20-14 loss. Fans felt bad referee calls were made and many Ranger fumbles determined the outcome. Mr. Ed Watchel, principal, said. ‘‘It was a hard fought game; the Rangers started to come back. With a break or two. we could have easily won the ball game.” One positive note from the game was the Chevron Award given to Chad Ivie. Chad tackled Lee quarter- back, Donald Thomp- son, in the end zone for a two-point safety in the game. On winning the award, Chad, a senior, said, “It makes me feel good. I felt like I’d accomplished something.” Even with the loss to Lee, the Rangers held an 11-7-2 record with Lee since first playing in 1966. David Sanaate, a junior, said, ‘‘Playing in the Lee game was an experience; it gave me a good idea of what to expect next year.” The ups and downs through tne year were a step forward. Next year there will be several returning players with experience who will be joined by the junior varsity team members who won district. Varsity Football Varsily Football: (front) Ken Cole, trainer; Timberly Lewis, manager. San- los Gallegos. Shawn Schimming. Robert Joseph. Vin Contreras. Marcos Vargas. Konny Martinez. Kelvin Sims. Roy Drews. Us Strickland. Kerry Hondorson. Wayne Millor. Lori Adams, trainer. (2) Coach Al Hawthorne. Danny Fuller, trainer; Chuck Washington. Mike Fregia. Anthony Martin. B. J. Fonley. James Uvorgne. David Sandote. Jerry Michalsky, Gary Hig- ginbotham. David Baker. Brent DolToro. Andro Clark. Frank Cossio. Hezron Fredrick. Tony DeRumus. Chris Sanders. Roland Smith, trainer. Coach Charlie Riggs. Coach Tommy Yates. (3) Coach Jerry Stewart. Coach Mike Manley. Tim Simpson. Coach Gary Allen, Billy Mathews. Jake Riser. Unco Teel. Kenrick Greene. Chad Ivic. David Skinner. Kelly Plato. Tim McKinney. Mike Cowen. Rod Brooks. Marshall McKay. Errol Graves. John Umelle. Kyle Ellis. Steve Ramirez. Coach Sam Pratt. Coach Duane Dillon. Head Coach Gaylord Fenley. (4) John Richardson. Scott Parker. Chris Fuller. Chad Dennis. Celostin Jules. Sam Adams. Norman Adams. Jacque Torres. Nigel Codrington. Eugene Wilson. Johan Wigand. Brian Gore. Baron Frank. Pat Hendricks. Jason Davenport. Wayne Black. Photo by C. Callien. When the Rangers traveled to Dobie in the third gamo of the district season. Kelvin Sims, run- ningback. flies down the field as he approaches the Longhorn defense. Kelvin was named Honorable Men- tion to tho All-District toam. Photo by D. Franta. Varsity Football 3S Season:12-15 District: 6-8 JECORD: NtniiSm South Houwon RiftHr 0 Pm. 5- 15 � 15 1H0 IS 10 156 1015 IMS 15-4 1015 6- 15 154 15-5 155 153 15-7 15-12 11 15 7-15 8 15 12-15 154 IMS 1510 11-15 15-2 156 15 5 154 2-15 11 15 164 015 14-16 Varsity Volleyball: (front) Shannon l-and. Sherry Bates. (2) Tammy Manuel, manager; Sherri Don Herrington. Karen Johnson. Michelle Chambers. Ramona Caesar. Barbara Stevenson, (hock) Jana Smith, manager; Reneo Dalcour. Kietha Porter. Laurel Kind. Kellie Iordan. Coach Beverly Bargainor. Photo by C. CuJJion. . 36 Varsity Volleyball In a blur of motion. Sherry Bates, a with Dobie. The Rangers fell to the lunlor. set the ball to kielha Longhorn 15-6.10-15.15-11. Pholo Porter, also a junior, in a battle by E. Rasmussen. While the (Minders warm up on the sideline. Kiotha Porter end R.imona Caesar, both junior , practice spik- ing and blocking before the big game with Lee. Photo by E, Rasmussen. Girls defeat Houston Sterling GOOD JOB Even though the var- sity volleyball team didn't do as well as it had hoped to. the team did manage to win six of the 14 district games. Sherry Bates, a junior, exclaimed “Although we didn’t have a win- ning season. 1 think we did a good job. The girls started the pre-season by losing four of their first five games. They then traveled to Houston to participate in the H.I.S.D. Tournament. The Rangers took on Aldine for the second time during the year, and again lost. However, the team rebounded from the loss and went on to triumph over Houston Reagan. Houston Ster- ling and Houston Lee. After winning to Nederland, the team realized it had only one more tournament before district play began. While participating in the Conroe tourna- ment. the team lost to Klein and Aldine and won over Nimitz. The Rangers finished their pre-season games with a 5-6 record. District play began with a bang as the Rangers stomped North Shore 5-15, 9-15. The team then faced South Houston. The Trojans defeated the girls 10-15, 10-15. The Longhorns handed Sterling its se- cond defeat 10-15. Il- ls. The team members won over Rayburn before they lost three games in a row to Dobie, Rayburn and Deer Park. The girls won over the Pasanena Eagles after three games. 8-15, 15-3. 15-11. For the last game of the season, the girls fac- ed the Lee Ganders. The Rangers began with a loss of 4-15. However, the team went on to defeat the Ganders. 15-0. 16-14. Like always, the Rangers still had an im- firessive team. Kelly ordan. a senior, and team member, stated, Even though we didn’t do as well as I hoped, we still did a good job.” Varsity Vullayball 37 Tricia Evans, a junior, runs a lap. She was the most-honored runner, and the only one to make it to the state meet. Photo by A. Person. ARDWORK The boys varsity cross country faired well, placing third in District 23-5A. One of the high points of the season occurred when Jesse Leal, a senior, achieved first place in the district meet. This enabled him to ad- vance to the regional meet. The girls varsity cross country team saw its best year ever. Coach Mark Seale led the girls to second place in both the Beaumont and Deer Park meets. In ad- dition one of the highlights of the year was obtained when Tricia Evans, a junior, ran in the state meet and placed 16th out of 103 runners. I was very excited.” remembered Tricia. It was an honor to compete with the top runners in the state.” Of course, there was a lot of hard work involved. David Mackert, a junior. said. A lot of times we would have to run five or six miles real early on a cold, wet morning, and then do it again after school! The competition was pretty tough, too. Although Coach Drew Dunlap felt that the MacArthur Invita- tional presented the most difficult competition. Leonard Luna, a junior, stated. The hardest meet would be the LaPorte In- vitational. The weather con- ditions that day made it rough for almost everyone. When asked to compare an overall view of the girls team this year to previous years. Coach Seale respond- ed, I can only compare it to last year, because that’s when I started coaching it. But there has been a lot of improvement over 1985. The team was great to work with, and most all were good students.” Varsity Cross Country: ( ront): David Stewart. Jesse Leal, Leonard l.un Curtis Rene, (bock) Coach Drew Dunlap, Paul Gilbreath. Shawn Ellio Jon Heintschol, David Mackert. Photo by C. Gallien. 38 Varsity Cross Country Varsity Cross Country: (front): Trida Evans. Jenny Lenoro. Tracy Watkins. Eileen Sambilay. (bock) Coach Mark Seale. Jennifer Watkins, Rossana Araujo. Annette Joseph. Penny Bridges. Photo by C. Gallian. Tracy Watkins, a senior, and Paul Cilbreath. a Junior, enjoy a Gatorade break at one of the many meets held during the year. Paul commented. After running for a while, it feels good to sit down and rest a minute. Photo by M. Romans. ECORD: Boys Varsrty Cross Country Cross Country Relay 4th Oobte Inv. 4th Sterling Inv. 4th LaPorte Inv. 3rd Aldine Inv. 5th Lee Inv. 4th West Brook Inv. 2nd Clear Lake Inv. Rained Out District 23-5A Meet 3rd Region III Meet — State Meet — Girts Varsity Cross Country Golden Tnangie 2nd Lee Inv. 4th Deer Park Inv 2nd Pasadena Inv. Rained Out Clear Lake Inv Rained Out District 23-5A Meet 4th Running in the district meet. Eileen Sambilay. a senior, over- takes a South Houston opponent. Photo by A. Spectator. Varsity Cross Country 39 _ STATE CHAMPS 1R SEASON: 15-0 ] ECORD: I North Shore 14-4 St Marks 12-4 Cypress Creek 13-2 LaPorte 17-6 Sam Rayburn 12-5 North Shore 17-3 Cypress Creek 15-3 North Shore 18-5 Cypress Creek 19-5 Lee 15-3 Regionats Sam Rayburn 21-4 St Marks 15-5 Galveston Ball 23-6 State John Marshall 14-4 John Jay 14-7 Water Polo: (front) Ross Phillips. Dennis Morgan. David Halliday, Robert French. Lewis Parlor. Mike Day. Curt Nicks. Brad Hopper, (back) Scott Hanshaw, Chris Pollard. Neil McCafferty. |ohn Broad. Mike Maroney. David Hill. David N'ester. David Glaize. Coach Tom Landgrof. Photo by C. Callien. 40 Water Polo Texa� High School Water Polo game with John lay. Sterling wont Coach of the Year, Mr. Tom Lan- on to defeat the Buccaneers 14-7 to dgraf. beams a smile of approval capture its first ever state water during a fourth quarter time-out in polo championship. Photo by M. the Blue Bombers championship Kearns. Destination reached through determination TATE CHAMPS After many hours of prac- tice, and a lot of determina- tion. the varsity water polo team, otherwise known as the Blue Bombers. put together all the ingredients of a winning team as it reached the final destina- tion: the State Cham-pionship. At the state tournament held at Spring Branch Natatorium in Houston. Sterling dominated San An- tonio Marshall 14-4 in an afternoon semifinal game. The San Antonio Jay made it to the finals by upsetting Clark 9-4. Following a hard-foughl first half against Jay — the Rangers led 7-5 — Sterling rode a strong defensive ef- fort to a domination of the final two periods. Jay managed just eight shots on goal in the second half. A key was shutting down Jay's main offensive threat. Edward Hoff. I think he didn’t know who was coming after him. Coach Tom Landgraf said. We’d send two guys after him and their other guys weren’t used to operating with the ball. I’m sure that was his lowest scoring game of the year. Coach Landgraf didn't like what he saw in the first period, so he challenged his players. I asked them to prove to me that the other kids on the perimeter could shoot. he said. They finally figured out that by double- teaming Hoff, we could shut him out. By the second half, it was over! The Bombers used their sticky defense to force several turnovers, which they cashed in for goals at the other end of the pool. The Rangers outscored Jay 4-1 in the final period to clinch the title. The coach and his team were definite- ly all smiles after their 14-7 victory over the Jays in the final game of the Texas High School Water Polo Tournament. (Continued) Senior High School All-American. David Neater. rears back for a weak-side pass during the Blue Bombers semi-final game with John Marshall High School of San An- tonio. Sterling defeated John Mar- shall 14-4. David scored four goals, dished out six assists and racked up four steals against the Rams. Photo by M. Kearns Water Polo 41 Preparation is key to winning title t TATE CHAMPS I The tradition of throwing the coach of the winning team into the pool con- tinued as a waterlogged Landgraf said, 1 can’t tell you how I felt when the kids threw me in the pool. It was just amazing. It was an ultimate experience!!” What the Rangers ac- complished can be classified in the amazing category. They breezed through the regular season with a 10-0 record, captured the East Regional Tourna- ment in three games for the third consecutive year and grasped the State Cham- pionship in two games. They ended up with a 15-0 perfect record in a full season for the first time. Preparation was the key to winning State. We were in a situation where a lot of teams had the talent and wanted the title, but not all were willing to work and prepare for it, said Coach Landgraf. There’s a daily grind you must go through and you have to make sacrifices. I was lucky enough to have a group of kids who were willing to put forth the extra effort it takes to win, continued the coach. There were a few that had an additional honor besides just being a part of an undefeated team. Goalie Chris Pollard was named to the All State first team along with David Nester and Neil McCaffertv. Coach Landgraf said, with pride in his eyes. A goalie is such an important posi- tion. Chris was really in- strumental to the success of this team.” David was also selected as the Most Valuable Player for his individual efforts to bring the team out on top of its quest for State. “Neil is the youngest player on the team. in- formed the coach. Being selected for first team in All State is quite an honor and an accomplishment to be proud of. In Coach Landgraf’s seven seasons as water polo coach here, the Rangers have qualified for state six times. They enjoyed their highest finish last season, when they won third place. After winning state, the Blue Bombers give their coach. Mr. Tom Landgraf. a taste of the wator. as they threw him into the swimming pool. This was a traditional event, not a matter of disrespect. Photo by R. Nester. 42 Water Polo Four year member, Chris Pollard, senior goalie, barks out commands as he prepares to release an outlet pass on the Blue Bombers counterattack. Basod on his outstanding play. Chris was voted to first-team All-State water polo. Photo by M. Kearns. Watching Marshall High School and Clark High School battle it out. the half-nervous half-excited, fully clothed Blue Bombers sit and wait impationtly for their turn in the championship games. Photo by R. Nestor. Senior David Nester receives an award from Mr. Richard Heyen. G.C.C.I.S.D. school board member, for being unanimously selected as stato M.V.P. at the state water polo tournament. David was also the Blue Bombers leading scoror this season. Photo by R. Nester. Water Polo 43 Ranger guard Mark Harris hits a jumper over Doer Park in the fifth game of district. Mark averaged IS points u game to lead tho team in scoring. Photo by R. Hosier. Boys Varsity Basketball (front) Danny Fuller, manager; Lawronce Creeks. Derek Haywood. D. D. White. Mark Harris, David Elmore. (2) Coach Chuck Tono, Brian Goro. Nigel Codrington. Bo Valentino. Ter- renco Erwin. Head Coach Woody Walker. Photo by C. Callien. Season: 18-12 District 10-4 ECORD: North Shore 54-48 Sooth Houston 68-42 Oobie 56-60 Rayburn 44-59 Deer Park 66-57 Pasadena 60-56 Lee 66 56 North Shore 51-47 South Houston 62-58 Dobie 67-59 Rayburn 48-37 Deer Park 59-60 Pasadena 64-70 Lee 69-51 In the first win of two against Robert E. Lee. Derek Haywood shoots from tho free throw line for two points. Derek sent this game into overtime with a 25-foot jumper with no time remaining. Photo by D. Fran to. 44 Boys Varsity Basketball In Ihc Ranger's pre-game warm-up, 0. D. While, a senior, slams one in for two. while Mark Harris. Lawrence Creeks and Bo Valentine take note. Photo by R. S'ester. Team proves forecasters wrong ICKING UP The varsity basketball team had its first undefeated season in the Winnie Brown Gym during a great district effort. The team began slow and didn't place in the Lee College Classic or Clear Creek tourney but picked up the pace for the district season. No one was expecting a year compared to last with the size of this year's team. The Rangers proved forecasters’ predictions wrong when claiming the team to finish in fifth place. Derek Haywood, a junior, said, “Everyone was picking Pasadena, Lee and Rayburn. Well, look at Pasadena and Lee now. No one felt better about the outcome than Head Coach Woody Walker. “I feel that this team has a good ability and is certainly capable of making the playoffs. Lack of height has been our biggest obstacle to overcome.” Perhaps the game that showed the Rangers’ most talent was the overtime win against arch-foe Lee. The Rangers were down by two points with five seconds left in the game. The Ganders were at the free throw line with two shots and missed both of them. Then Derek got the rebound and ran down court to hit a 25-foot jumper with no time re- maining. The rest was history. Sterling scored 12 straight points to Lee’s two points to win the game. Debra Wilson, a senior, said. The game was really ex- citing. For a moment 1 thought we had lost, but it ended different after the four-second shot!” After the victory, the Rangers won three straight games including a big win against Rayburn at Winnie Brown Gym. This led to a tie for first place with Rayburn. The next week the team fell to second with a one-point loss to Deer Park which broke a seven-game win- ning streak. After a loss to Pasadena, the Rangers secured a play-off berth when Lee was stomped by 18 points. Boys Varsity Basketball 45 Renee Dalcour fights for the re- bound while Jennifer Jones and Becky Saterbak get ready to holp. Pholo by D. Pronto. Lady Rangers place third in district. UNTING DEER The girls varsity basketball team didn’t do as well as the members hoped but they still came away witn a third place finisn in district play. “They didn’t give everything they had at the beginning of the year and they weren’t able to depend on the other teams for help to give them second place,” explained Ms. Patti Rau, nead coach, but they did a good job.” The team attended many tournaments and almost finished with first place in the Spring Branch tournament, but it wasn’t to be. The girls stopped North- shore by 30 points but fell hard in a close battle with South Houston. “I thought our holi- day scrimmages would help us tremendously but when we came back, we fell to Dobie before we had a close victory over Rayburn,” said Michelle Cham- bers, a junior. After the loss to Deer Park, the Lady Rangers hit a winning streak. Beating Pasadena. Lee, North Shore and South Houston, they had a chance to meet Dobie again. I’m not sure exactly what happened but we just didn’t have enough concentration and enough energy to beat them like we could have, said Renee Dalcour, sophomore. “I wouldn’t have really minded us com- ing in third place but I had really wanted to beat Lee,” said Sherry Bates, a junior. The loss to the Ganders was the last game of the season but “Wait ’til next year,” finished Sherry. Kim Moseley, a senior, shoots for a successful two points while Jen- nifer Jones. Phelitria Barnes. Michelle Chambers and Ronce Dalcour go in to set up for a re- bound. Photo by D. Franta. 46 Girls Varsity Basketball Varsity Basketball: (front) Shelly Roberson. Sherry Bates. Ronda Williams. Kim Moseley. (2) Pa trina Baker, manager; Shelly Copeland. Pholitria Barnes. Michelle Chambers. Jana Smith, manager. (3) Coach Nadino Horne. Dionno Crichlow. manager; Becky Sater- bak. Renee Dalcour. Jennifer Jones. Head Coach Patti Rau. Photo by C. Gallien. ECORD: In a hard-fought game against Dobie. Sherry Bates, a Junior, receives a pass from teammate Becky Saterbak. Photo by D. Fronto. North Slwe: 72-52 64-42 South Houston: 46-52 55-53 Dobie: 44-46 45-56 Rayburn: 40-39 49-38 Deer Park: 22-43 37-55 Pasadena: 37-30 45-31 Lee: 50-48 41-48 Girls Varsity Basketball 47 Trevor Smith serves the hall to his opponent during o tennis match as he swings his racket into o blur of motion. Photo by E. Rosmussen. Sticking with the old cliche prac- tice makes perfect. Nathan Chad- dick. a senior, and Chris Gentry, a junior, team up in a doubles match during tonnis practice after school. Photo by D. Fronta. LaPorte 66 North Shore 3-6 South Houston 8-1 Dobie 0-9 Rayburn 3-6 Deer Park 0-9 Pasadena 9-0 Lee 4-5 Team Tennis: Deer Park won Dobie won 48 Boys Tennis INNING TWO Although it probably won’t go down in history as one of the most successful seasons that boys tennis en- joyed, it still had its good sides. “We only won two matches this fall; however, I still thought it was a learning ex- perience, at least,” stated Trevor Smith, a varsity team member. Coach Jim Partin commented, “The fall season was very disap- pointing. He con- tinued, “I expected to do better.” During the fall, the boys ended up with a 2-7-1 record. In the matches that Sterling won, the scores were 8-1 and 9-0. Nathan Chaddick, a player on the varsity team, said “I wish we would have won more games, but I figured we would at least beat Lee.” Freshman, Sean Park, concluded, “Even though we did bad, we hope the spring will be a complete turn around.” While it wasn’t the best year, the tennis players still had to prac- tice. They practiced at the tennis courts every day after school. Rob Peebles, sophomore, stated, “I really didn’t like staying after for ractice, but I knew I ad to in order to do a good job.” Scott Priewe, also a sophomore, said, “Practice didn’t bother me that much. He con- tinued, “The extra hours helped my game.” Concentration is a major factor in tennis as Joe Acosta, a senior, steps back into position to rocoivo the on-coming ball. Photo by E. Rasmussen. Freshman Tennis: (front) David Lewallen. Justin Marshal). Phi Nguyen, Brian Sparman. Dustin Hodges, (back) Brian Hallum. Soan Park. Tommy Forvoy. Calvin Sellers. Britt Hurst. Photo by C. Gallien. Varsity Tennis: ( ronl) Shannon Aguilar. Chris Gentry. Kevin Mcbunch. (back) Nathan Chaddick. Joe Acosta. Chris Presley. Trevor Smith. Tom Adams. Photo by C. Gallien. Junior Varsity Tennis: (front) Ho Lam, David Moser. Rob Peebles. Eric Morgan, (back) Scott Priowe. Jesus Balderas. Ronnie Mackort, Jeremy Jones. Ralph Brock. Daniel Owens. Photo by C. Gallien. Boys Tennis 49 Freshman Tennis; (back) Claudine Stahoke. Kristen Harris. Nina VonHarpe. Coach Sherry Younger, (front) Becky Chmielewki. Ashley Lynsey. Julia Ebner. Photo by C. Callien. Girls place third behind Dobie, Pasadena OING OKAY The 10 girls that made up the girls varsi- ty tennis team closed out the fall season in third place in district behind Dobie and Pasadena. This third place was hard felt by all the girls. “We did okay but we had the potential for a second place win. We came in third place; we all did our very best, ex- plained Janna Cole, a sophomore, and Kim Lamarr, a senior. In hopes for a better season. Coach Sherry Youncer informed, We woula have come in second instead of third but the girls missed it by one match. We’ll have a chance to do better in the spring. With a fresh outlook and great expectations for the spring season, Kim predicted, “I’m looking forward to play- ing doubles with San- dra; I think we have a ?ood chance at district. m excited to see if I’m right. Reflecting on the season, Sandra, the team captain, said, “Even though we could have done better in our play, we could never nave had more spirit or supported each other more. 50 Girls Tennis mSSUf r J.V. Tennis: (front) Jana Cambell, Tracy Tomlinson, (bock) Allison Haver. Coach Sherry Younger. Melanie Constance. Photo by C. Gallien. Varsity Tennis: (front) Kim LaMarr. Laura Brown. Ioanna Clary. (2) |ana Cole. Christi Hillier. Kim Harris. Melanie Kluch. (back) Stacy Pace. Sandra Escalora. Amy Paco. Coach Sherry Younger. Photo by C. Gallien. ECORD: North Shore South Houston Dob� Sam Rayburn Deer Park Pasadena Lady Ranger Laura Brown rears back to deliver a power serve to her teammate during sixth period prac- tice. Photo by E. Rasmussen. Laura Cole, varsity tennis player, exhibits one of the necessary techniques for a good tennis player, that of being light on hor feet. Team members practiced after school from 2-4 p.m. Photo by E. Rasmussen. Girls Tennis 51 Right on schedule, Corey Richards and Chester Layne make a stop of a Bail High receiver. Sterling fought back to tie the Tors. Photo by A. Person. Junior Varsity Football: Ifront) Leslie Hector. Ellis Hubbard. Robert Paf- ford. Eric Tyler. Norman Contreras. Keith Tyler. Brett Lucas. Rodney Rios. Perry Garcia. Troy Bryant. (2) Stove Powers. Chris Lnmonis. Guy Boul. Gilbert Avalos. Derrick Beyer. Russel Jones. Chad Davenport. John Maier. Lance Mize. Johnny Bookman. (3) Dean Hanks. Ralph Bond. Jamio Clary. Mark Wellman. Mike Powell. Greg Rogers. David Blatchley. Mark Giles. Shane Little. Tom Jonnische. Troy Lewis, (back) Jorome Fernandez. Bobby Byer. Ricky Kent. Drew Ellis. Shadrick Patrick. Craig Morris. Steve Ecker- man. Robert Vlnyard. Arcel Jacob. Photo byC. Gallien. R ECORD: Junior Varsity Football Season Record: 9-1 District Record: 6- Alvin 24-6 Port Arthur 34-6 Port Neches 26-0 North Shore 27-17 South Houston 49-0 Dobie 14-0 Rayburn 15-18 Deer Park 33-13 Lee 28-6 Pasadona Forfeit Sophomore Football Season Record: 7-3 District Record: 5-1 Freshman Silver Football Season Record: 5-5 District Record: 5-2 Freshman Blue Season Record: 2-7-1 District Record: 1-4-1 if-12t7r Bi v Zn -77 .33 76 5l+S ,«f16 SP 3 y 2; 3P ifti Fraahman SUv.r Football: tjroni) laroray Clotnoiu. Chad lanniach . Chrt Gilaa. Rax Millar. McKinnlay Sxnllh. Chad Lyon . Raglnald HarrU. Ram William . Chrt. Malhl (3) l� mm Cano, lamia OrtU. Raul Rayna. lohn Vlllary. Marcua Laccour. Dartc Bryant. Eric Bryant. Bryan Iona . Chatter Uyna. Oougla Edward . (J) Shawn Clafl. Martin Kallnar. Kyi Much. Kaiah Smith. Bran- don Luccan. David Orti� . Mika Vandagrtft. ChrU Btavln . Norman Whaaltall fbockj Coach Dannl Leonard Wad William . Slaphan C l . Scott Nalmlar. lohn Harrington. Ricky Hall. Mika Mont |o.| ((Earhart. Coach |ohn Lancastar Photo by C.GolWan. Freshman Blue Football: (front) Shannon Pitre. Kazon Coffey. Craig Sue. Barron Scott. James Rincon. Brent Olivo. Brad Ball. Courtney Lattimore. Jason Horton. Kelley White. (2) Mark Vasquez. David Shirley. Jay Nichols. Brian Schmidt. Bruce Peters. Kyle Hopper. Torrance Haggerty, Simon Perez. Roger Hamilton, fbockj Coach Bruce Paulius. Carl Muth. Ryan For- rester. Chris Carter. Lloyd Czerwonka. Brent Spell. Adrian Green. Coach Bill Thornton. Photo by C. Gallien. 52 Undersquad Football � «2CeS5,rTe� '7Bfc9? Se- S7 ' ;7 f-TO ?E ,«• 18,� - lartfirtWltPS ET W ; 3s “ district title While trying to gain extra yards. Freshman Silvor player Reggie Harris gets ransacked by South Houston runners. Sterling was defeated by South Houston. 6-26. Photo by M. Kelley. Sophooaor Football: (front) Brian Walth. l on Faulk. Robart luaraa. Robby F.ttrada. Eric Cat Kart. Tin� Copeland. Jo Flora . Oamrirtua Crovtnburg, Weldon Now ton. Chartoy Farrar. Vivian Banandaa (II Pedro Sataa. left Calm Tocnur Barnet. Hoaaa Conoria. Wayne Hcdga . Waalajr Smith, fee William . Pat Wabb. lohn Unatrom. David Arnold. Pal Caaaar. Joal Brum- mall. (3) Dwayne Kuckabv. Brad Kennedy. Rlgo Cootraraa. Mark Harnandax. lohn Netaoo. Cbria McCUbee, Larry Barnett. Romo St Ro- main. loa Week . Dan Coalman. Ken Hathaway (bock) Todd Anderaon. Clint Bargainer. Tray lone , (odd Riaer. Kevin Guy. Richard laaaca. Steve Nettle Bitty Mellon. Sieve Lycan Photo by C. Coition IN A ROW The four undersquad football teams performed well, especially the junior varsity who won district. Coach Duane Dillon stated. “I was amazed that the J.V. won the district champion- ship two years in a row. I think we deserved it. though. The team trained hard to have a successful year. When asked how well the team played. Shane Little said, I think the team played superb. We all played as a whole, not who could play better than the other. This is why I believe we won district. The sophomore team had an excellent season, according to Coach Mike Manley. We still could have played better if the team had more unity during the games. But in the long run. we proved to ourselves that we were fighters.” Freshman Silver Coach Bruce Paulus commented about the team’s season. “I admit we could have done better this year. But a lot of the teams we played were hard competitors to beat. I think next year will be a better season, though. Coach John Lancaster of the Freshman Blue team reflected on the season. We didn’t perform as well as we would have liked to. Before school next year, we’re go- ing to train harder than we ever have. Then we’ll be able to fight back and win.” During the Sterling-Calveston Ball game. Deric Bryant leaps on a Tors' back to prevent him from gaining that extra yard. Photo by A. Person. Undersquaci Football 53 Watching them develop their skills U NDERDOGS J.V Volleyball District: 8-5 Season: 18-8 Freshman Volleyball District: 13-1 Season: 26-2 J.V. Basketball District; 13-1 Season: 22-6 Freshman Basketball District: 5-8 Season: 9-13 J.V. Volleyball: (front) Michelle Luby. Sonja Harpst. Tara Wider- brand. Patti Pequeno. (2) Michelle Alexander. Nelda Guidry. Shelley Copeland. Candy Flores. Nicole Smith. Meredith Butler, (back) Coach Jan Strubbe, Deandrea Roy. Dionne Crichlow. Michelle Bird. Staci Houlder. Teresa Rollo. Sandy Clark. Photo by C. GolJien. The underdogs” coached by Ms. Nadine Horne left crowds howling. The freshman volleyball team went all the way with a 13-1 record in district and a 26-2 in the overall season. They lost to Lee in district after putting up a tight fight and eventually KO'ed Lee the second time through. Ms. Horne commented, It’s fun but. at the same time it’s different to work with the girls on the freshman girls volleyball team and also the girls J.V. team. It was great to see them develop their skills and watch them slowly transform into competitive young ladies.” Beverly Paul, a freshman volleyball player, empha- sized. It was fun being on a winning team. I felt proud knowing I was part of our great accomplishments. The team placed first in the three tournaments they played in. Shelley Copeland, a junior, said, Even though the J.V. team didn’t have an outstanding season, the games them- selves were fun. The J.V. basketball team placed first in district, also. They were undefeated until the second round of play against Deer Park. Looking back at an incident where Kietha Porter, a junior, had a run-in with the referee, she reminisced. Ms. Horne is a good coach who taught me how to keep my cool on the court and let her do all the arguing.” The J.V. had a record of 13-1 in district and 22-6 for the overall season. “For first time since I’ve been playing basketball. I really had fun this year, said Debra Hill, a junior. “As for the freshman basketball team, they were competitive. Even though we could not pull out some of the games we played. I still enjoyed teaching and just being around the young ladies, stated Ms. Jan Strubbe. All eyes look up to see where the ball is going as tho freshmen gather in the key to sec who gets tho rebound. Sterling or Dobie. Photo by L. Myers. 54 Undersquad Volleyball and Basketball 1 Playing with great intensity, Michelle Matzueff hustles for the ball while Tracy Manier and Carol Garner wait to receive the ball. This year the freshman team cap- tured the district championship. Photo by D. Pronto. Freshman Basketball: (front) Trudy Alcazar. Juley Rychlik. Kristi White. Lovella Rawlins. Kerri White, fbockj Lydia Medrand. manager: Keri Phillips. Michelle Matzueff. Amy Hamilton. Annette loseph. Kristi Camp- bell. Coach |an Strubbe. Photo by C. Gallien. J.V. Basketball: (front) Tara Hilder- brand. Amy Lewis. Candy Flores. Nikki York. (2) Kerri Cogan. Carol Garner. Kictha Porter. Debra Hill, (back! Lauren Moore. Tracy Manier. Lori Eshbach. Michelle Bird. Darcy Smith. Coach Nadine Horno. Photo by C. Gallien. Freshman Volleyball: (front) Trudy Alcazar. Susan Fanestial, Amy Hamilton. (2) Shelley Holcomb. Kristi Campbell. Bevorely Paul. Michelle Matzueff. (back! Coach Nadine Horne. Carol Garner. Leonie Forbes. Tracy Manier. Bar- bar Stevenson. Photo by C. Culiicn. Undersquad Volleyball and Baskotball 55 7 f Going for two points, Leroy Mon- tgomery. a freshman, is blocked by — —— a South Houston opponent. The Freshman B team ended with a 9-3 '' • � «? • T- season. Photo by R. Nester. Freshman A Boys Basketball: Shannon Pitre. Mondo Davis. Byron Scott. David Shirley, Craig Allen. Gerrard Hubbard, |off Swonko. |eff Earhart. Navid Laborde. Photo by C. Gallien. Junior Varsity Boys Basketball. (front) Coach Chuck Tone, (back) Tony Blaskey. James Uvergne. Matt Riffle, Andy Ward. Malcolm Martin. Drew Ellis. Eddie Redou. Brian Pickens. Johnny Bookman. Photo by C. Gallien. Sophomore Boys Basketball, (front) Coach Gary Allen, (back) Michael Ford. Ellis Hubbard. Doug Donovan. Lance Freeman, Chadrick Patrick. Emil Robinson. Victor Broussard. Bryan Williams. Ken Hathaway. Merwin Spencer. Photo by C. Gallien. 56 Undersquad Boys Basketball Junior varsity wins district title EATING LEE While some of the under- squad basketball teams did not do as well as they hoped, they still played almost .500 with a com- bined record of 29-30. The junior varsity had an outstanding year under the direction of Coach Chuck Tone. The team had an 11-2 season and was crowned district champs. It finished the season with a win over its crosstown rival, Lee. Johnny Bookman, a sophomore, said. We prac- ticed every day. He con- tinued. I think all the prac- tice helped us do better.” The sophomore squad ended with a mark of 6-8. We started off smoking, but the light went out short- ly after. explained Ellis Hubbard, a sophomore. The freshman team had a similar season as the Freshman A finished with a record of 3-8 and Freshman B. finished with a 9-12 mark. Brian Williams, a sophomore, stated. Prac- tice is the key to winning. A team can’t expect to have a good season without it. Undersquad Boys Basketball 57 During a jump ball, Lloyd Czer- wonka, a freshman, leaps into the •ir. Brent Spell. Shannon Pitro and leff Swonke. all freshmen, an- ticipate the slap. Photo by R. Nester. 58 Running his two-milc Irek. Danny Dalslra concentrates on his rhythm in the West Brook Invitational Meet It was hold October 18 in Beaumont. Photo by A. Person. Training for the next invitational ahead. Rob Brown. David Mackert and losse Leal take a couple of laps around the school yard to get in shape. Photo by T. Fields. Injuries cause disappointing season HE LONG RUN Undersquad Boys Cross Country Due to injuries, the undersquad cross country season was a disappointing one. Coach Drew Dunlap commented. We lost two of our runners before the season started, and lost several more during the season. Most of these occurred because we had several runners who did not do enough running during the summer.” In order to run long distances, it was wise to prepare mentally and physically. Danny Dalstra, sophomore, replied. Men- tally. I try to picture myself crossing the finish line not tired or dying. Physically. I stretch to keep my muscles loose. Brian Lemelle. a junior, said. I try to keep myself from getting nervous by not thinking of the race. He added. I also keep my legs warm, jog a few laps and stretch. When running in meets, the participants thought of things to keep up their pace. Rob Brown, a junior, said. When I’m running. I think about getting done, resting and waterskiing.” Stephen Holley, a sophomore, added, I think of what fun things I'm going to do after the race and that makes me run faster.” Coach Dunlap had good views for next year. Next season could be the year we finally break through and win. We will have several experienced runners with good ability. However, we must work harder at run- ning in the summer, and we must be more of a 'team' if we are to take that next step up to the top teams. He concluded. It cannot be done by one or two men, but it is to be done by everyone if we are to succeed. Dot Inv. Sterling Inv. LaPorte Inv. lee inv. District 23-5A Freshman Cross Country Sterling Inv. Junior Varsity Cross Country ECORD: Undersquad Cross Country: (front) Corey Stewart. |. R Sambilay. Brian Lemelle. Lance Drews, (back) Coach Drew Dunlap. Mike Heimerl. Rob Brown. Stephen Holley, Michael Mack. Photo by C. Gallian. Undersquad Boys Cross Country 59 INSIGHTS A part of life that has come to be ex- pected is the way our surroundings seem to constantly change. Not immune from the changes were courses as several addi- tions and name changes occurred in academic classes. A few courses were added to the roster of classes this year. New courses added in- cluded a new Kind of geometry, known as Informal Geometry. Other new courses be- ing offered were Physics II, a new business class named Personal Finance and a resource health class. A basic consumer math class was also offered. Freshmen and sophomores had the op- portunity to take pre-vocational classes that were one semester long. These included office duplicating, metal trades and small engine repair. Some courses stayed the same but just experienced a name change. Speech I and II were changed to Introduction to Speech and Public Speaking, respectively. R.O.T.C. was chanced to Leadership Train- ing while Journalism I and II became known as Journalism and Advanced Jour- nalism. Mrs. Janie Christian, freshman assistant principal, explained, “These names were changed to be in compliance with House Bill 246 that says that all schools must have the same name for classes.” Although these changes were minimal, students were offered a wider variety because of them. Oscar Perez, a senior, stated, “I think it’s good that they are offer- ing more classes because it gives the students more courses to choose from.” 60 Insights S tudents in Mr. Mark Martin’s Indian Studies class, Scott Nettles. Craig Walker and Bill Pahos prepare lunch in nearly the same way the Indians did it 150 years ago. The class took several field trips to the outdoor class- room located behind Gentry Junior School to learn the way in which the native Americans lived during the previous century. Photo by E. Rasmussen. Insights 61 94 Tc 98 Ru Rh i 75 Re J Os 77 lr � 92 2 46 47 48 i 4 Pd A9 Cd In 81 204; 60 Nd 92 u 238 0? 145, I _ 50 Sn 51 Sb Te 82 Pb 83 Bi 84 Po 158 9?54 Under the microscope are crayfish being observed by Paul Goodlier and B. I Fenley. They were students in Mrs Brenda I.uedors’ fifth period Marine Science class. Photo by E Rasmussen. � 68 ‘� 3 During Mr. Jack Cooksey's second In Mrs. Patricia Stcinkc's fourth period Biology I class. Tamara Ort- period Physical Science class. I man. Rona Burton and Aaron johnny Kirkley and Ralph Walker Wooster watch a film about the tost food for starch. Photo by E. cells of the human body and their Rasmussen, different functions. Photo by R. Nator. 62 Science NSIGHTS INTO SCIENCE ob assignments challenging The many science courses offered were enjoyed by most students, whether it was physical science, biology, chemistry or geology. Shelia Patrick, sophomore, said I like science because we’re always doing ex- periments and learning something different.” Shannon Hedger, a junior, stated. “It's always interesting and exciting because Mr. Micinski always talks about D.N.A. mole- cules. Dingi Rankin, sophomore, com- mented. I don’t like my science course, biology, because we have quizzes and tests all the time.” Wendy Street added. “I don’t like biology because we have to write the agen- da and objectives down every day!” Of the many ac- tivities performed in science, most agreed that labs were their favorite. Dan Owen, a junior, said. “One time we were doing an ex- periment and it blew up in Mr. Micinski’s face! Krishna Avant. a freshman, stated. Dur- ing a lab in Mrs. Steinke’s class, Jennifer Jones and I spilled acid on the cabinet!” Mr. Jimmy Creel, department head, ex- plained. The science department is commit- ted to providing all of our students with a quality science educa- tion. Our teachers are dedicated professionals who will go the extra mile to help students, but many of the students should start shouldering their responsibility.” Trey Tolleson. a student in Mr navid Beltram's fifth period Physics II class, puts stress on a toothpick bridge to see how much it can take before breaking. Photo by D. Pronto. Students in Mrs. Janet Valdes' fifth period biology class. Glen Shipley and Bruce Johnson, learn to handle Mrs. Valdes' boa constrictors. She explained to them why the short one could go around a person's neck and the large one couldn't. Photo by R. .Vester. Science 63 Mr. Drew Dunlap's fourth period pre-calculus class avidly listens us he explains how to solve triangles using trigonometry. Photo by E. Rasmussen. NSIGHT5 INTO MATH oth classes include drills As usual, the math department found yet another challenge to offer students. Classes spent the first five minutes of the period doing what were known as T.E.A.M.S. drills. Classes that had strictly juniors and seniors took the drills for the first two six weeks while others took them the whole year. Mrs. |eanne Stark, math teacher, stated, “The purpose of the drills is to prepare students for the T.E.A.M.S. test that all juniors must take. The drills were an ac- cumulation of questions that were like ones found on the test. The five questions were given each day, Monday through Thurs- day. and 10-question tests were taken on Fridays. Kim Harris, a junior, said. A drill every day is a lit- tle too much.” Another junior. Allison Haver, ex- claimed. ”1 don’t have any idea how those drills will help me. Drills weren’t the only thing going on in math classes. A new course, Informal Geometry, was added this year,” ex- plained Mr. Robert Fran- cis. head of the math department. Mr. Francis stated that this class was offered to students not going to college to fulfill the three years of math required. There were no classes dropped, but more classes of college preparatory were added. No new teachers joined the math department; however. Mrs. Connie Gentry became a full- time teacher. She was on the faculty for several years, left for family reasons, and returned last spring to teach the T.E.A.M.S. math class. 64 Math Due lo remodeling by the school district in Mrs. Martha Harper's geometry classroom, her fourth period honors class gathers by the memorial fountain to view dif- ferent lines, planes and other points of interest pertaining to the subject. Photo by E. Rasmussen. In Mrs. Marlys Johnson's Algebra II class, students check their homework as their teacher goes over the correct answers on the overhead projector. Photo by E. Rasmussen. In Mrs. Barbara Culp's class, she explains. I have found out that through the years, work on an overhoad projector makes things easier as everyone in the room can see what I'm doing. Photo by E. Rasmussen. Math 65 In their economic class, Jeremy Bon 11 ion and Matt Rowland, both seniors, attempt to sell the idea of free enterprise as they view it. Their teacher at the time. Mrs. San- dra Phillips, substituted for Mrs. Debbie Stump who was out on maternity leave for part of the year. Photo by D. Franta. Mr. Jerry Mohlman explains to a class of World History students fifth period that tradition is what makes human beings what they are today. Starting with the Greeks and Romans, the discussion on the topic eventually ended with the teacher explaining how he used to milk cows. Photo by D. Pronto. Looking over material during Ms. Sharron Leggett's fourth period World Affairs class, students acting as Russians prepare their strategy in a game called Firebreak. The game allowed students to be exposed to the decisions that would be made in the event of a nuclear attack. Photo byD. Fronto. 66 Social Studies Republican Wayne Miller and Democrat Chris Chappell are find- ing. or trying to find, agreeable sub- jects. Just because you are a Democrat doesn't necessarily mean you can’t believe like a Republican. said Mrs. Terri White, government and American History teacher. This activity was organized to prove just that. Photo by D. Fronto. t5ncentMlior htwI!um Mho game whon Mr Tom Landgrafs third period psychology class ex- periments with electricity. The ob- jective was to simultaneously squeeze hands until the circle was complete. Up until this, record time was 3.21 seconds which broke a four-year record. Lannet Jacob. Jesus Balderos. Barbra Petrash and Lisa Carpenter show expression after helping to break the school record with 2.49 records. Pholo by R. Nestor. NSIGHT5 INTO LANGUAGES nowledge gained through studies Social is defined as socie- ty as relating to people. Studies is applying the mind in acquiring knowledge. Therefore, social studies is the study of society in the past, present and future. Most freshmen took American History as their first social studies course. In this class, students studied the history of the United States from Reconstruction to the present. Susan Rayburn, a freshman, ex- plained. 1 like American History because I like study- ing the past. With the exception of a few. sophomores composed much of the World History classes. In this course, students began the year by studying such ancient civilizations as the Egyp- tians and Minoans. They then studied such things as the Reformation and the In- dustrial Revolution and ended the year by studying World Wars I and II. There was no required social studies classes for juniors. During the last year of high school, seniors took government during one semester and economics the other semester. In government, students studied the executive, legislative and the judicial branches of government. In economics, students studied marketing, labor unions and consumer financing. There were also social studies classes that could be taken as electives. Ted Cole, a senior, stated. “I love my psychology class. He con- tinued. We do something different every day. You never know what to ex- pect.” Whether it was a mandatory class or not, a social studies class was located somewhere on a stu- dent’s schedule card. As Kristi Lemley, a senior, commented, “I think social studies is neat. Social Studios 67 Mr. Cliff Will lakes a humorous moment out from a discussion in Latin III and IV to mimic the way his student. Ronnie Bounds, sits in class. He stated. Instead of gram- mar and vocabulary which students do In Latin I and II. wo study great works of Roman literature and how their philosophies apply to us. Photo by E. Rasmussen. NSIGHT5 INTO LANGUAGES Journal writing J fills classes From French. Ger- man, Latin and Spanish to English especially, languages played a ma- jor role in every stu- dent’s life. All of the English classes were in- volved with the new writing process re- quired by the state. This was the First year the process was used. Many teachers, such as M rs. Bernice Jackson, used journals to help their students improve writing skills. Mrs. Jackson explained, 1 used a trip to the memorial fountain, in front of the school, for inspiration on one jour- nal topic.” Mr. Terry Ryals ex- plained that the jour- nals were just a warm- up for the writing pro- cess. “Journals allow students to be self- expressive, experiment with ideas, ana to have the opportunity to write down thoughts without being graded on grammar. The students seem to be get- ting good results. he statecL He then added that it was also to help students get comfort- able with writing. Tam- my Williams, a junior, commented. When I write in my journal. I express the things most on my mind. Getting in touch’ with your own feelings makes you more aware of other people and what you really want from life.” She later added, “Writing is not a way with words but a way with feelings. Mrs. Suzi Powers had her students watch an eight-minute video seg- ment and then do a lesson on order, sum- marizing and outlining. “Students arranged study cards in order, wrote a summary of the cards and chose ‘ing’ words for outline topics. One of the great work of literature studied by Mrs. Jane Goodner's fifth period senior English class is Chaucer's Canterbury Tales. Students divided up into groups and taught lessons on each section of the story. They also drew pic- ture for reports they wrote which were hung on the bulletin board. Photo by C. Prescott. 68 Uinguagc % In fourth period French ( lass. Ms. Kay Hill, instructor, leads students in oral exercises Students, in- cluding l.illian Estrada, Chris McGuire, Cheri Hulsey. Tina Stoneburg. Laura Klobonow and Allison Cilbrath. repeal vocabulary words while their teacher pro- nounces them. Photo by E. Rasmussen Stephanie Balia and l.oigh-Ann Wade learn in a new and fun way their German grammar in Mr. Hnlmuth Mayer’s fourth period class. Mr. Mayer stated. We're real lucky to have our own personal computer.” Photo by E. Rasmussen. During Mrs Annette Moulder's fourth period class. Manuel Gon- zalez and lennifer Vela practice singing Christmas carols The Spanish Club, sponsored by Mrs Moulder, annually visits the Alien- brook Nursing Home to go Christmas caroling. Photo by E. Rasmussen. languages 611 AI hi podium. Coach Mike Manley tell his third period class about the advantages of drivers education. Photo by G. Prescott. Instead of mental exercise that is provided in other classes. Euval Jones. Kenneth Jones. Mark Rober- son and their fellow classmates get a little physical exercise in their physical education class. Photo by D. Franta. 70 P.E., Dr.Ed Health N5IGHTS INTO P.E., DR.ED., HEALTH kills learned always used Physical education, drivers’ education and health exercised the mind and the body while teaching different skills. Since there was no more driving behind the wheel” at school. Tiffany Caruso, a freshman, said, It’s not so bad not being able to take driving ‘behind the wheel.' but at least they still have the book part. Physical education was endured by many because of the sports which were played, such as football, basketball, volleyball and soccer. I like basketball because it is active. said Mark Harris, a senior, and I like being able to play as a starter. The sports were varied so that everyone could get a chance to par- ticipate in a favorite activity. During health, students studied the effects of drugs upon the body, how to stay healthy and hunter safety. In order to learn about these subjects, students read from their books and answered questions from the chapters. They also watched films, did word searches and played games pertaining to health. Karen Keller, a senior said. Health will help me in the future, because when I get sick or hurt, I will know what to do. Each of these courses played a vital part in learn- ing about every day life. Sandy Czewonka. who was a sophomore, concluded. The skills I learned in drivers’ ed.. P.E. and health have been brought over into my everyday life. I don’t think I go through a day without using something I learned in one of those courses. In sixth period boys P.E., a few of the guys team up for a little volleyball before going home. Photo by D. Franta. Dave Lynn Weber. Cracie Herrera and Wendy Williamson concen- trate hard on their physical educa- tion test. Their make-shift desks happened to be the gym floor. Photo by D. Franta. P.E.. Dr. Ed. It Health 71 Shawn Schimming. a senior, anti other class members warm up their typing skills on an I.B.M. Solcctric by typing dreaded everyday drills in Ms. Carol Wagner's typing class. Photo by R. Nester. NSIGHTS INTO BUSINESS COURSES usiness classes offer challenges The future . . . that's something that many students think about during their last four years of school. Many of the business courses here prepared students for challenges they would face later in life. Computers were a big word in the business courses. Mark Giles, a junior, commented, “I’m really glad that I chose Business Data Processing for one of my classes. He con- tinued, “I feel that this class will really do me a lot of good in the future.” Another course that students could take was Personal Finance. Mrs. Deb- bie Redmon, instructor, commented. “I think my classes are some of the most practical classes offered. She went on to say. Students are taught life skills — how to balance a checkbook, how to buy a house and how to prepare income tax forms, among others. These are some things that all citizens must know in order to function in our society. The students of these classes had good thoughts about what they learned. Cheryl Breshears, a senior, commented. I think this business course will help me save money in the future, like learning to Fill out an income tax return. Now I don’t have to pay H R Block S100 to do it for me. I can do it myself. There were also other business courses such as Record Keeping, for in- stance. Teena Tracy, sophomore, explained. Record Keeping has a lot of homework, but the long hours of not watching television or talking on the phone pays off when it comes to test time. Throughout the years, students were taught a variety of skills they would use later as they blended in- to the work scene. As Jean- na Clary, a senior, explained, I took typing because I think that it will be a great asset in the fu- ture. She continued, I’m glad I decided to take it. 72 Businoss In Mr . Debbie Redmon's fifth period class, sho reviews the many different types of income tax returns to prepare her students for an upcoming test. Photo by E. Rasmussen. Becky Bridges, a sophomore, asks Mrs. Margarita Cantu a few ques- tions about the class assignment. Photo by E. Rasmussen. Although typing is a good skill to know. Nannette Street, a senior, practices her typing skills on one of the Apple computers in Mrs. Donna Swint's advanced typing classes. Photo by E. Rasmussen. funior Alicia Amrine takes a break from her project in Mr. Richard Bethell's second period Business Data Processing class The students' projects counted 10 per- cent of their six weeks grade. Photo by R. Nestor. Using their Xerox Memorywriters. students in Mrs. Donna Swint’s ad- vanced typing class perform vigorously to finish their daily assignment. Photo by E. Rasmussen. Business 73 In Mrs. Nancy Griffin’s class, Robert Betancourt has a little creative fun as he sculpts a human bust, one of the many activities featured in his art class. Photo by E. Rasmussen. While preparing to go onto the field before the football game, band members mako sure all details are completed. Photo by D. Franta. Not all playa are put on by the drama department. This one. Beauty and the Beast, is performed by members of the Baytown Little Theatre for elementary school students. Photo by R. Nester. In fifth period orchestra class. Mr. Dennis Eichler directs those ar- tistic students who enjoy playing stringed instruments. Photo by E. Rasmussen. 74 The Arts NSIGHTS INTO THE ARTS reafive work provides outlet School was much more than just reading, writing and arithmetic. Many students found a way to express their creativity through per- forming on stage, play- ing an instrument or writing. Courses such as orchestra, band, art, journalism, creative writing. Stars and theatre arts all provided shelter for those seek- ing a creative outlet. Darcy Smith, a junior, explained. I took art because I wanted to know how to add different concepts to my drawings.” Sonia Barnett, a senior, stated why she took jour- nalism. “I love to write and 1 plan to make a career out of writing.” Mary Hewitt, a senior, exclaimed. I took band because I love music. It is more than just notes on a page; it is the ex- pression of self-feelings and emotion. Competition was also a oart of these classes. Nilcki Norris, a junior, commented. I liked participating in U.I.L.’s one-act play.” She con- tinued. “It’s a lot of work, but it’s also a lot of fun. Richard McAdams, a senior band member, stated. “I always try to do my best because when the band marches in con- test, it will show.” Some art students also participated in the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo con- test held in early March. As the Ranger Writers prepared tneir literary magazine. Piece of Mind, journalism students were hard at hand learning the finer techniques of news writing. The arts classes definitely filled a need by providing students an excellent way to ex- press their creative ideas. Although this may appear to be a “stick’em up situation, this is only one of the many routines practiced for the performance in the choir talent show. It was held October 23 in the auditorium. Photo by E. Rasmussen. journalism students. Reushawn White and Angela Montgomery help yearbook staffers sort undorclassman picture packets during fifth period. This activily helped finance the 1987 Governor. Photo by D. Pronto. The Arts 75 Starkey, attendance secretary, per- Student assistant is also a favorite form .1 variety of jobs. They elective. Students like Aroundel included checking roll, picking up Williams. Andro Clark and Stacey attendance cords and marking Branch, who assist Mrs. Martha them. Photo by R.Nester. Working with Barbara Alexander and Alexis St. Ango. Mrs. Brenda Stone assists as they prepare candy from a recipe. Students learned a variety of cooking skills, in this, a homemaking class. Photo by D. Pronto. Tracey Brodine watches as Ryan Forrester works on a project in art. Those creative endeavors were en- couraged by such teachers as Mrs. Nancy Griffin and Mr. Alvin Nor- wood. Photo by R. Nestor. N5IGHTS INTO ELECTIVES lectives give some choice Unlike English, math and science, which students were required to take, electives were chosen because it was something the student was usually interested in. Nihita Bhavsar, a senior, said that she took psychology because she wanted to understand more about human behavior. “It may help me deal and negotiate with others in the future.” Laura Brown, also a senior in psychology, exclaimed, “Mr. Tom Landgraf makes the class fun while we learn.” While some students chose electives just because they were something the in- dividual enjoyed, others had their eyes set for further down the road. Tanya Mills, a senior, remarked that she planned on becom- ing a certified public accountant. Account- ing helps me to prepare myself for the future because we do work that a real C.P.A. does every day. David Hill, a junior, commented, “I am taking psychology because it helps me to prepare for a future in the field of industrial psychology. There were many electives and many reasons to take them. Carrie Turner, soph- omore. exclaimed. “I like all mv electives, especially Stars. It is a lot of fun. 76 Electives Tonya Cook lakes care of just one of the many details that has lo be carried out in office services. In this case, she applies glue lo Ihe back of demerit slips. Pholo by 0. Fronto. Small engine repair, located in the vocational building, teaches in- terested students about the opera- tion and repairing tho various types of machinery. Samuel Sharp and |im Baker prepare lo get two lawn mowers in working ordor.Photo by R. N’esler. Electives 77 78 Newsletters are printed throughout the year by office services. Mr. Lavon McKinney, the instructor, puts the finishing touches on one of those issues. Photo by R. Sester. Mrs. Brenda Stone assists Oscar Perez. Alicia McDonald and Frank Casio, all seniors, on a color coor- dination project in home economics. Photo by R. Nester. As part of her training in cosmetology. Lisa Barrientes, a senior, gives a young volunteer from Pumphrey Elomentary School a permanent. Photo by D. Pronto. Vocational Classes Working diligently, John Lewis, a In Mr. Mike Ellis’ Architecture I senior, attempts to fix a lawn das . Paul McRce and Chris mower engine in small engine Cessna, both juniors, concentrate repair class. He was taught by Mr. while detailing cabinets on a house Vernon McCee. Photo by R. tVester. plan. Photo byD.Franta. NSIGHTS INTO VOCATIONAL CLASSES break from other types Vocational classes served as a break from the regular school day. Unlike their academic counterparts, these courses didn’t require as many books and papers, but the will to want to learn and enjoy a new skill was essen- tial. Chris Moffett, a senior, commented, “These classes are great.” He continued, “It teaches you a skill and gives you a head start in life.” Jimmy Hart, a wood- shop student, stated, If it weren’t for vocational courses, you would have to pay for the training somewhere else, but at school it is free.” Trent Quade, a senior in auto mechanics, said he liked the hands-on training and experience to help him as a step- ping stone in the future. Like Trent, most other students enrolled in vocational classes lanned to use the nowledge gained in these courses to prepare them for the work force. Shawn Krabill. a junior, said, “I needed this class to prepare myself for a new career.” He con- tinued, “Each year the cars get more complex, and I like working on them.” Although some were not planning a career based on these classes, many did have their foot in the door for a rewarding career in the work force, a career that was helped by vocational classes. Vocational Classes 79 N5IGHTS INTO THE LIBRARY quiet place for studying As always, the library re- mained a quiet place to read and study: however, with time comes change. The reference material was relocated to the upper level of the library, a new photocopying machine was added, new audio visual equipment was made available and many new books found their home in the library. The resource center offered an array of services to both students and faculty members. The reference material proved to be helpful when English classes began writing their research papers. Other services offered included copying serv- ices, classroom availability, microfiche use. filmstrip pro- jector service, typewriter availability, teacher assistance as well as acting as a center for many social functions. Mrs. Betty Harman, librarian, explained why students go to the library. Most students are required to go for research purposes.” She continued. On the other hand, we have a regular crowd that comes to study, relax and keep up with current events. The week of April 6-10 was National Library Week. The theme was Cool It At Your Library,” a theme in which the librarians carried out by pro- moting various activities throughout the week. A local author. Suzanne Morris, was present to answer questions concerning writing and to talk about her works, including her novels Galveston, and her latest. Wives and Mistresses. Mrs. Dixie King, a library aide and audio visual coor- dinator. commented, I like working with books as much as 1 like working with my co- workers.” she continued. “They make the job a little easier. Mrs. Harman exclaimed. I enjoy touching base with students. Most of them treat the librarians with much respect. Rearranging some of the many reference books in the library. Mrs. Betty Harmon, head librarian, assists Mrs. Dixie King, library aide and audio visual coordinator. Photo by D. Fronto. 80 Library Checking over note cards for research papers. Mrs. Suzi Powers, who is retiring aftor 20 years of teaching here, gives suggestions for improvement to Darron Franta and Tatia Stovens. both seniors. Photo by E. Rasmussen. Waiting for his copy to bo finished. Mark Wollman. a junior, finds the photo copying machine to be very handy and in high demand as David Burt, a senior, and Melanie Constance, a junior, wait for thoir turns to come. Photo by R. Nester. Library Aides: (front) Donna Hicks. Laura Foster. Chuck McDuffie. Danny Fuller, lodie Wolff, (back) Jennifer Boeke. Kevin Clarke. Shannon Comeaux. Trey Issacs. Lisa Oliver. Photo by C. Callien. As Marshall Hutton, a senior, devotes his undivided attention to his studies, his table mate finds the Student Guide for Writing the Research Paper very interesting as he cannot seem to tear his eyes away from it. Photo by D. Franta. Library 81 gBQllPS Although the main focus of school was on academics, clubs were also a major aspect of school life. Forty-eight organiza- tions existed on campus, making the year pass a little more quickly. Unlike in past years, clubs were not allowed to meet during the school day. However, they conformed and found time to meet before and after school. Ms. An- nette Moulder, Spanish Club sponsor, ex- plained, “We managed to survive. We met once a month before school.” Stuart Englehart, a junior and member of the Christian Student Union and Key Club, stated, “I like being involved in clubs because it gives me an opportunity to meet and talk to other people.” He continued, “It’s a lot of fun.” Becky Barrios, in Future Farmers of America, said, “I like F.F.A because I like working with animals and being a part of an organization like this „„_ it one. There were two different types of groups: service clubs and interest clubs. Service clubs served in civic matters such as when the Keywanettes collected food for the needy during the holidays. The primary reason for interest clubs was to allow members to explore things in which they were interested. The Drama Club traveled to Sam Houston State University to a seminar to prepare them for U.I.L. contest. Even though many students thought be- ing in clubs was a right, it was actually a privilege. Since House Bill 72 was passed, all students had to have a passing grade of at least a 70 to be in a club or organization. Mrs. Janie Christian, assistant principal in charge of organizations, exclaimed, “I think the rule makes students work harder so that they will be able to participate in extracurricular activities.” Groups $� o E0 T he Stars march down Main Street during the annual Highlands Jamboree Parade held October 25. The Jamboree, which has come to be a tradition in the community, was concluded with the crowning of Kristi Lemley, a senior and also a Star, as Miss Highlands 1986. Photo by J. Culp. Groups 83 84 — ii T he year has been very productive.” Something to cheer about Everyone knows the easiest part about being a cheerleader is being out in front of the crowd and enjoying the glory. But what is the narclest part? Dana Bar- rett. a senior, said. “I think the hardest part was always making sure our cheers looked good in front of the fans.” Lori Nelson, a junior, said. “I think cheer- leading camp was the hardest. We had to work real hard, but we learned a bunch of new things.” Phelitria Barnes, a senior, added. “Getting up at six in the morning and learning cheers really got to me!” The girls practiced five hours a day for two weeks getting ready for camp. The National Cheerleading Associa- tion Camp lasted for a week at Sam Houston State University. “Sum- mer camp was the hard- est .. . and the hottest! joked Toni Monacy of the summer sun. The 12-girl squad cheered at all varsity football games and all home varsity basketball games. “It was hard for me to keep up my energy through the whole game,” com- mented Sherry Larson, a sophomore. Sherri Gillum, freshman, add- ed, I would be ex- hausted by the third quarter of the football games! It was rough. but I kept on going!” For Patti McCauley, freshman, the hardest thing was. trying to cheer with a cast on my arm! Patti dislocated her elbow during cheerleading class one day. The most difficult thing for me was learn- ing all the cheers.” Donna Simmons, a junior, said, “because I was the only new one. I had to learn all the cheers and dances that all the other girls already knew.” “I’ve enjoyed being head cheerleader very much. Ronda Gillum said. “It's a lot of extra work. I had to get things going instead of depending on someone else to do it like I did the three years before. The girls on the squad were very cooperative. Our sponsor. Mrs. Claire Bays, was always there to keep me on my toes!” The girls agreed it was a year full of hard work, but each one was very pleased with the way it turned out. “The year has been very pro- ductive,” Mrs. Bays said. “This is a great group of girls! Performing a cheer they learned at camp, the squad builds a pyramid to We Aim For The Top while meeting the Pasadena fans. The girls visited and performed a cheer for each other's side during the third quarter of each game This enabled them to meet each other and promote good sportsmanship throughout tho game Photo by D. Fronto. Cheerleaders Dressed as football players for thn Halloween Homecoming pep rally, the cheerleaders invite Johan Wigand. Norwegian foreign ex- change student, to cheer with them. The crowd screamed with delight to see Johan perform Clap Your Hands Everybody. Johan was one of the braver football players who cheered during the pep rallies each week. Photo by D. Fronta. Anticipating a kickoff, Dana Bar- rett supports Ronda Cillum as they perform a shoulder stand while chanting GO BIC BLUE! This practice became a ritual as the cheerleaders led the crowd in this yell for almost every kickoff. Photo by D. Fran to. Cheerleaders: (from) Phelitria Barnes. Dona Barrett. Stacey Voytek. Honda Gillum. (2) Sherry (.arson. Donna Simmons. Charisma Bern'. (3) Angel Rains. Lori Nelson. Toni Monacy. Sherri Gillum, (back) Patti McCauley. Photo by D. Fronta. Catching up on the latest gossip us they stretch, the cheerleaders prepare for the game's activities. Photo byD. Fronta. Cheerleaders 85 A tribute to the great state of Texas is presented as the medloy of legs kick in succession to Stars and Stripes. In this, the second high kick routine during the season, many, including Mrs. Donna Owen, a Star mothor. said. “It’s the best high kick they've done in years! Photo by G. Prescott. The annual chicken-spaghetti din- ner and Star Bazaar bring along with it the Children's Christmas show. The show included all the drills by drums, trumpets, flags, rifles and precision done at the football games during the year. Even a visit from Santa and his elves was made. Stacy Clark. Stephanie Batala and Nanette Street whip their rifles to Peter Cunn. Pholo by L. Jones. The end of the line girls. other- wise known as the snorties. ex- perience pre-field jittors before performing at the home Port Ar- thur game. Hedie Weber and Tera Stephens, new Stars, confide in Amy Peden. a three-year veteran, for on-the-field advice. Even though they were a few” inches shorter thon the rest, the Company A. end was expected to extend those legs every bit as far as the long-legged conter. Photo by E. Rasmussen. But the Stars built their strength on that.” New style is accepted “With memories of the previous year's disappointment at state competition firmly in- grained in their minds, the Stars persevered and presented their classy look once again. This time they weren’t disappointed. The Stars changed their style last year to a stronger, classical look, Colonel Kristen Weber unveils an assembly that portrays a true Ewok Celebration as the Stars, once again, make new and interesting shapes with the white things. It wasn’t unusual to see a standing ovation, but this routine even brought the North Shore side to its feet. Photo by D. Franta. and it wasn't quite ac- cepted in Austin. But the Stars built their strength on that. Right By Your Side had the character and talent to carry them all the way. So did Danc- in’, the highkick, and War. a prop routine that included every corps. The competition, which was held in the Astro Arena, hosted 16 other drill teams. With masterful skill and ex- pertise, another set of three first divisions graced the score cards. (Continued) With looks of concentration on their faces, and showing just how easy it is to “hang in the balance. Angela Singleton. Laura Arabie. Leda Blalock, Stephanie Batala. Stacy Clark and Nanette Street keep their cool while keeping to the rhythm of Peter Cunn. Photo by Franta. Stars 87 A performance in the dome Another success was the field drills with a series of old and new things: Espanea Coni and Stars ana Stripes were the two high kicks; the “white things were brought back after two years, and the field jazz was St. Elmo’s Fire. This was a unique blend of ballet and jazz with a few cartwheels thrown in, too. An honor for the Stars was being asked to perform at an Oilers game in the Astrodome. The Stars didn’t show up alone though; the Band accompanied them. The two groups joined again to ao yet another tribute to Texas. A medlev of Texas songs was played by the band, and for the frand finale, a giant exas flag was formed out of red, white and blue materials. This routine was also done at the Lee-Sterling game, and blew the Brig away,” said Ms. Therese Norton, director. The duration of the year was filled by the chicken-spaghetti din- ner, Star Bazaar, the Children’s Christmas Show and practice, practice, practice, for the upcoming state competitions. The reward for all their hard work came during Spring Break, for they got to grace the sunny beaches of Orlando, Florida, and performed in a Disney World parade. “It’s been another great year of accomplishment,” said Ms. Norton. Majora: (front) Missy Mapltt. Karla Hauser. Stacey Clark. Paulo Porter. (back) Shannon Ratliff. Larrisa jones. Veronica Sprayborry. 88 Stars Captains: (frontJ Jill Koys. Denise Dena DnI.oach. Kristi Lomley. McCann. Stacy Henry. |ncki Susan McHenry. Photos by D. Beaman, (back) Stacie Grubbs. Green. -«neis: |ulie Kadjar. Tatia Stevens. Stars 89 90 Band Donna Kempley. head drum major, and Lisa Walker, assistant, direct as the band perfects its U.t.L. drill. The band had help from Mr. Ben Gollohon. fine arts director, who told them what judges would be looking for after judging so many bands himself. Photo by D. Fronto. Wf e had to ... prove we are still on top.” Year described as rewarding We had a very rewarding year,” exclaimed Mr. Dennis Eichler, band director. The many accom- plishments started in August when the band found out it had been asked to perform at the halftime of the Houston Oilers-New Orleans Saints game August 28. The Stars and band put together a tribute to the Sesquicentennial which they performed at the Oiler game and at many of the regular Ranger games. At U.I.L., the band put on an exciting perfor- mance. witn such numbers as Sunrise Lady, Don't Cry For Me Argentina and La Suerte De Los Tontos. Last year we made a first division,” said Brandi Fortune, sophomore. This year we had to make a ‘one’ again to prove we are still on top.” The band did score a first and won a sweepstakes award. Marching contest was originally scheduled for October 11, but it was rained out. The band then had to get up to school at 7:15 a.m. on the following Tuesday. We got out of school third period. Even though we had to march and stay at Memorial Stadium till about 6 p.m., I didn’t mind missing English or my other classes, com- mented Jim Landers, a junior. After marching season and its grueling hours ended, it was on to concert season and U.I.L. concert and sightreading contest, not to mention solo and ensemble contest. Students spent much time after school work- ing on this music and contest pieces. Sec- tionals were held in the band hall one day a week for each section. As well as preparing for contest, students of the concert and sym- phonic bands prepared for the Buccaneer Days Festival in Corpus Christi. In order to raise enough money for the trip, the band had several fund raisers. These included the sell- ing of posters at the football games, and wrapping paper. The band parents' associa- tion helped with the oyster Try held in March. Band was ex- citing this year,” ex- claimed Monica Huff, a freshman. She con- tinued, It was a real experience.” After being named band sweetheart at the Homecoming game. Kim Rhodes, a senior, stops to show off her flowers. In tne background. Donna Kemplay. drum major, waits for the cue from Mr. lay Elkins to play the fight song while Lisa Walker, assistant drum major, prepares band members. Photo by D. Guidry. Even though tho weather is coolish, band members sweat it out down Main Street in the Highlands Parade. This was the first time most of the people from Highlands and Baytown had the opportunity to see the new uniforms. Photo by D. Guidry. While Oiler fans wait for the game to continue, the band and Stars per- form during halftime at the Astrodome. This show, a tribute to tho Texas Sesquicentonnial. was performed after a pre-game show It was neat because the football players ran right past us. said Lee Ann Willott. a freshman. You could hear everything they said.” Photo by D. Guidry. Band: (front! Rhonda Garza. Lisa Michalsky, Trey Guidry, Brenda Pavilcek. Melissa Lau, Chris Glasgow. Kenny Oyler. Brian Yeager. Susan Rayburn, Amy Stuart. Mary Hewitt. Martin Niedziejko. Laurie Berniard. Howie Gudgcll. James Landers. Steven Jimenez. |aime Humphrey. Renee Walker. Christine Cormier. Belinda Gonzales. Cindy Kates. Kimm Le- mond. (2) Lisa Walker. Mr. Dennis Eichler. director: Antony Parsons. Becky Saterback. Nancy Sanders. Fiona Borel. Mary Morlan. Kim Dickey. Pam Bailey. Gina Card. Shannon Hobbins. Wendy Wyatt. Veronica Molina. Carla Flores. Karina Gooch. Janelle Smith. Monica Huff, D'Ann Proctor. Mr. Jay Elkins, assistant director. Donna Kempley. (31 Zane Gill. Chris Brinson, Trey Richrdson. Ricky Gidgout. Chris Fuller. Molly Westerman. Pedro Gutierrez. Melissa Marron, Carol Weekly. Sunita Varghees. Linda Lavender. Josette Beadion. Sujata Nadkami. Lillian Estrada. Mac Oparakum. Jenny Chaddick. Jenny Foley. Kelli Web. Miriam Compton. Mat West. Heidi Roeder. Jan Harris. Carrio Claraday. Robin Cross. (4) Mike Brown. David Burt. James Kaminski. Aaron Weltz. Royce Moyer. Gary Smith. Alan Caraway. Lee Ardis, Aaron Wooster, Scott Jef- fery. Jeremy Mezzell. Craig Cannon. Shawn Elliott. Rod Uberto. Herbie Berkley. Kathy Trim. Heidi Lutz. Mark Daves. Lisa Barrientes. Jeff Holzaepfel. Lee Ann Willett. Judi Sumpter. Paul Jimenez. Ronnie Bounds. Scott Doolittlo. Stovon Murray. Melanie Best (SJ Kim Rhodes. Amy Westerman. Kevin Watkins. JoAnn Hewitt. Cassie Lloyd. Karol Chain. Lori Roberts. Chris Daniol. Kate Hughes. John Halliday. Russell Boullion. Kent Vela. Roger Liggins. Anthony I.eakey. Daryl Wallaco. Stephen Kelly. Mike Tate. Kevin Hutton. Richard McAdams. Derrick Hurst. Kevin Jennings. Derrick Bradshaw. Chris Tinor. Kenneth Merrill. Todd Hauser, Eric Garza, (bockj Wendy Fullor. Wendy Carsey. Jennifer Beltrnm. Danny Dalstra. Kari Johnson. Patrica Watkins. Allison Coonco, Eric Vela, Audrey Parrish. Joey Strohaul. Darla Carsey. Sherwin Marlin. Kim Roumoro, Don Strauss. Lara Winder. Greg Bond. Lisa Henry. Brandon Malone. Angie Plante. Chris Wolfe. Brandi Fortune. Heath James. Cathy Berniard. David Standford. Tammy Williams. Brian Miles. Kathy Chain. Rutledge Photo. Trying to set good examples Trying to set good ex- amples. the Cnristian Student Union members spent most of their time living their lives, while also living by the word of God. C.S.U. has grown quickly since it was first organized. Grant Tilton, a senior, ex- plained, My freshman ear, C.S.U. was just a andful of Christians that met every Thurs- day. He continued, Now C.S.U. is one of the largest clubs with over 80 members. Many members joined the club for the reason of learning more about Christ and mak- ing new friends. Lee Brockington, a soph- omore. commented. I wanted to be encour- aged and lifted up for Christ in school. Jodie Wolff, a senior, stated, “I am learning to witness and stay strong in my Christian life. Grant said, I have been active in C.S.U. since I joined four years ago. C.S.U.. along with the new friends that I’ve made, have helped me overcome almost every bad occurrence that has come against me as a high school student. C.S.U. sponsored several activities throughout the year. Marshall Hutton, a senior, exclaimed, I enjoyed the hayride and breakfast in the morning the best. The trip to Colorado was ereat. Everyone really had a good time, Darron Franta, also a senior, commented. C.S.U. was con- sidered by many as more than just another club, but as an organization that brought a little of Sun- day morning to the re- maining six days. Mrs. Jeannie Wolff. Christian Stu- dent Union sponsor, entertains several elderly citizens at the Roll- ingbrook Nursing Home. Photo by D. Franta. With a little glue and lots of glitter. Chizuo Spencer and Kristen Corder prepare signs for the first C.S.U. parly of the year. “Making new members feel welcome is part of what C.S.U. is all about. Chizue stated. Photo by J. Wolff. U C.S.U. C.S.U. (fronti Darron Franta. Chuck Wyatt. Robyn Gross. Alan Lindner. Kent Roep. Lee Brockington. Robin Nlemeier. Jodie Wolff, Heidi Roedor. Wayne Miller. Shannon Hedger. Stacy Henry. Carl Coffey. Robin Guidry. Patricia Fridoll. LaDonna Nelson. Chizue Spencer. Mr. Alvin Norwood. Mrs. Jeannie Wolff, sponsors; Kristen Corder. Allison Gilbreath. Chris Chappell. Nisha Tholstrup. Kellie Bryant. Amy Wood. Karina Gooch. Doug Ed- wards. Tammy Wau. Cinger Prescott. Jason Bond, Greg Bond. Cary Claridy. Kara Poling. DeDe Kendrick. Rod Bar- nnba. Kazen Coffey. Tonia Shirley. Jan Harris. Becky Saterbak. Claudia Strangmier. Marsha Sheppard. Misty Coward. Wendy Wyatt, Penne Lansford. Clint Chappell. Jeff Page. Rene Hebert. Dena Nichols. Jamye Timmons. Donna Gilbert. Bobby Tieman. Craig Gore. Scott Niemeier. Wally Chase. Edmund Chase. Susan McHenrv. Gina Monroe. Stuart Englehart. Gwen Jones. Debbie Zee. Daniol Owon. Photo by C. GoJIien. Visiting Allenbrook Nursing Home is Just one of the projects members take part in. During one such outing. Kristen Corder and Nisha Tholstrup perform a musical number for residents of the nearby convalescent home. Photo by D. Franta. Christian Student Union members enjoy themselves as they hold their first party of the year in September at the home of Jody Wolff, club member. This particular party was designed to welcome all freshmen. Members participating included Tina Stoneburgh. Arron Brown. Joy Barnett. Stacy Henry. Beetle Bailey. Robin Niemeier. Heidi Roeder. Jeff Page. Photo by . Wolff. C.S.U. 93 But seeing the smiles ... made it worthwhile.” Group sings for patients The choir stayed busy throughout the year during various performances and raised money to pay for the trip to Disney World in March. The group sold cookies, candles, candy and performed a talent show to help finance the expedition to Florida. The choir performed at several banks in the Baytown and the Mont Belvieu areas. During the Christmas holidays, they traveled to Houston to per- form for patients at Herman Hospital. Ginger Prescott, a senior choir member, commented, “It was somewhat depress- ing for those that were real sick. She continued, But seeing the smiles on their faces made it all worth- while. The choir also spent many hours in practice and com- petition. In January, the group traveled to regional choir competition. Mrs. Xina Stone, director, stated. Seven people participated and Kent Reep and Brian Dickens advanced to area competition. The choir also participated in solo and ensemble in February and U.I.L. competition in April. By being in choir, students were given a chance to express their creativity. Nisha Tholstrup. a junior, stated. In choir, 1 not only get to use my talent, but I also enjoy learn- ing the things that will im- prove it. Although a lot of hard work went into building a successful choir, coopera- tion among members was also important. Deena Hig- ginbotham. a junior, ex- claimed. There is no way we could do some of the things we do without everyone working together. During Ihe Governor and First Lady Assombly. Kent Reep. a senior choir member, displays his talent as he sings Somewhere, a song from West Side Story. Photo by D. Franta. 94 Choir Choir members perform a claimed. I liked doing this concert Christmas tune during their annual because it helped people get in the Christmas concert which was held Christmas mood. Photo by R. in the commons. Deena Higgin N'ester. botham. a junior momber. ox- Choir (front) Neina Van Hane. Robert Wyatt. DoDe Kendrick. Bryan Pickens. Lawrence Creeks, Michelle Lorenzo. Kent Peep. (2) John Meadows. Christine Cormier. Nisha Tholstrop. Namaan Con- treres. Robin Cuidry. Ginger Prescott. Tommy Gregg. |oe Weaks. (3) Dana Porry, Rodney Martin. Mark Hernandez. Robin Mendolovitz. Brian Lemelle. Shelly Alfred. Allison Mendoza. Kristen Corder. (back) Rod Barnaba. Kathy Breland. Andrea Blags. Vivian Benavides. Cliff Donato. Son)a Barnett. Andrea Booker. Donna Gilbert. Photo by D. Franto. Mrs. Xina Stone, choir director, listens to Ms. Becky Kinder play the piano as sho asks one of her choir students about the sheet music to be used in the choir’s Christmas concert. Photo by R. Nester. During fourth period, choir members look at the music as they practice for the upcoming solo and ensemble competition which was held in February. Photo by R. Nester. Choir 95 Centered in the middle of the com- mons. the R.O.T.C. male drill team performs one of its exhibitions dur- ing open house which was October 14. Pholo by S. Murphy. R.O.T.C (frontl: Paula Tyler. Stacey Clancy. Gene Neal. Ronnie Wilson. Danny Tarver, lackie Forbes. Sgt. Maior H. 6. Smith. Captain R. A. Corral, M.Sgt. D. K. Aiken. Kevin AdKins. Shannon Hedger. Corey Henderson. James Barcera. Alan Linder. Grayson Johnson. (2) Tony Georg. Devon Hix- son. Nikki Newton. Clayton Carroll. Quincy Spencer. Ronald Childers. Michelle Lewandowski. Kenneth Alvarez. Gloria Duran. Rochelle Fontenot. (3) Karen Strums. Kim Goodman. Patsy Rene. Michael Romeo. Maria Sanchez. Jacinta James. Royce Branch, f-'elicia Whoatfall. Milca Ramirez. Patty Rodriquez. Carmen Maza, Katie Makav. M) Kim Wilcox. Philip Parks. Delores Serrira. Sherry Childers, Brian Weldon. Donnie Fulton. Iason Kina. Steve Henson. Anna Rowlon. Martha Ochoa. Larisa Garcia. Diana Seale. Jesus Kirkland. Tina Rameriz. Darrell Godfre. Kurt Austin. 151 Darrin Tharp. |ason Westmoreland. Knphrin Leshley. Cathy Ramirez. Henry Stevenson. Jacinto Hernandez. Billy Weedman. Michael Woodman. Brian Weldon. Bryon Armstrong. Chris Grindle. Chris Swindle. Victor Salazar. Grade Cuellar, David Stanford. Ronnie Childors. David McDaniel. (6) Alberta Garcia. David Shambaugh. Lonny Hall. Dave Cart- wright. John Johnson. Darren Lane. Gregg Griffin. Melissia Bahnson. Mat- thew Rucker. Wesley Wooloy. Rona Burton. Gwen Jones. Bobby Pierce. Lana Solis. David Conway. Jumes Miller, fbackj Greg Toles. Charles Lind- ner. Hermis Whemyer. Charles Comeaux. David Shambaugh. Joe Dunlap. Jerry Taylor. James Peace. Jeff Free. Michael Mack, George Jones. Mike Casey. Mike Glasgow. David Stanford. Danny Conway. Don Griffith. Mike Lasfaso. Photo by A. Person. 96 R.O.T.C. Participating in the Highlands Parade. R.O.T.C. members, com- manded by Cadette Captain Danny Tarver, march down Main Street. Creg Griffin, lames Barrera. Corey Henderson and fames Peace lead the way. Photo by . Culp. As he prepares for the upcoming Quintana. Captain R. A. Corral goes over the agenda and looks ahead to the event that was held in March. The contest, held during Spring Break, drew more than SO schools from four states. Photo by fl. .Vester. I t’s worth all the effort.” Continuing a tradition In the past. R.O.T.C. has averaged about 30 awards a year. Keeping with tradition, the unit began the year by win- ning the Naval Honor School Award. Captain R. A. Corral, R.O.T.C. instructor, explained. This is an award given by the secretary of the Naval Academy in Washington, D.C., to the top five R.O.T.C. units in the nation.” Captain Corral also added that with this certain award, cadettes from this school, if qualified, were eligible to receive a $100 thou- sand scholarship from the Naval Academy. In- cluded with the scholarship would be free uniforms, food and a salary. In other areas, students and parents of R.O.T.C. members worked a concession stand in the Astrodome to raise money for the trips and letter jackets for R.O.T.C. students. Much of the money raised went to finance the several trips that the unit took. They went to such places as Corpus Christi. A M University in College Station. Natchitoches. Louisiana, and Camp Pendleton, California. The organization also participated in the Quintana, which was a five-event military skills meet held here durine March. Over 50 schools competed in the annual event. Greg Toles, a junior, exclaimed, I like R.O.T.C. very much. It teaches you leadership and self-discipline.” He continued. “It’s worth all the effort. R.O.T.C. 97 1' his year we had the best officers .. Organizing various activities Student Council: (front) Mr Terry Ryalt. sponsor. Stacey Voytek. Karla Hauser. Tony DeRamus. Ron- da Gillum. Lynnes Green. Marshall McKay (2) fenny Kadjar. Toni Monacy. Donna Simmons. Brad Walsh. Joe Ron Waldrop. Sherri Gillum, Tein Nguyen. Fran Bowen. Andrea Booker. (3) Kelly Benavides. Aimee Lannou. (ennifer Copeland. Christy Wilkert. Ginger Gardner. Laura Brown. Jennifer Jones. Lesle Weber. Fran Bolin. Kelly White. (4) Shannon Com- eaux. John Richardson. Brent DelToro. Archie Moyers. Zohn Flukinger. Julie Kadjar. Angelia Singleton. Charisma Berry. (5) Dana Barrett. David Elmore. Drew Ellis. Tim Copeland. Ryan Foerster. Patt Webb. Wayne Marshall. Richard Hall. Steven Cagel. Photo byC. Gallien. The Student Council was active throughout the year as members organized and sponsored various activities and also worked on spreading Christmas cheer during the holidays. They also Drought back an old favorite. Twirp Week. At Christmas time, the Soup decorated doors for e residents at the Green Acres Convalescent Home. Helping the elderly at the home really made me feel ood inside.” exclaimed hannon Comeaux, a senior councilman. While busying them- selves at the convalescent home, the group also con- ducted a canned food drive for the needy in the Bay Area. Andrea Booker, a sophomore council member, stated. I really feel like the canned food drive was a success. She continued. “It was nice to help those less fortunate during the holiday season.” The council also spon- sored several dances during the school year, including the Homecoming Dance, the Howdy Dance and the Valentine’s Day Dance. Charisma Berry, a junior member, commented. The Homecoming Dance was great this year. The decora- tions really made it a suc- cess. The council also brought back a long-time tradition that had been ab- sent for the past several years. Twirp Week began the week before Valen- tine’s. In this somewhat backward week, the girls asked the boys for a date. Mr. Terry Ryals, Student Council sponsor, com- mented, This year we had the best officers running the show.’’ He continued. “Tony DeRamus, the presi- dent. did a great job. I en- joyed working with him.” Tony exclaimed. It was great being Student Council president; nowever, a lot of work went along with the title. 98 Student Council Tony DeRamus, president, glances through the morning an- nouncements while Mr. Ed Wachtel commends the student body on its conduct during one of the assemblies. Photo by R. N'ester. The Student Council spends much of the Saturday afternoon decorating the Christmas tree, which has come to be a Yuletide tradition here. The tree, which graced the commons throughout the holiday season, seemed to add a little touch of Christmas cheer to the school day. Photo by D. Fronto Serving a role similar to a director. Mr. Terry Ryals. Student Council sponsor and organizor of the Governor and First Lady Assembly. monitors the activities on the stage from the balcony. Photo by D. Fronto. Students dance to the beat of Madonna's Open Your Heart dur- ing the Valentine's Day Dance which was held February 13 in the commons. The dance, which has come to bo a tradition, was D.J.'ed by |. R.’s Mobile Disco. Photo by D. Fran to. Student Council 99 Rusty Martin, oditor, oxomines pogo proofs during fourth period yearbook class. He exclaimed. Yearbook was a lot of work and extra hours after school. He con- tinued. But 1 on|oyed every minute of it. Photo by D. Franta. “I expect more out of you.” Staff works to meet deadlines From the outside of room 237, some may have wondered if any work ever got done. But those who were brave enough to open the door and venture into the world of journalism realized that yes. The Governor staff had its hands full. The room that some considered a second home was sometimes filled with laughter and other times it was quite hectic. While Mr. Patrick Reilly, adviser, was doing his “Come on, I expect more out of you” speech, the photographers were working to the beat of “HurryT I need my pictures.” As John related sometimes unbe- lievable stories to those willing to listen, Gay- Lynn was Filling the air with hairspray and Randy was being Ran- dy. Even though staf- fers had fun, they knew when it was time to get down to work. Darron Franta, head photographer, ex- claimed “Photogra- phers. if anyone, knew what responsibility meant because there were always six or seven staffers running around demanding their pictures.” Rusty Martin, editor, commented, “There were one or two staffers who always waited un- til the last minute and then expected someone else to quit what he was doing to help them.” He continued, “But most got their work in on time.” To many, or most, it was like As the Year- book Turns during fourth and fifth period. To clear up a few things: No, Laura, no one is talking about you. D’Ann, you aren’t no ho, and Yes, Gay- Lynn, you are what the president of Final Net wakes up for in the morning. Mr. Reilly stated, This is one of the best group of students I’ve worked with. Most made the effort to meet deadlines; those who did will appreciate the book in direct propor- tion to the amount of work they put into it.” 100 The Governor A they decide on what picturo to use on one of the division pages. Mr. Patrick Reilly, yearbook ad- viser. and Darron Franta. head photographer, examine the contact sheets and negatives. Photo by C. Chappell. The Governor Staff: (front) Mr. Patrick Reilly, adviser; D’Ann Proctor. Timberly Lewis. Stacy Hunter. Rena DeLoach, Donna Simmons. Lori Nelson. Tracey Florio. Nisha Tholstrop. Terri Pomonis. 12) Laura Myers. Laura Klebenow, Ginger Prescott. Angie Mullins. Sylvia Molina. Rodney Rios. Eric Henderson. Sandy Lopez. Lauri Saunders. Ronda Gillum. Kim Moseley. Debra Wilson. Angie Montgomery, (bock) Troy Fields. Shawn Murphy. Darron Franta. John Culp. Rusty Martin. Jo Ron Waldrop. Shan- non Sterling. Sheila McDonald. Gay-Lynn Hurta. Kay Pitts. Rachel Myrick. Mark McQuiston. Eric Rasmussen, Phelitria Barnes. Reushawn White. Randy Morris. Photo by C. Gallien. During fourth period yearbook class. Karlin Thomson. Sheila McDonald and Angela Ingham alphabetize the freshman class pic- tures. Karlin said. It was really fun. mainly because we got to see the pictures before the freshmen did. evon the bad ones. Photo by E. Rasmussen. Taking a timeout from the tedious task of taking group shots the day before Thanksgiving, staff members Rusty Martin, editor. John Culp. Mr. Patrick Reilly, ad- viser. Eric Rasmussen and |oe Ron Waldrop get a laugh out of one of Mr. Reilly's really tasteful jokes. Photo by D. Franto. The Governor 101 Orchestra: (front) Heidi Weber. Allison Franco. Maura Maple. Pam Williams. Lisa Shafer. Nick Schreibor. (2) Mr. Dennis Eichler, director; Tanya Smith. Edith Estrada. Jenny Lenoir. Jimmy Clin- ton. Ellynn Luke. Chandic Ambler. Kathleen Zee. Mrs. Karan Pitts, assistant director. (3) Lisa Henry. Jonathan Barr. Harold Matthews. Marianne Walker. Teresa Rollo, Melinda Lumus, Kazen Coffoy. Elizabeth Lawton, (back) Allen Hale. John Lindstrom. Kevin Guy. Larry Boeko. Brian Duggan. Jeff Page. Jimmy Jones. Eric Carhart. Dawn Carter. Photo byC. Gallian. Directing the students is just one of the many jobs involved in being or- chestra instructor. Mr. Dennis Eichler spent time perfecting the sound of the members as they prepared for solo and ensemble and U.l.L. contests. Photo byG. Prescott. Orchestra musicians focus their at- tention on Director Eichler as they prepare to play through one of their contest pieces. Students like Elizabeth Lawton. Jenny Lenoir, Lisa Henry. Chandie Ambler and Tanya Smith not only had practice during the school day. but also stayed after, practicing for U.l.L. contests and the Buccaneer Days Festival competition in Corpus Christi. Photo by D. Fronto. 102 Orchestra While «pending much of her day at Gentry lunior School. Mrs. Karan Pitts, assistant orchestra director, is at Sterling during fifth period. Her many duties included helping the violins and offering advice in mak- ing the music a little bit hotter. Photo by G. Prescott. “I give her a lot of credit.” A good feel for music The orchestra kept a full schedule through- out the year. Besiaes participating in U.I.L. and solo and ensemble contests, the group also sold posters, candy and wrapping paper. Students joined this organization for many reasons. Ha rola Matthews, a junior, ex- claimed, “I joined because I like Being a part of a group effort. Most that became a part of the group had a good feel for music. Lisa Henry, a junior, stated, I joined because I love playing music.” She continued, It’s really great.” Being in orchestra was considered fun by most students; how- ever. many hours of practice were required. Tanya Smith, a senior, racticed at least one our a night. She ex- plained, “It helps me to understand the music better. Mr. Dennis Eichler. orchestra director, had to spend his time be- tween the band, which he also directed, and the orchestra. Mr. Eichler said, “It takes a lot of extra time and ex- tra planning to do both. He continued, I’m very lucky to have a great teacher like Ms. Karan Pitts. She's a big help and I give her a lot of credit.” Maura Maple, sophomore, commented, “It’s okay that he splits his time between the band and the orchestra. He’s a good director.” Many students planned to put part of the knowledge they ac- quired in orchestra to work for them in the future. Brian Duggan, a senior, exclaimed, “I would someday like to use my knowledge of music to conduct an or- chestra.” Marianne Walker, sophomore, stated, “I would like to be in orchestra in col- lege, but I’m not sure where I’ll go from there.” Harold Matthews, a junior, prac- tices playing his instrument during fifth period orchestra class. Being concert muster takes a lot of work, so I practice to keep on top. Photo by D. Pronto. Orchestra 103 Members of the Sterling and Lee Good Sportsmanship League come togothcr to enforce good sports- manship and safety throughout tho game. At this meeting, the 20th an- niversary of tho first Sterling-Lee game, they exchanged gifts and wished each other luck. Photo by D. Fronto. Good Sportsmanship League: (front) Julie Kadjar. Timborly Lewis. Toni Monacy. (back) Mrs. Debbie Stump, sponsor; Steven Murray. David Elmore. Brad Walsh Photo by C. Gallien. 104 G.S.L.. N.H.S. It is a privilege to be a member. To represent the school Two organizations in which students with achievement could join were the National Honor Society, a rather large organization, and the good Sportsmanship League, composed of only seven members. The Honor Society con- ducted a candy sale and sold programs at all home foot- ball games. The members made Thanksgiving baskets for low income families and cassette tapes for children with disabilities. Wesley Harrott, a senior N.H.S. member, exclaimed. I enjoyed making baskets for the needy at Thanksgiv- ing. He continued. It was worth all the time and effort put into it.” Missy Maple, another member stated. We have to work very hard sometimes, but it all pays off in the long run.” The N.H.S. officers went to Clear Lake High School for an officer convention where they found out what other N.H.S. chapters in the area were doing and got ideas for the upcoming year. Jason Donovan, a junior, said. It is a privilege to be asked to become a member. It really is great.” G.S.L. worked to promote good sportsmanship throughout the district. The members attended all foot- ball games to meet the other team's respective members to exchange gifts and to wish each other good luck. Steven Murray, a junior G.S.L. member, said. “I like G.S.L. because I believe in what it stands for. Timber- ly Lewis, a senior member, explained. I like par- ticipating in it because it allows you to meet representatives from other high schools. Most agreed that it was an honor to be part of one of these organizations. As David Elmore, a senior G.S.L. member commented. 1 really was happy to be a part of G.S.L. Chizue Spencer and Kristen Weber, membors of N.H.S.. wrap Christmas presents for needy families during the holiday season Presents included dolls, radios and teddy bears. Photo by E. Rasmussen. letlonel Honor Society: I ronl AngoU Sin Uon. Potrias Welkin� , risten Wobor. Muoy Moplo. Steve Floyd. Tracy SdieMer. Donix. •mpU). 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Ernie Corder. Richord StcAdom� . Marshall McKsy. Chrl« Brinson. Mark Wollmon. Derrick Hurst, Konl Roop. |o«)uo Torres. Moll White. Spencer lackson. Mike Bortletl. Mike Powell. Steven Murray Photo by C Go Won G.S.L.. N.H.S. 105 Getting ready to deliver the canned food to the battored women, John Broad and David Elmore work diligently in order to make the project successful. Photo by R. Nestor. Key Club: (front) Wesley Corley, Wayne Marshall. Jason Donovan. David Elmore. Joe Hall. (2) Rod Isberto. Rob Brown. Deric Bryant. Howie Gudgell. Brian Walsh. Brian Jones. Greg Bond, (back) Dorek Bradshaw. Drew Ellis. Wally Chase. Stuart Engelhard!. Marshall McKay. Sponcer Jacakson. Photo by C. Gallien. I like being able to help others.' Much bigger than last year Two old clubs each received a new sponsor this year. Both were pleased with the job they under- took. Mr. John Gordon. Key Club sponsor, said. “It was great seeing the students function in an atmosphere and making adult deci- sions. Mrs. Sally Dickson, Keywanettes sponsor, add- ed. “I enjoyed working with the students who wanted to serve the community out- side of the classroom. Both of these groups not only served as clubs but as service organizations to the community, helping out the less fortunate. The Key Club participated in a canned food drive for bat- tered women and sponsored a candy sale. The Keywan- nettes also made and sold Homecoming mums. Due to the new House Bill, the meetings of the Key Club were held in the morn- ings at 7:30 a.m.. instead of during school, on the sec- ond Tuesday of each month, and at 7 p.m. on the fourth Tuesday of each month. The meetings were held in Mr. Gordon’s room. The Keywanettes meetings were held in the auditorium on Wednesday mornings at 7:30 a.m. Kristi Lemley. a senior, said. The club is much big- ger this year than it was last year, and more people par- ticipated in the activities. Rob Brown, a junior, replied. I like being able to help others and to get the satisfaction from it. It also brought me closer to my fellow club members. Meeting with other members from other clubs occurred when Key Club members attended the state convention and the Keywannettes members attended a similar conven- tion in Oklahoma City in March. 106 Key Club. Keywanettes Jaymr Timmon watches Natasha Gwartney as she prepares her mums for delivery after school to her buyers. The Homecoming project raised money for the girls' club. Photo by D. Fronla. Keywanettes: (front) Kristen Jones. Dena DeLoach, Kristi Lemley. Deena Higginbotham. Missy Bargainer. I.isa Hall. Larrisa Jones. Jennifer Copeland. Aimec Lannou. Paula Porter, Veronica Sprayberry, Stacey Clark. Angelia Singleton. Julie Kadjar. Missy Maple. Pam Durant. (2) Tien Nguyen. Stephanie Jacks. Debbie Bryant. Tammy Ken- nedy. Kathleen Lemello. Mrs. Sally Dickson, sponsor. (3) Jill Keyes. Lynn Jonos. Cathy Berniard. Timberly Lewis. J. J. Cordon. Gwen Jones. Kathryn Rowland. Sherri Morris. Tasha Gwartney. Sheila Patrick. (4) Kristin Weber. Robin Niemier. Dana Barrett. Ronda Gillum. Jayne Timmons. Stacy Zavodny. Kimm Rhodes. Lisle Weber. Kerri Clarity. LeAnnc Had- dox. Carole Schmidt. Laura Arabie. (back) Felicia Brysch. Ginger Prescott. Tish Watkins. Becky Saterbak. Jennifer Jones. Michelle Bond. Jennifor Speigle. Zelda Gradev. Lisa Stavinola. Lara Cunn- ingham. Jenny Gibson. Augustine St. Romain. Photo by C. Gallien. Key Club. Keywanettes 107 J.R.A.'s (front) Alicia Wilkie. Ginger Gardner. Stacey Voytek. Zohn Fluckinger. Karla Hauser. Nannette Street. (2) Shonda Williams. Allison Haver. Christy Wikert. Tracey Newman. Loda Blalock. Marti Fluckinger. Sonja Harpst. Meredith Butler. Angel Rains. Robin Crawford. (3) Rened Rhoades. Lori Anderson. Holly Frazier. Kim Harris. Erin Casey. Kathi Talutis. Melissa Horton. Ginger Edwards. Gina Brooks. Laura Brown. Lauri Saunders, San- dy Lopez. |oy Bland, (back) Kayla Reeves. Sonja Simmions. Dannelle Ford. Kim Lamarr. Dawn Kimball. Heather Howell. Lori Nolson, Michelle Bird. Amy Kennedy. Dana Burns. Sherry Larson. Sherry Green. Kim Moseley. Lynnea Green. Photo by C. Callien. Anchor Club: ( ronlj Julie Cross. Lori Trim. Lisa Walker. Jan Harris. Jannelle Smith. (2) Belinda Gon- zales. Allison Mendoza. Pam Williams. Heidi Lutz. Twilla Land. D'Ann Proctor, (back) Mrs. Patti Bell, sponsor: Misty Cowart. Melissa Lau. Mary Morlna, Robin Mendelovitz. Kellie Webb, Kim Roquemore. Ms. Margarita Cantu. Mr. Jack Cooksey, sponsors. Photo by C. Callien. Fiona Borgel and Jannelle Smith demonstrate that they can repre- sent more than one club. Jannelle, member of the Anchor and Spanish Clubs, had to bo initiated in both the clubs on initiation day. Photo by R. Nesler. I... liked having my locker decorated.” Groups set up projects The J.R.A. and An- chor Clubs participated in many different serv- ice projects. “We sold twice as many bouton- nieres as last year,” said Zohn Flukinger. co- president of the J.R.A.'s. “We are a lot bicger and more successful?’ add- ed Mrs. Patti Bell, the Anchor Club sponsor. J.R.A. activities in- cluded providing gifts to teacher secret pais, a banquet and operating the concession stands at basketball eames. Unlike last year, we had a poster party every Monday night, commented Karlin Thompson. “The poster parties were a lot of tun, and I loved work- ing the concession stand.” added Holly Frazier. Each J.R.A. member was assigned a football player to support throughout the season. Brent DelToro, a foot- ball player, said, “I en- joyed having the sup- port of somebody dur- ing the season, and I especially liked havinc my locker decorated and getting cookies and stuff to munch on.” Anchor Club members participated in manv projects that included taking care of the memorial fountain flower bed and organiz- ing Students Against Drunk Driving (S.A.D.D.). The group held meetings before school every Wednes- day. “It feels great to help others,” said Mrs. Bell. “Helping organize S.A.D.D. was probably one of the greatest achievements this year,” commented Jan Harris. 108 J.R.A.'s. Anchor Club Ju t as many clubs do. the J.R.A.'s sell fund-raising items like the gray colored Ranger sweatshirts. On the back of each were the graduating class members' names. Jennifer Wilkerson. a J.R.A. member, helps unpack the newly delivered sweat- shirts. Photo by C. Chappell. Lisa Waller, lane Harris and Jan- neile Smith clean out the flower beds around the memorial foun- tain. Photo by D. Fronto. J.R.A. members Kari Barrios and Zohn Fluckingcr sell Homecoming boutonnieres during their lunch hour. Many clubs and organiza- tions sold items during all three lunch periods. Photo by R. Sester. J.R.A.’s. Anchor Club 109 no Octagon: (frontJ lames Barrera. Michelle Lewandowski. Stacy Clancy. (2) Rodney Martin. Brian Lomoflo. Paulo Tyler. James Peace. Alan Lindner. Wesley Wooley. (3) Alicia Deal. Shannon Hedger. Noe Van Syckle. Danny Tarver. Corey Henderson. Ronnie Wilson. Charles Lindner, lames Miller. Creg Griffin. Sgt. David Aiken, sponsor. Photo by D. Franta. Before attending a Rotary Interna- tional luncheon. Interact Club members help assist a police officer to keep his squad car shiny. Gee, Scott. said Brad Walsh, taking a lino from the hit movie. Karate Kid. This waxing on and waxing off sure does boost a growing boy's ap- petite! Photo by D. Franta. Before an Interact meeting to prepare for the Rehabilitation Center Christmas party, members John Richardson. Shannon Com- eaux. Brent DelToro. Angela Ing- ham. Brad Walsh, Scott Parker, and Mr. Mark Martin, who just happened to stray into the picture, decide to quonch their thirst at the memorial fountain. Photo by D. Franta. Octagon Club members go about their assigned duties of guarding the mascot, tho Ranger Man. This was a normal procedures at all football games for James Berrera, Danny Tarver. Greg Griffin. Ronnie Wilson. Kevin Adkins, and Sgt. David Aiken. Photo by D. Franta. Interact. Octagon Club “It helped me raise my grades.” To make the school better Like most everywhere else. Sterling had its share of problems. However, clubs such as the Interact and Octagon clubs helped make this school a better place to be. The Octagon Club, a service club, assisted in various school activities. Its members, who included sophomores, juniors and seniors, assisted the cheerleaders, band and Stars set up equipment before games. They also helped in the organization of pep rallies. The club also raised money to help brighten Christmas for some needy residents of the area. Alicia Deal, a senior club member, exclaimed, There are many good people and 1 enjoy being helpful. Chuck Linder, sophomore, stated. I joined the club because it helped me to raise my grades and because I wanted to be more involved. The Interact Club, made up of all male members, was also formed to serve the school and the community. The club centered its atten- tion in aiding the Bay Area Rehabilitation Center. David Elmore, a senior, said, We raised money in order to give a Christmas party for the kids at the rehabilita- tion center. He continued. “We also collected newspapers for the Top Jock Contest held earlier in the year, referring to a Houston Chronicle- sponsored radio contest. Both clubs spent many hours in order to help others. Shannon Burton, a senior and an Interact Club member, stated. All my life,” he joked. “I’ve been an outcast. I guess I just wanted to be something in life. Now, I have at least two friends. Scott and maybe Brent, and I can go to luncheons every Wednes- day for a free meal since I joined Interact. Michelle Lewandowski, the president of the Octagon Club, com- mented. The football players and coaches get plenty of recognition; however the Octagon Club does the best job the most quietly. Michelle Lewandowski, president of the Octagon Club, works tediously on a P.A. system. This was only one of the many respon- sibilities of Octagon Club members who helped prepare the equipment for nil homo football games. Photo by C. Prescott. Interact: (front) Shannon Burton. Scott Parker. Ronda Gillum. Brad Walsh. Brent Deitoro. (bark} Kelly Plato. Stephen Ekerman. John Richardson. Jake Riser, David Elmore. Shannon Comeaux. Kevin Schweors. Photo by C. Gallien. Interact. Octagon Club 111 German Club: f ront) Shana Pfeif- fer, Steve Floyd, Kim Rhodes. Laura Winder, Gena Monroe. (2) Vance Mercaldo, Bryan Woods. Eric Henderson. Shelley Buff- ington. Nicole Norris. Lynette Niedziejko, Melanie Constance. Tracey Sessions. Barbara Pet rash, Herr Helmuth Mayer, sponsor. (3} Dave Zemkosky. Chris McQueen. Kathi Talutis. Lisa Peterson. Stephanie Batla, Lori Trim. Danny Buie. Cyndi Rebensdorf. Laura Myers, (backj Paul Tolon. Brent Watson. Billy Nelson. Jason Caruso. Chris Aspdal, Johann Wighand. Tracy Scheller. Eric Hopper. Molly Westerman. Photo by C. Gallien. French Club members sport their now T-shirts during one of their meetings that was held in Miss Kay Hill's room. Photo by D. Rassmussen. German Club members Jennifer Fuchs. Erik Hopper. Gina Monroe and Chris Chappell discuss material they are studying for the foreign language festival which was held in Nachodoches on February 20. Photo by D. Fronto. 112 French and German Clubs 4 “ [y favorite activity was ... convention.” Clubs hold functions The French and German Clubs stayed active par- ticipating in various func- tions and promoting the language and cultures of their respective countries. Both clubs participated in various money-making projects throughout the year. The French Club, sponsored by Miss Kay Hill, had its annual crepe sell. The French pastries were prepared by students and sold in the cafeteria. The German Club sold candy to fund the activities that they participated in. Kim Rhodes, a junior in the German Club, ex- claimed, “My favorite club activity was end-of-the-year convention. The conven- tion allowed students in German Club to meet others from throughout the state who shared the same in- terest in language. Aimee Lannou. a junior in French Club, commented. My fa- vorite activity was end-of- the-year banquet ... It was great. While at the ban- quet. club members discuss- ed club business and elected new officers. While the Arch de Triomphe wasn’t in the San {acinto Mall and the Rhine Valley couldn’t be found along the banks of Cedar Bayour, the clubs did make the students feel a little closer to the languages and cultures of two countries, thousands of miles away. French Club: (front) Lillian Estrada. Angela Singleton. Robert Liggins. Laura Brown. Tatia Stevens. (2) Renee Hebert. Carla Flores. Pedro Gutierrez. Siyata Nadkarni. Nanette Street. Angie Mullins. Katie Medard. Nahita Bhavsar. 13) Gina Brooks. Erin Casey. Debbie Bryant. Voronica Molina. Chizue Spencer. Aimee Lannou. Kimm Le- Mond. (4) Tasha Gwartney. I-aw Cunningham. Kristen Corder. Kristen (ones. Kristi Lemely. Tonia Shirley. Cheri Hulsey. Miss Kay Hill, sponsor. (5) Brian Yeager. Jason Donavon. Brian Duggan. Daniel Floyd. Mark Jackson. David Elmore. Becky Saterbak. Rob Brown. Matt White, Misty Cowart. Photo by C. Collien. French and German Clubs 113 ‘‘J.C.L. is good as it is ... Language clubs sell candy Students wanting to learn more about a foreign language joined such clubs as Spanish Club or Junior Classical League (J.C.L.). Members from both clubs stayed busy throughout the year and some participated in the Foreign Language Festival held in Nacog- doches in late February. J.C.L. members competed in area, state and national competitions during the year while both the Spanish Club and J.C.L. participated in club initiations and had fund raisers. Both clubs held candy sales to aide in supporting various ac- tivities. including the end- of-the-year banquets. While members of both clubs were generally satisfied with the operation of their respective organiza- tions. all agreed some changes could be made. Woody Theeck. president of J.C.L., commented, ‘‘J.C.L. is good as it is; however, more dedicated members would be nice.” While some students didn’t care what E Pluribus Unum or buenos dias meant, others wanted to find out. The Spanish Club and J.C.L. served that purpose. Spanish Club: (JrontJ Steven Murray. Kelly Benavides. Michelle Bond. Donna Liska. Greg Bond. Danielle Wolfe. Carole Schmidt. (2) Sherry Mor- ris. Lisa Michalsky. |ason Haddox. Paulino Guerra. Angie Planto. Keri Cof- fey. Heidi Rocder. Melissa Horton. Nancy Erfan. Lydia Medrano. Hilda Franco. Lillian Estrada. (3) Melissa Asbill, LeAnee Adcox. Rod Isberto, Jennifer Vela. Tammy Williams. Hugo Salazar. Missy Bargainer. Melissa Brandon. Dawn Carter. Laura Arabie. Jenifer Speigle. Donna St. Julian, Lora Alfred. Tootie Hayward. Sonja Simmons. Jan Harris. Tammy Ken- nedy. Jana Porras. (back) Shannon Hobbins. Bonnie Holm. Mike Fagarason. Sean Davis. Chris Fuller. Danny Dalstra. Stu Englehardt, Manual Gonzalez. Marshall McKay. Spencer Jackson. Jake Riser. Pat Gilbert. Alan Lindner. Photo by C. Gallien. 114 J.C.L.. Spanish Club On dub initiation day, which was held in the fall, many students are initiated into clubs. Some were in itiated into more than one. like Angel Rains, a (unior. She ioined J.C.L and I.R.A.'s and gets stared at by Lynn Hirt and Tom Adams, both seniors. Photo by R. Neater. Toward the end of Mr. Cliff Witt’s fourth period Latin class. Woody Theeke. senior and president of J.C.L.. Laura Floyd, a senior, and Anthony Shawler. a junior, discuss the upcoming Foreign Language Festival at Stephen F. Austin University. Photo by D. Pronto. J.C.L.: (front) Woody Thoock. Tom Adams. Mary Morlan. Jesus Balderas. Byron Gray. (2) Theresa Ng-A-Mann. Sunita Varghees. Meredith Butler. Tien Nguyen. Angela Rains. Andy McCauley. Bridget Macias. Dave Stewart. Brian Davis. Claudia Strangmeior, Carrie Claridy. (3) Mr. Cliff Witt, sponsor; Mrs. Annette Moulder. Debbie Morlan. Greg Bond. Laura Floyd. Sam Watkins. Sean Park. Lisa Hall, Deanna Nichols. LaDonna Nelson. Shannon Hobbis. Ronnie Bounds. Dawn Carter. Jennifer Speegle. Kathryn Rowland. Rod Isberto. (back) Kevin Jennings. Cleel Hopper. Wayne Skipper. Michael Bardy. Martin Rincon. Anthony Shawler, Michael Powell. Kent Rein. Derek Bradshaw. Drew Ellis. Gabriel William. Kent Reep. Photo by C. Callien. J.C.L.. Spanish Club 115 Debate: (front) Kathryn Rowland. Heidi Roeder. Kori Coffee. Allison Men- doze. Chet Henderson (2) Rod Isberto. Scott Cogburn, Wendy Hindman. Stacy Zavodny. Mary Hewitt. Laura Floyd. Sonja Simmons. Shannon Bur- ton. Andy Rhoads. (3) Troy Fields. Wayne Connerton. David Burt. Tracy Schellor. Kyle Pounds. Kurt Repp. Pat Gilbert. Jako Riser. Angie Pieternelle. (back) Chris Aspadar. Martin Rincon. Greg Floyd, Rich Hall. Spencer lackson. Sean Davis. Andy Ward. James Simian. Steve Floyd. Eric Rasmussen. Mr. Bryan Borah, sponsor. Photo by C. Gallien. “I wish we had more support.. To spur creative interests While some students were content with a seven- hour school day. others were looking for something extra. To spur their creative interest, drama, speech and debate offered those with the talent to meet the challenge and create something to be proud of. The drama department stayed busy throughout the year working on various performances. They began the year by doing Juvie and Addict and did Tevya and His Daughters for the U.I.L. competition. Randy Morris, a junior and president of the Drama Club, stated. Drama is great; however. I wish we had more support from the school.” While drama practiced for its performances, speech was also active. John Richardson, a senior, com- mented. “Tongue twisters were the most interesting things in speech this year. They were great. The speech students won several awards at tour- naments they competed in during the year. D’Laine Ponder and Charlotte Rageth. both seniors, both won awards during the year. After the research was out of the way. the debate students were busy going to tournaments and preparing their cases. Mr. Brian Borah, sponsor, stated. The kids are great. You couldn’t ask for a more dedicated group. Creativity was the key in drama, speech and debate. Students in these groups had more on their minds than just the grade on the report card. They had a goal, a goal to be the best. 116 Speech, Drama. Debate As Shannon Burton waits patient- ly, Mrs. Joy Woods stops to think of the perfect introduction for Tim McMullin's speech during fifth period speech class. Photo by C. Chappell. Debaters spend many hours preparing for tournaments as Steve Floyd, a senior, looks over his affirmative case that he plans to use in his next debate. Photo by T. Fields. Drama: (frontI Donna Shick, Eric Barnes. Chandie Ambler. Randy Cuz Morris. Lori Trim. Janelle Smith. (21 Lisa Johnson. Barbara Martin. Tammy Little. Nikki Phillips. Razor Gonzales. Renee Hebert. Doug Edwards. Shannon Parker. Sherri Morris. Carla Nickols. Nisha Tholstrop, Laura Martinez. Lisa Martin. Kathy Rios. Jennifer Gregory. (3) Joann Hewitt. Harper Shelby. John Christi Owens. Jyl Ummel. Teresa. Danille Wolfe. Cindy Kates. Rhonda Lee. Kathy Trim. Kelly Sudberry. Kristen Harris. Holly Ummel. Gina Brooks. Doug Berry. 14) Leigham Courtney. Evelyn Rodriguez Hayroard. Arron Wooster. Donna St. Julian. Candy Thomas. Wayne Marshall. Sherry Bates. Brigctte Macias. Wayne Connerton. Martin Rencon. Jenifer Watkins. Kyle Hendricks. (5) Mr. Joe Wheelis. sponsor. Brian Otto. Tracey Florio. Melissa Brandon. Shelloy Copeland. Angel Erderly. Dion Crichlow. Spencer Jackson. Tab Pierce. (6J Jimmy Golden. Steve Fox. Jason Gylstrum. Photo by C. Call fen. Erica Foreman. Denise Sanders and Cindy Kates get a good laugh as they read over their script that they will be performing for U.l.L Photo by D. Franta. Speech. Drama. Debate 117 F.C.A. member John Richard- son. along with other students. Sandy Lopoz. Shawn Schim- ming and Gary Higginbotham look over a passage from The Bi- ble. Bible study was one of the many things the members did throughout the year. Photo by D. Pronto. F.CA. sponsor. Coach Bruce Paulus, along with Gary Higginbotham and Brad Walsh, discuss what's on the agenda for the upcoming meeting to be held after school. Photo by D. Fronta. Ranger Writer members choosing stories, poetry and othor literature for the Piece of Mind magazine in- clude Michael Nelson. Jyl Ummel. Greg Bond. Gone Monroe and Kristen Corder. Photo by D. Fronto Ranger Writers: f ront) Renee Hebert. Jyl Ummel. Heidi Roeder. Carrie Clarity, (back) Kristen Cor- der. James Simien. Greg Bond. Mr. Cary Sodlacek. sponsor. Deanna Nichols. Gena Monroe. DeDe Kendrick. Photo by C. Galllen. 118 Ranger Writers. F.C.A. The open-mindedness ... is very interesting.” Groups try to be involved Although the Fellowship of Christian Athletes and the Ranger Writers were two different tvpes of organizations, tney did have one thing in com- mon. Both groups did what they believed in. The F.C.A. practiced athletics with religion while the Ranger Writers tried to en- courage students to be involved with lit- erature. The F.C.A. was com- posed of young men who wanted to play athletics and worship God at the same time. The club held its meetings at members’ homes where study ses- sions on prayer were conducted. The club had several guest speakers, including Coach Gaylord Fenley, Mr. James Bitsy” Dans of Memorial Baptist Church and Roy Parker of First Baptist Church. Coach Bruce Paulus, F.C.A. sponsor, com- mented, I enjoy the opportunity to see and hear young men share their faith in Jesus Christ and watch them grow in their faith.” The main project of the Ranger Writers was to publish the literary magazine, Piece of Mind. The club ac- cepted prose, poetry and short stores from students. They then chose the works with the best literary appeal and put them in the magazine. Gena Monroe, a junior Ranger Writer, explained, The open- mindedness of the group is very inter- esting.” She continued. We’re always ready to accept new ideas and when we pick what will go in the magazine, it’s an unprejudiced approach. The F.C.A. and the Ranger Writers were both clubs in which students took an active role. Wayne Miller, a senior F.C.A. member, stated. “I enjoy everything about F.C.A. We share our problems and work together.” Fellowship of Christian Athletes. (front) Marshall McKay. Kolly Plato. Wayne Miller. Chris Sanders. (2) Coach Bruce Paulus, sponsor; Rex Miller. Brian Walsh. Les Strickland. Chad Lyons. l)oug Edwards. Brian Jones. Jason Hor- ton. (3) Duane Hucklebee. Scott Niemeier. John Richardson. Brad Walsh. Kelly White. Richard Hall (backj Chris Fuller. Jake Riser. Drew Ellis. John Broad. Cory Hig- ginbotham. Lance Teel. Wayne Hodges. Photo by C. Gallien. Ranger Writers. F.C.A. 119 Kelly McQueen demonstrates how to use a springboard to her fifth grade P.E. students. Kelly, a member of F.T.A.. taught at San Jacinto Elementary every morning as a student teacher. Photo by D. Franto. Academic Decathlon: (front) Troy Fields. Laura Floyd. Andrew Rhodes, (bock) Steve Floyd. Kyle Pounds. Joe Hall. Keith Davis. Mac Oparakum. Photo by D. Franta. S.A.D.D.: f rontj Lynn Jones. Jan Hams. Steven Murray. Cathy Berniard. Eileen Sambilay. (2) Mrs. Sharon Arm- strong. sponsor; Tammy Kennedy. Kelly Bienividos. LeeAnn Willot. Maria Sandoval. |ana Carislyle. Kelly Cardenas. Susan Ander. Rachael Salazar. Tracy Newman. Jana Porras. f3) Jason Haddox. Wayne Marshall. Hoidi Roeder. Greg Bond. Carole Schmidt. Laura Arabie. Doug Edwards. Misty Schultz. Christy Wikert. Lisa Olivor. Shannon Hobbins. Sujata Nadkarnni. (4) Joann Hewitt. Kristen Corder. Tracey Scholler. DoDe Kendrick. Ginger Prescott. Kim Durkey, Donna St. Julian. Shana Miks. lora Alfred. Cathy Rios. Michelle Camden. (5) Karen Blaney. Mellisa Brandon. Alan Caraway. Sheryl Phillips. Andrea Sooner. Misty Cowart. Amy Kennedy. Sherry Larson. Laurel Kind. Ginger Gardener. Tara Lomica. Carrie Sampson, (back) Tracey Florio. Gwen Jones. Chris Fuller. Stuart Englehart. Susan McHenry. Becky Saterbak. Derrick Bradshaw. Scott Veihmeir. Missy Bargainer. Jennifer Speigal, Dawn Carter. Photo by C. Callien. 120 A.D.. F.T.A.. S.A.D.D. PARKING HERE TO CORNER BUCKLE h i f i UP F.T.A.: (front) Allison Gilbreath. Elizabeth Jannise. Robin Neimier. (2) Robin Guidry. Melinda Bradford. |ulio Cross. Renee Hebert. Mary Colley. Lana Clement, (back) Mrs. Laura Kellner, sponsor. Kayla Reeves. Tina Stoneburgh. Vicki Wilson. Alan Linder. Kellie Jordan. Kara Poling. Charles Bellomy. Mrs. Martha Harper, sponsor. Photo by C. Gallien. “It’s excellent training.” A well-rounded education Encouraging students to push their academic abilities and to reach the goal of a well-rounded education was what the hours of 8 to 3 were all about. Serving a vital role in the education process was Future Teachers of America. Academic Decathlon and Students Against Drunk Driving as all three groups brought a dif- ferent aspect to learning. F.T.A. was a group of seniors who were interested in working in education someday. After spending first period with Mrs. Mar- tha Harper, the sponsor, the students went to different elementaries and junior schools throughout the district to work with students in a classroom set- ting. Kara Poling exclaimed. In F.T.A. we learn about stages of development and study characteristics of good teacning. She continued. It’s excellent training! Academic Decathlon in- jected a touch of competi- tion to the learning process. The group, sponsored by Mr. Bryan Borah and Mr. Gary Micinski. studied a One of S.A.D.D.’ goals was to gel everyone lo use seal bolls. Here. Iho sponsor and several members gather around Iho new “buckle up wide array of subjects to prepare students for meets which they competed in. Mac Oparakum. a senior, said. The most fun 1 enjoy in Academic Decathlon is meeting people from other schools in friendly competi- tion. He continued. I especially liked the super quiz. Students Against Drunk Driving, or S.A.D.D.. was a group sponsored bv Mrs. Sharon Armstrong wno met once a week. The students addressed the problem of drunk driving through discussion and films. They attempted to inform students of the dangers of drunk driving while also teaching them responsibili- ty. Steven Murray, a junior and president of S.A.D.D., said. If kids want to go out and drink, that’s their prob- lem. He continued, if they go out and drink and drive, it’s everyone’s problem! While these groups were quite different from each other, they did have similarities. All strived to make students a little more knowledgeable. sign at the exit of the parking lot to remind students and teachers lo fasten their safety belts. Photo by 0. Pronto. A D . F.T.A . S.A.D.D. 121 I get so many more hours to work .. Going a half day to school Being in Distributive Education or Industrial Cooperative Training meant being in school for only hall a day. Be- ing in a coop class gave the student a half a day of school and a full eight-hour work day. Lauri Saunders, a senior, commented, “I enjoy the half day of school because school goes by so quickly and I get so many more hours to work each week.” In each of the two organizations, students competed in competi- tions. D.E. students competed in contests which were composed of a 100-question test. Also, the competition had a role-play quiz as to what to ao in certain job situations. As for I.C.T., students com- peted in categories such as notebook, club organization and parliamentary pro-cedures. Students in these coop classes went on field trips throughout the area. In the I.C.T. classes, they went to the University of Texas Institute of Technology and to Hughes Tools. In D.E.. students went to the Houston Galleria to observe business adver- tising. They also went to Dallas to visit the Justin Boot Co., the World Trade Market and the Dallas Galleria. Allan Laughlin, a senior, concluded, “I enjoy my class.” During (ho first annual I.C.T. arm wrestling contest. Mr. Ross Ander- son. sponsor, times a match as Arcel jacobs gets the upper hand on his opponent. Photo by E. Rasmussen. While working at her D.E. |ob, Shauna Chapman prepares to show some jewelry items to a prospective customer. She went to school half a day and then reported to her job. Photo by C. Bays. 122 D.E. I.C.T. Allen Laughlin, a senior, changes a flat tire for a customer while work- ing at his I.C.T. job. He worked at the Exxon on the corner of Park and Pruett Streets and received a grade for his work. Photo by J. Culp. As D.E. sponsor, Mrs. Clare Bays helps her students sell items and count money from their year-long fund-raiser, the school store. Students sold candy, snack items, pencils and pens before second and third periods. Photo by D. Pronto. Distributive Education: (front) Michele Frasher, Felicia Brysch. Sheryl Nutall. Samantha I.eMann, Amy Fitzgerald. Shauna Chapman. Laura Hendricks, (back) June Odom. Mrs. Clare Bays, sponsor. Mindy Roal. Nathan Sheppard. Sammie Ramsdale. Teresa Taylor. |odi Kaatz. Susan Jackson. Missy Garner. Shelly Coursoy. Jami Richardson. Deanna Williams. Mellisa Swick. Steven Elliot. James Berrera. Photo by E. Rasmussen. Industrial Cooperative Training: (front) Katherine Montgomery. James Trapp. Dewayne Nall. (2) Shawn Hebert. Sean Price. Tommy Cole. Jeff McMichael. Lannie Em- finger, Arron Gutierrez, Jarei Shivers, (bock) Tracy Cox. Pete Matthieson. Jimmy Christmas, Jason Young. Quint Richardson. Chris Spykor. Brenda Jenkins. Mr. Ross Anderson, sponsor. Photo by C. Gallien. D.E.. I.C.T. 123 H.E.R.O (front) Eural Jones. Jake Green. Maria Salas. Ray Sowell. Suzie Walker. Chloodellc Mercer. Kevin Clark. (2) Lisa Nelson. Tina Hernandez. Glenda Rearick. Bar- bara Alexander. Shanon Smith. Laci Lauderdale, Karen Kabernick. Shelly Johnson. Mario Frasier. Kim Scott. Mrs. Judith Tyler, sponsor. (3) Debbie Davis. DeoDoo Shivers. Kelly Bell. Tammy Wauszkieviez. Melanie Griffin. Naomi Thompson. Maria Herrera. Linda Deason. Wan- da Deason. Henrietta Hanchette, Molanie Freeman, (back) F.ric Doucette. Loir Balderidge. Lori Badget. Holly Wren. Daniel Ford. Greg Pyron. Mark Doskocil. Travis Page. Lori Vondenstein. Photo by C. Callien. Two of the F.H.A. sponsors. Mrs. Brenda Stone and Mrs. Sharron Coker, take time out to enjoy their noontime meal. Their classos ato during third lunch. Photo by D. Franto. Clubs serve as vital link One of the main reasons for coming to school was to prepare yourself for the future. Two organizations who made this task some- what easier was Future Homemakers of America and Home Economics Related Occupations. F.H.A. was a club that prepared students for the family setting of the 21st century. The club, which was closely related to the home economics department, allowed stuaents to learn how to care for and understand children while also training students to function in a basic home lifestyle. Gwen Jones, a senior, commented, 1 joined this because it helps me to better understand the physical, mental and social well-being of children.” Angela Ingham, a senior and president of F.H.A., stated, I like to learn about the things that this organization teaches.” Sne con- tinued, “We learn about budgeting, homemaking, financial situations and child-birth. The H.E.R.O. club was an organization whose members left school early to work at a job. Lori Badget, a junior, stated, I joined H.E.R.O. because I thought that it would be neat to work in a day care center and have experience with children. She con- tinued. ‘Td like to work with children one day.” Both F.H.A. and H.E.R.O. served as a vital link in some students’ education. As Kietha Porter, a junior in F.H.A. said, I plan to be a child psychologist so I think F.H.A. willbe a great help.” 124 F.H.A. HERO. Barbara Alexander and Theda hazard practice dry measurements, one of ihe many learning processes during Mrs Brenda Stone's third period foods and nutrition class. Photo by Dr. Franla. V . F.H.A. (front) Amy Fagarason. Linda Sherman. Sonja Wilson. Lori Hoops. Maria Salas. Melanie Freeman. (2) Sandra Lopez. Kori Coffey. Kelly Bell. Jackie Bauman. Lisa Tisdale. Melanie Smith. (3) Mrs. Brenda Stone, sponsor: Mrs. Sharron Coker, sponsor. Tanya Spell. Lacho Hondricks. Wendy Moss. Tracey Windham. Kathrine Montgomery. Erica Foreman. Kim Scott. John Richardson, fbockj Terri Pomonis. Gwendolyn Jones, Lynnea Green. Cheryl Breshears. Susan Fuller. Karen Vincent. Melissa Brandon. Jacky Green. Photo byC. Call ion. Mrs. Brenda Stone's fifth period Homomaking 1A mixes paint for color wheels. The purpose of this activity, which included Intrica Holmes. Jennifer Delcore. Shiela Traitor and Shanetha Sherman, was to show itudents how colors combined to form new colors. Photo by M. -fcCuiston. F.H.A.. H.E.R.O. 125 F.F.A. members work on a 20-foot gooseneck livestock trailer that they will use as their entry in tho ag mechanics contest at the Houston Livestock Show. Helping out are Barry Evans. James Rosser. Ronald Smith and Billy Russom. Pholo by R. .Vester. Future Farmers of America: f ront) Mr. John George, adviser; Marcia Walters. Becky Barrios. Kelli Har- din. Shelly Strokes. Kelly Pyle. Tricia Evans. Judy Reed. Gertman Robinson. Mr. James Patterson, ad- viser. (2) Barry Evans. Joe Bevel. Tara Hildebrand, Shanna Pfeiffer. Sheila Traylor. Roxanne Knap- penberger. Melanie Smith. Mindy Real. Lisa Tisdale. Blake Mullins. Shane Smith. (3} Cory Hildebrand. Russell Fabian. Ronald Smith. Clint Oliver, Stacoy Enderli. Kelvin Dunnam. Brett Lucas. Scott Wilkins. Felton Brakin. Elizabeth Brakin. Jason Carvso. (badcj Joel Thompson. Jimmy Jones. Randy Ressler. Mark Branch. Larissa Jones. Scooter Hensarling. Ronnie Parrish. James Rosser. Kent Rein. Alton Blackford. Pholo by C. Callien. Rex Miller, a freshman, takes the honors by winning tho Big Buck Contest held by students in ag classes. The eight-point deer which had a 19% inch spread and stood 11% inches high, was taken near Hodge. Texas. The deer set an all- time record for the contest. Photo by D. Franta. The Christmas float is only one of the many contests that the F.F.A. enters. Kelli Hardin, the F.F.A. vice president, and Scott Wilks put the finishing touches on tho entry that was displayed in the Christmas parade held December 4. Photo by R. Vester. 126 F.F.A. Greenhands: (from) Rex Miller. William Fowler, Matthew Rucker. Carol Weekly. Cheryl Martin. Stephanie McAlister. Kim Hotspeich. Susan Wimberly. (2J Mr. John George, advisor: Randy Funderburk. Danny Fox. Joey Riley, Matt Harlin. Roy McKay. Chris Hoeser. Dan Henderson, (bockj Leslie Carter. Bubbo Wehmeyor. Brent King. Terry Jackson. Brian Warren. David Turmon. Lionel Coleman. Lloyd Czorwonka. Billy Pliant. Mr. Jumcs Patterson, adviser. Photo by C. Gallicn. F • F.A. is a lot of hard work.” Club sponsors luncheon Responsibility is a ma- jor part of F.F.A. Kim Lotspeich. sophomore, stated, “People don't realize what it takes to raise animals. If I would have known how much responsibility there was, I don't know if I would have chosen F.F.A. for an elective. However. I'm glad I did. From the beginning of school through the spring. F.F.A. students were busy getting their animals ready for the Houston Livestock Show. Tara Hildebrand, sophomore, exclaimed. “I am in it strictly for the money. Last year I was paid $300 for my animal. The work finally paid off in the end. The hard work didn’t end there. F.F.A. members were constant- ly involved in fund- raisers so they could have money to compete in contests. F.F.A. also sponsored two sausage sales and a sausage luncheon for the faculty to show appreciation. The F.F.A. brought toys for tots for area youngsters and spon- sored a canned food drive for the less for- tunate. Tara concluded, F.F.A. is a lot of work, but it also is a lot of fun. faculty members at the luncheon sponsored by F.F.A. Tara Hildebrand, an F.F.A. member, ox- claimed. “I thought it wont very well. Photo by M. McCuiston. F.F.A. 127 Data Processing: (front) Barry Church. Shelly Buffington. Krispon Cote . Lorry Sanders (2) Mr Richard Reboulot. sponsor: Leonard Luna. Curtis Rene. Chance Ford. Curt Nicks, (bockj Michael Gibbs. Deke Witt, l.eslie Hector. Kenneth Augustine. Michael Gibson. Photo by D. Front a. Office Services: f rontj Tracey Stutts. Rona Burt in. Kelly Thomas. Sandra Tillman. Angela Smith, Jolayne Crumpler. Candy Watts, Tracy Watkins. Patricia Rene. Sandra Frazier. (2j Stacy Reiner. Elia Garza. Pam Pierce, Terina Balt. Tamora Eldridge. Daloa Ochoa. Cheryl Pomonis. Sylvia Mar- tinez. Kathy Reins. Jackie Jones. Felicia Wheatfall. Zelga Ramirez. Carla Carwell. (3) Charlie Fields. Vickie Caudill. Carina Ashley. Barbara Hanks. Brandy Rushing. Theresa Bender. Mellisa Heart. Stacy Poling. Kim Curtis. Shelly Fruge. Michelle Cauco, (back] Denis Lazard. Spike Budd. Karen Yule. Rachol Lazard. Zila Amuru. Keri Poetess. Mr. Lavon McKennoy. sponsor. Photo by C. Gallion. While at the offset press, students in Mr. Lavon McKenney's office services class prepare one of their newsletters that wore published throughout the year. Photo by R. Nestor. 128 Vocational Clubs “It’s a real educational experience. Offering business ventures Training students in office procedures and business was the pur- pose of O.E.A., data pro- cessing and office serv- ices. These organiza- tions worked through- out the year in a variety of business ventures. Not all were here at Sterling; some took place at the career center. Sheri Mason, a senior, attended the career center for O.E.A. and was also vice presi- dent of the club. Sheri commented, I enjoy this club because I get to meet new people. She continued. I like being involved in Baytown.” O.E.A. members also visited the children’s wing of a hospital on Halloween and sold calendars to raise money for club activities. Data processing was also another club at the center. Data processing prepared students for the ever-growing com- puter world. Leonard Luna, a junior, ex- plained. This club gives hands-on ex- perience with different computers and com- puter languages. He continued. It’s a real educational ex- perience. Another club that dealt with the office world was office serv- ices. The club worked on a 16-page vocational newspaper. Cheryl Pomonis, freshman, commented, I wanted to learn how to type, work with computers and in the dark room.” No matter why students choose these offerings, the classes were meeting the needs of tomorrow. They trained students to be a stable part of the work force, a scene that was constantly changing. Office Education Association: (front) Elisa Estrada. Elsa Rodriguez, Kristie Holley. Donna Marlin. (2) Corina Rodriguez. Cuccldri Medrano. Dolly Breaux. Sheri Mason. Brenda Newson, Veronica Salazar, (back) Stephanie Walden. Kelly Wilson. Charlotte St. Romain. Photo by D. Fronto. At the career center, Stuart Englehart. a junior, prepares to remove part of his assignment from the printer. Photo by D. Fronto. Vocational Clubs 129 “TPhere’s money in it and I learned a lot.. Trades planned as careers Metal trades, building trades and woodshop were voca- tional courses which helped students with their future careers. The metal trades students learned how to weld with the ox- yacetylene rig and the arc machine. Many students planned to use their trade as a career. Shane Ely, sophomore, replied, “There’s money in it and I learned a lot about the class. Building trades helped build things from the ground up. Michael Purifoy, a senior, said I like building trades because I like the idea of work- ing with wood. The woodshop students learned how to make many things starting with a plain piece of wood and creating something special. John Walker, a junior, commented, I like working on my own and building my own things. He con- tinued, “We built waterbeds, bow and ar- rows, desks and we also built trophies for R.O.T.C. Metal trades, building trades, and woodshop all spurred students’ creative ideas. Through working on special projects, students developed a skill they could use for a lifetime. Chris Wilson, a junior, uses the table saw to create a baseball bat during building trades class. Besides this, the class worked at various other projects throughout the year. Photo by D. Franta. 130 Vocational Clubs Building Trades: (front) Gene Guy. Chris Wilson. Kenneth Alvarez. (2) Kenneth Mayo, instructor. Ishmael Cano. Matthew Venegas (bock) Jorge Varga . Camailla Pacton. Enrique Jaramillo, Shonnon Jones, Michael Purifoy. Eric Rose. Robert Pafford. Photo by D. Pronto. Woodshop: (front) Cory Hildebrand. Scott Doolittle. Keith Hall. John Walker. Karl Pretty, Lee Gollehon, John Hulsey. Jose Cer- vantes. Patrick Smith. Todd Fisher (2) Steven Davis. Shawn Hebert. John Ploss. Brian Walsh. Phlll Stewart. Relonda Dawson. Becky Jaynes. Juan Vasquez. Mike Romeo, Alberto Carcia. Nicholas Perez. f3} Michael Mueller. Todd Kratky. Tim Tuttle. Lannie Triche. Ployed Whoatfall. Gene Plores. Chris Adlong. Rusty Mason. Lester Knupple, Corey Burcl. Jaymie Clary. Photo by C. Gallien. Metal Trades: (front) Michael Fenton. Kip Hughes. Ramon Galvan. Kirt Kabernik. Andrew Aguilar. Eddie Mareno. Leone! Perez. David Coker. (2) John Johnson. Cary Cole. Dan Odom. Shano Ely. Donnie Pulton. David Thopson. Landry Hassell. (3) James Crockett. Jeff Mueller. Elrod Cren- shaw. Jeff Free. Jerry Taylor. Slim Talnugle. Photo byC. Gallien. Dan Odom, Ramon Galvan. Julio Garcia. Shane Ely and Leona) Perez carry their equipment to get started on the welding assignment in metal trades. Photo byD. Pronto. Vocational Clubs 131 Preparing to cal up • hind quarter of beef. Ron' nil Wilton, meat procauing tludenl. trim off the fat. Thl« three-hour cWtt wat held at the Stuart Career Center Photo by D. Fronto Auto Mechanica: ( rent) Quincy Spencer. Brent Newtosn. Cary Schater. Pedro Cattro. Karl Frerty. Kleth Fretty. Billy Could. Bty n Roy. Dale Cll«. |oe Pailtlaa U) Shawn Krabtl. Clyde Woodt. Dale Chapa. |ohn Colevtlle. Denny Acker. Weat Itauel. Andre Clark. Kww Purtley, (almo leper. Victor Ceitervede (J) Mr Doug Traylor, tpontor. Jaaon lone . Chrtt Moffet. Mike Holden. Pat Andrea. Blake Higginbotham. Cory Buret. Randy Uvltl. Robin BowL Charle Choyce. Kevin MofTil. Trent Quede Photo by C .Gollien Mr. Doug Traylor, auto mechanics teacher, explains to his students how to tear down a motor during his second class of the day. Photo byC. Chappell. It takes a lot of time ... Classes help teach skills The purpose of school is to create an in- telligent and well- rounded individual and. at the same time, teach that person a skill. That was the pur- pose of auto mechanics, autobody and meat pro- cessing as they taught skills that could be used in later life. Mike Holden, a junior, enrolled in auto mechanics, replied. The reason I took this class is because I wanted to find out how to work on cars and repair them myself. He continued. This may take a lot of time, but it will save a lot of money in the long run. Reese Pursley com- mented that he planned on becoming a mechanic and that he enjoyed working on all types of cars. For those more in- terested in the cars outer appearance than with what made it run, there was autobody. Melton Smith, a junior in autobody, ex- claimed. “The hardest thing to do in this class is sand a car by hand. It takes a lot of time and energy.” Along with autobody, meat processing was also taught at the career center. Tommy Pitts, a junior, stated, “I took this course because I hope to get a job in this field someday. Tommy continued, Maybe if I’m lucky, I will have my own meat market one day Besides just being another class, these courses provided an op- portunity for students to take part in something tney were interested in. Ronnie Moffit. a senior, remarked. “This is a verv interesting course ana I'm glad I decided to take it.” 132 Vocational Clubs Autobody: (front) Marion Ball. Madsen Gieger. |oe Martinez. Bryant Vitz. Tony Christian. Douglas Sodlacok. (back) Mr. Koith Mims, instructor; Doug Perry. Carl Fincher. Troy Sickle. Marty Carlton. Doug Boon. |ohn Wright. David Meadows. Manuel Elizondo. David Aspidal. Photo by D. Front a. Meat Processing: (front) Kevin Holcomb. Jason Reeves. Richard Rogers. David Price. Isidro Martinez. Jamie Comez. (hack) Dan Watkins. Ronnie Wilson. Joel (sacks, Greg Keeble. Chris Calma. Thomas Cormeel. Mr. Kevin Parker, instructor. Photo by D. Fronto. Morgia Hornbig. an auto mechanics student, cleans out a carburator. Class period was three hours long and taught by Mr. Doug Traylor. Photo by D. Fronto. As David Meadows watches. Marion Ball primers a 1980 Pontiac Phoenix belonging to Mr. Keith Mims, autobody instructor. Photo by D. Fronto. Vocational Clubs 133 Small Engine Repair, (frontJ Ken- neth Dykes. David Stanley. Stanley Brown. Michael Damge. Clement Richardson. Darrell Owing. David Grevenberg. (2) Mark Vetter. David Willett. Joseph Hausberger. Timothy Ellis. Travis Sims. Clarence Ball. Larry Frazier. Phillip Swindle. Mr. Vernon McGee, sponsor, (back! Jason Baker. Steve Talley. Gregory Toles. Cory Henderson. Eugene Wilson. Richard Neal. Photo by C. GoIIien. Henry Van Horn, a senior working hard to finish one of his projects in welding, sands down his barbecue pit during first period as he prepares to paint it. Photo by R. Nestor. 134 Vocational Clubs “I like to work with metals To be useful someday Learning leadership and how to handle responsibilities were just some of the skills taught in small engine repair, machine snop and welding. With these classes came a lot of hard work. Many students enrolled in these classes to learn a skill that they could use for a lifetime. Gregory Toles, a junior, stated, I look forward to com- ing to small engine repair every day so I can learn more about how to weld and cut.” Frank Martin ex- plained, “I took welding so that I could learn to weld and cut.” Frank continued, “I like to work with metals of different types, but I don’t think that I would ever want to make a career out of welding.” Mr. Vernon McGee, instructor of small engine repair, felt his responsibility of teacning his students was strong because it was good training. Bruce Harlon, a senior, exclaimed, “All these courses are good because it teaches life skills that may be useful someday.” Trying lo install a gas tank on a two-horse power Briggs and Strai- ten engine. Randy Barker and Dwayne Vaughn have trouble shooting the ongino. Photo by R. Neste r. Welding: (front) Jesus Alfaro. Paul Ancelet. Chris Auzenne. lames Harrison. Mike Carroll. Raul Ortiz. Rett Staner. (2) Roland Garza. Grant Tilton. Bruce Ehase, Thomas Waddell. Chacho Garcia. Eric Will- ingham. Jose Flores, (back) |oe Morris. Jesse Rodriguez. Ricky Felder, Bowen Isaacs. Greg Alicie. Sean Gruver. Roland Smith. Photo byD. Franta. cAiiiR com;? MACHINE. SHOP JL LS0 MTTPWW. Tf Machine Shop: (front) Lance Tompkins. Mitchell Narcisse. Jose Trujillo. Brian Ward, (back) Daniel Trevino. Andy Baptiste. Herman Goudeau. Bruce Johnson. Photo by D. Franta. Vocational Clubs 135 Cosmetology: (fronti Elite Little, Lisa Barrientes, D'Laino Ponder. Shelly Alfred, Naomi Rodriguez. Rachel Mendieta. Wendy Bogan. (2) Michelle Brinkley. Angela Stoerner. Kristin Landerwood. Angela Shafer. Monique Williams. Marie Luna. Christy Ary. Satona Creeks. (backi Christina Hodges. Tamiko Huff. Kimberly Jona. Mrs. Rita l.uker. sponsor: Tracy Woodal. Lonora Mekee. Angela Ramsey. Michelle Williams. Photo by D. Front a. John Lozano and Marshall Hutton try to put a stereo back togethor in the electronics class at the Stuart Career Center. Photo by D. Fronto. 136 Vocational Clubs “I like working with the plants. An aid in continuing education Cosmetology, elec- tronics and horticulture were all classes that allowed students to do something they en- joyed while, at the same time, learning a new skill. Many of the cirls in cosmetology planned on using the skills they learned in class to aid them as they continued their education when they took their state board exam. Lisa Bar- rientes, a senior, replied, I like cosmetology and I plan to use what I learned in the future. Another course that prepared students for entering the work scene was electronics, which was taught at the Stuart Career Center. While many planned to go to work in the field of electronics, many planned on continuing their education. Joseph Thierry, a junior, exclaimed, I’m going to go to college to continue using my skills to become an engineer. Most students that were enrolled in hor- ticulture had an in- terest in plants. The students cared for the shrubs, plants and other greenery and entered them in various contests. Gert- man Robinson, a senior, stated, “I like working with the plants. It’s a lot of fun.” Cosmetology, elec- tronics and horticulture all helped students train for the future. These courses seemed to pick up where the other classes left off. Electronics: (front) Glen Stacy. Kenneth Clark. |uan Lozano, Wendell Grappie, Brent Stanley. Marshall Hutton. (2) lose Garcia. |uan Alaniz. Brett Greshman. Iback) Wayne Walton. Michael Frcgia. Robert Rodriguez. Fred Rosas. Joey Barnhill. Photo by D. Franta. Horticulture: (front) Kara Foerster. Maricela Ochoa Milca. (back) Gertman Robinson. John Beaty. |ason Isaacks. fames Taylor. Deryl Lowery. Photo by D. Fronto. Kara Foerster. a horticulture stu- dent. illustrates how watering her plants helps thorn to grow Kara was just one of tho many students who spent much of their day at the career center. Photo by D. Franta. As the old saying goes. Practice makes perfect. Proving this to be true is Rachel Mendleta, Cheryl Mahar and Wendy Bogan as they style a young girl's hair during cosmetology class. Photo by D. Franta. Vocational Clubs 137 There were 2,485 students that called Sterling home for a big part of their day. Of that number, all had their own sets of beliefs, morals, ideas and priorities. The student body was made up primarily of Blacks, Whites, Hispanics and Orientals. They were mostly Protestant, Catholic and Jewish and came from different socio- economic backgrounds. However, they all had one thing in common: They became part of the microcosm known as the Ster- ling Rangers. Once these groups entered Sterling, they became more diverse as they met other types of people to form their own special cliques. These included such labels as jocis, nerds, kickers, loners, the more noticeable new wavers, not to mention the average, nameless, run-of-the-mill students that included everyone from the super intelligent to the not-so-intelligent. For these who didn’t identify with a par- ticular group, they usually associated with a cross-section of students. No matter who they were, students did their own things at their own places, helping to create this year, this time, this place. Although students were different, they were also the same. When they blended together, students formed a unique part of a great high school that denoted a classic setting. 138 People M r. Ed Wachtel. prin- cipal; Mrs. Martha Starkey, attendance secretary; and Kim Moseley look on as Joe Ron Waldrop, a senior, draws the name of the weekly winners of the Perfect Attendance Contest which was held during October. Mr. Wachtel exclaimed, “It paid off for the district because the percentage of daily attendance in- creased 3 6 of one per- cent which translates into approximately $400,000 for the district. Photo by E. Rasmussen. People 139 MO Freshmen Freshman Class Officers: Shorn Gillum, presi- dent: Jennie Kudjar. secretary; Lewanda Gilbert, vice president. Photo by D. Fronto. reshmen Cri sold,� Aceve t-ori Adams Trudv Alcazar Anthony Allen Cari Allen Cindy Allen Craig Allen Karon Allen Nisha Allen San |uana Almaquor Lorena Alvarez Marcus Arabie Bryan Armstrong Jeff Ashley l.ynsey Astley Biryal Ata Andrew Auguste Kirk Austin Krishna Avanl Betty Cabrera Lyndon Bacchus Melissa Bahnsen Pam Bailey Clarence Ball Nicolln Barnett loan Barrientos Zaunda Bales Judi Beaman Bethany Beck Melissa Beehn Jennifer Beltram Kerri Bench Theresa Bender Elsa Bernal Laurie Berniard Melanie Best Darron Biddle Christina Bienek Andrea Blagg Kevin Blagravc Ricky Blankenship Cris Blevins Lloyd Boddie Larry Boeke Fiona Borel Monica Bradshaw Chris Bradshaw Ginger Bradford Colin Bradford Russell Boullion Jack Boul Reggie Branch Kathy Breaux Becky Bridges Penni Bridges Monica Briscoe Larisa Brown Myron Brown Robert Brown Doric Bryant Eric Bryant Kelli Bryant Connie Bruce Jennifer Bubb Marisol Buenrostro Tami Bullock Brent Burdetl Kristi Burkett Derek Burris Rona Burton Mike Bush Brendan Byrne Freshmen 14t Steve Cagle Orlando Camarillo Robert Campos Chris Campbell Christina Campbell Cary Campbell Kristi Campbell James Cano Alan Caraway Chris Carter Tiffany Caruso Vicky Caudill Jose Cervantes Karol Chain Kathy Chain Kim Chapa Angela Chaplin Maria Chavira Adrian Chenier Angel Childers Sandra Chism Becky Chmielewski Jason Christian Jeremy Clamon Jimmy Clinton Scott Cockerham Kazen Coffey Kayen Coffey Gary Cole Ken Cole Ix ri Compton Miriam Compton Jesse Contreras lohn Contreras Errol Cooper Evelyn Cooper Tonya Cook Fredrick Cordova Christopher Corley Joe Coronei Lloyd Coulter Mark Courtney Melissa Courtney Melanie Cowon James Currie Kelvin Currio Kim Curtis Chad Cummings Feme Cummings Lloyd Czerwonka Mike Damogo Chris Daniel l.alnee Daniels Renee Daubon Mark Daves Adam Davis Jennifer Delcorc Juan Deleon Man ia Dennis Gnry Deshotel Eustolio Diaz Kim Dickey Belinda Diehl lessica Douthit Kenny Dykes Jeffrey Earhart Trish Eberle Julie Ebner Robert Edwurd Doug Edwards Nancy Erfan Christine Ehlers 142 Freshmen F irst day causes confusion I thought I was going to die!” exclaimed Jeanna Williams about her first day at Sterling. “It was so big. there were halls going every which way and I didn’t know where to go!” That was the sentiment of many freshmen who stepped into the double doors of Sterling September 3,1986. “The biggest problem I had.” said Misty Westbrook, “was finding someone to give me a ride to lunch!” Other problems were finding classes and getting to the right class on time. You just can’t trust those up- perclassmen.” said Ryan Foerster. You know' they are lying when they point you in a direc- tion and start laughing; 1 knew they were just sending me on a wild goose chase!” Michele Lavender had a different prob- lem. I had an extra hard time finding my classes because I lost my schedule card the very first day! Freshmen were varied about what they liked and disliked most about Sterling. Hollye Salazar said. I really like my teachers and most of my classes, but,” she added. ‘‘I hate only having 30 minutes for lunch!” “The thing I liked most.” stated Teri Miller, “was meeting all the new people from dif- ferent junior highs. Wendy Wyatt had different thoughts. “I hated being called ‘a fisn and constantly being put down by upperclassmen!” Tony DeRamus, a senior, said “All of us at one time were freshmen, and we went through the same things every freshman must go through. Basically it’s a time to test your endurance.” Stephanio Martier, Chet Henderson and lonnie Kadjar try to docide which way to go. Being a freshmen. I can understand why they’d have a hard time.” exclaimed Shannon Sterling, a junior Going from junior high to high school is iike a fish” getting out of the water. Photo by E. Rasmussen. Robert Ehlers Sandi Kiland Sandra Eilands Scott Eldridge Timothy Ellis Allen Emanuel Connie Enderli Brandy Enloe Ricky Espinoza Ruth Espinosa Edith Estrada Robert Estrada Stefanie Estrada Jesus Enbela Susan Fanestiol Clint Faught Sylvia Faz Shelia Fenley Michael Fenton Todd Fisher Carla Flores Ryan Foerster Adriano Fontenot Leonie Forbes Thomas Fortney William Fowler Danny Fox Becky Fraley Alison Franco Julie Franks Larry Frazier Sandra Frazier Freshmen Chris Frogia Keith Frischenmeyer Wendy Fuller Donnie Fulton Randy Funderbunk Randy Funderbunk Monty Gallegos Blanca Garcia Carmen Garcia LaRisa Garcia Silvia Garcia Carol Garner Terry Garner |. R Garza Raul Garza Lisa Gentry Chris Glasgow Stacey Glenn LisaGioring Lewanda Gilbert Tony Gilchrist Chris Giles Crystal Giles GregGindratt Darrell Godfrey Greg Golden Robert Gomez Yolanda Gonzalez Karina Gooch Kim Goodman Lee Goodwin Michelle Gray A well-kept secret revealed What flag? .... le sym- I’ve never seen the Victory Flag. I’ve been here for two years and have never known we had one, stated Tommy Greg, a junior. Tommy’s reply seemed to be typical of most when asked about th bol of victory. After reporter-turned-sleuth came up empty-handed, it was found that the flag’s origins were unclear, much like the flag itself. During football season, the banner appeared on the flag pole following a varsity win. No one was certain what the royal blue flag stood for or what its purpose was. but R.O.T.C.'s Sgt. David Aiken tried to explain. ‘‘The banner flies for four school days if the Rangers played a hard game. If the victory was par- ticularly easy, the flag will only fly for one or two school days. Sgt. Aiken explained that the flag never flies on a Friday. Mr. Ed Wachtel, principal, ad- ded. ‘‘The victory flag has been abused by bad weather and various other things.’’ Mr. Wachtel stated that one time the flag was hit by a stray arrow, shot by the American Indian Studies class. Some consider the flag to be Sterling’s best kept secret, but as Sgt. Aiken commented. It’ll be around awhile. R.O.T.C. students Capt. Danny Tavor and GSgt. Greg Griffon prepare to raise the victory flag along with the others. The blue and silver sym- bol flew only if the varsity football team had won its game the previous wcekond. Photo by S. Murphy. 144 Freshmen Adrian Green Jenifer Gregory Nicole Grieso Juanita Griffin James Griffith Jamos Grimes Greg Guidry Patrick Gutierrez Clint Haffelfinger Torrance Haggerty Larry Hair tanny Hall Richard Hall John Halliday Brian Hallum Amy Hamilton Bryan Hamilton Danny Hamilton Roger Hamilton William Hamilton Trey Hanson Erin Hargrave Matt Harlin Mathew Harlin Jackie Harrald Jeff Harris Kristen Harris Reggie Harris Landry Hassell Joseph Hausberger Todd Hauser Wayne Hauck Shane Hayes Chet Henderson James Henderson Tony Hendricks Keith Hermsen Jacinto Hernandez James Hernandez Gracie Herrera John Herrington JoAnne Hewitt John Hickman Brian Hicks Joe Hidalgo Luis Hidalgo Tosha Higginbotham David Hill Dustin Hodges Shelly Holcomp LaTricha Holes Jeff Holcaepfel Steven Hopper Jason Horton Erwin Hubbard Marla Hudspeth Moni Huff Roxama Huff Jamie Humphrey Janta Hunte Britt Hurst Janice Jackson Kareda Jacol Scott Joffroy Chad Jonnischc Greglimonez Brian Jones Heath lones Jennifer Jones Jennifer jones John Johnson Kari Johnson 145 Freshmen Tracy Johnson Willard (ohnson Annello Joseph Angela Juarez Jennie Kadjar Martin Kellnor Cass Kilduff DeAdra King Jayson King Kary Kingston Kyle Kluch Kalron Koal Navid I.aBorde Marcus Lacour Katrina LaFaso Staci LaGrone Tina t.aHair Pier Laird Stephen Lambert Becky Lancaster Stephen Lannon Courtney Lattimore Mechelle Lavender Brent lawless Lyrick Lawrence Elizabeth Lawton Chester Layne Racheal hazard Anthony Leakey Sonia Leal Hector Lodezma Jenny Lenoir David Lewallen Brandon Licari Cassie Lloyd Chris Ix eser Tina Lorendo Bessie Lopez Mary lx uls Becky Louilt Ellynn Luke Sofia Luna Heidi Lutz Vanauh Ly Caren Lyons Chad Lyons Crystal McCarty Patti McCauley Sheila McDonald Eshello McGlory Katie McKay Roy McKay Mary McKoever Anthony Macaluso Tracy Manier Wayne Manuel Eddie Mareno Michael Maris Paul Marks Melissa Marron Charlene Marsalis Justin Marshall Barbra Martin Lisa Martinez Roy Martinez Stephanie Martin Cheryl Mason Raymond Mason Charles Massey Chis Mathis Michelle Matzueff Rachel Maza 146 Freshmen C overs also make statement Just as different types of clothes and other fashion statements were evident on students throughout school, so were decorations that covered many textbook covers. Stickers, rock stars, stamps, drawings, lyrics, obscenities and other forms of individual ex- pressions were seen throughout the school. There seems to be auite a few budding artists here, as evidenced by the number of original drawings on bookcovers. James Long, a junior, said, “I draw on my bookcovers to mellow me out.” Also. Thomas Daniel said, Drawing on my bookcover is one way for me to tell it like it is.” Students found moments in class, during lunch and while waiting for school to begin to add to their art collections. “If it wasn’t for doodling on my bookcover, class would last forever.” said Jennifer Holman, sophomore. Of all the drawings and quota- tions and lyrics, the number one quote of all appeared to be “Ross Is Boss,” of course! Students express their feelings in many dif- ferent ways, lames tong shows his thoughts on his book cover while adding to the many draw- ings already present. Photo by D. Fronto. Freshmon 147 John Meadows Robert Medina Mindy Melton Robin Mendelovitz Carlos Mendoza Shannon Middleton Leah Miller Rex Miller Teri Miller Deanna Minear Russell Ming Veronica Molina Hayley Monson Mike Montijo lyneane Moore Toby Moore Stephen Newman Steven Newman Phi Nguyen Carla Jean Nichols lay Nichols Shanta Nichols Martin Niedziejko Scott Niemeier Ramon Mora Mike Morin Jeff Mueller Melissa Murphy Karl Muth Cynthia Navarro Kennith Nelson Randy Nester DeAndrea Norris Ernest North Matthew Novosad Cary Odom Keith Odom Brant Olive David Ortiz Irene Ortiz Jaimo Ortiz Tamera Ortman Brian Otto john Otto Darrell Owings Mario Padron Jeff Page Mehgan Pa proski Sean Park Tammie Parker Philip Parks Audrey Parrish Antony Parsons Beverly Paul Richard Pena Leonel Perez Simon Perez Shelley Perkins Peter Peters Keri Phillips Mark Pigott Steve Pike Billy Pilant Michollc Piper Invitation is not S.A.C. stood for Special Assignment Clinic,” but receiv- ing an invitation to go there was nothing special. Fighting, skip- ping class and drug abuse were just some of the many ways students could reserve a seat at S.A.C. One junior said. After going to S.A.C.. I won’t skip class anymore.” While that student learned his lesson, others never seemed to catch on. Going to this place that could be considered somewhat of a jail was not the place to be. Jason Hampton, a junior, felt different- ly than most when asked about it. S.A.C. is a lot better than school, because the people there are not trying to be better than everyone else.” He continued, “Some girls at Sterling think coming to school here is a beau- ty pageant.” so special Some students interviewed had spent as many as 36 days in a school year there while others couldn’t imagine having to go to S.A.C. One of the hardest parts in go- ing to S.A.C. seemed to be telling parents. Cori Hildebrand, a senior, explained. “Mr. Hut- chins called my parents and when I got home my dad griped me out and grounded me for a week. Going there was an ex- perience for some, while others felt differently. Commented one junior, S.A.C. really isn’t that big a deal. I don’t think it does wnat it’s supposed to ac- complish.” He continued, “If it did, then why are kids still doing drugs and skipping school?” Who knows the answer to that question? Perhaps it is to get another “special invitation.” 148 Freshmen Mrs. Tommye Glynn Clark, Mr. Frank Hutchin’s Clinic, located on Leo Drive, included fight , secretary, types up the S.A.C. assignments, skipping school, too many demerits and posses- Reasons for attending the Special Assignment sion of drugs. Photo by D. Fronto. Shannon Pitre Terri Ploss Cheryl Pomonis A race I i Ponce Donald Powell Heather Prescott Larry Price James Purifoy Cathy Ramirez Yvonne Ramirez Barbara Ramsdale Keith Randolph Lovella Rawlins Susan Rayburn Dave Reavis Paul Reed Jarret Reeves Cindy Rene Paul Reyes Raul Reyna Corey Richard Clement Richardson Trey Richardson Debbie Riley James Rincon Stefenie Riner Marika Ripke Lori Roberts Clayton Robertson Erasmo Rodriguez Jesus Rodriquez Teresa Rollo Mike Romeo Jessica Ross Deanna Rossow Clay Rupp Brandi Rushing Alma Run.ilc.iba Juicy Rychlik Lisa Rye Dalton Saint Julian Hollve Salazar Nancy Sanders Francisco Santos Roy Sargent Kevin Schaefer Lisa Schaffer Geoff Schmidt Charles Schreiber Billy Schumaker Barron Scott Diana Seals Calvin Sellers David Shambaugh Bryan Shane Jude Sharp Harper Shelby Shanetha Sherman David Shirley Carl Shockey Dolores Sierra Elton Singleton Paul Sitarski Wayne Skipper Becky Smith Cindy Smith Gary Smith Kehlin Smith Kellie Smith Matthews Smith McKinley Smith Natasha Smith Freshmen 149 Patrick Smith Tina Smith Thornes Sneed Bobby Sorensen Becky Soria Bryan Sparkman Robbye Speights Brent Spell Teresa Spicer ClaudineStahlke David Stanley Tina Stein Melissa Stephens Cory Stewart Susan Stewart Tynell Stokes lennnferStanghn Wendy Street Amy Stuart Kelly Sudberry Sue Craig |udi Sumpter Christopher Swindull Stacie Swindle |eff Swonke Steve Talley Daniel Taploy Dexter Thomas Certie Thompson Julie Thornton Ronna Thurman Jill Tidwell Kirven Tillis Joy Tillman Manuel Tinsley Jodie Tomlinson Tracy Tomlinson Brigida Torres Fra nasco Torres Kevin Touchet Tiffani Trchalek Jennifer Trevino Kathy Trim Carl Tyler Jennifer Ugalde Hali Ummel Mike Vandcrgrift Mark Vasquez Dwayne Vaughn Eric Vela Sheri Vest John Villery Alex VonRogor Renee Walker Brian Harren Tiffani Washington Billy Walters Kevin Watkins Kellie Webb Lisa Webb Heidi Weber Billy Wccdman Michael Woodman Carol Weekly Brian Weldon Amy Wells Mat West Misty Westbrook Molly Westermann Norman Wheatfall Kevin Whitaker Kelly White 150 Freshmen M agazines reflect individuals Teenage magazines have come ana gone over the years. They covered everything from how to apply makeup properly to how to repair ana replace a car engine. No matter what they were or what they were centered around, magazines were very popular among teens. Many of the guys liked to read magazines centered around mechanics. Shawn Herbert, a senior, said, “I like to read Hot Rod because I enjoy fast cars. The magazine also helps me to know who’s on top in drag racing.” As for the girls, many said they preferred Teen, Seventeen, ana Glamour. Kristen Jones, a junior, exclaimed, I like reading Seventeen because it gives good advice, beauty tips and much more information.” The costs of magazines varied, depending on which one you bought. Bryon Badford, a senior, stated, I think most peo- ple spend about $2 on a magazine.” Publications of almost every type of interest could be found. Adam Crick, a junior, said. I like reading Thrasher. There are good pictures and I can learn many new skate boarding tricks from it.” Romany Malco, a senior, said, I like to read Right On. I plan on having a career in the enter- tainment industry, so that’s why I enjoy reading it. People changed with the times as did magazines; however, some magazines re- mained the same, tne same as the old, familiar phrase, like the one that declared that a Rolling Stone gathers no moss. That’s Life! A variety of magazines are on the stands to choose from, and Kevin Miller decides to lake a peak at Muscle and Fitness. Photo by L. Myers Michael Wyatt Wendy Wyatt Donna Wyse Kathleen Zee Kerri White Kriste White Nelson White Toni Whitley Amy Wikert Kimberly Wilcox LeoAnn Willett leanna Williams LaShawn Williams Lori Williams Michelle Williams Shannon Williams Terranfus Williams Terry Williams Wade Williams Tina Williamson Nikki Wilson Susan Wimberley Crystal Wingate Felicia Wingate lulie Wolf Chris Wolfe Amy Wood Aaron Wooster Freshmen Sophomore Class Officers: Fran Bolin, secretary. Tien Nguyen, vice president; Drew Ellis, presi- dent. Photo by D. Fronto. ophomores 152 Sophomores Gabriel Abbotl Chris Adlong Shannon Aguilar Brenda Alaffa Mellsa Anderson Noel Allen Portia Allen Steven Allen Troy Alfredo Martin Alvarez Lori Anderson Todd Anderson Shon Anthony Arial Anthony lames Arnold Melisa Asbil |ana Ashley Chris Aspdul Rolanda Atos Nicole Auzenne Andy Babtiste |esus Baldares Todd Baldwin Adrian Barajas Clint Bargainer Roderick Barnaba Brie Barnes Jason Barnes Tomur Barnes |ohn Barr loaquin Barrera Kara Baumbach Ronnie Beal Heidi Bechal David Bell Rafael Benavides Vivian Benavides Sandra Banes Larry Bennett Paula Bennett Herb Berkley David Berna Doug Berry |oe Beva Carl Beyer Michelle Bird Billy Birdsong Steven Bishop Alton Blackford Daniel Blackford Fran Bolin Andrea Booker lohnny Bookman Eric Bordeman Robin Boul Rebecca Bourisaw Roger Bowen Tony Bowen Elizabeth Bracklin Derek Bradshaw Robby Braswell Tommy Bridwell Tony Brinkley Jessica Briscoe Loo Brockington Tyrclle Brooks Victor Broussard Chris Brown Mike Brown Betsy Brousard Marvell Broussard Joel Bnimmett Sophomores 153 Christopher Bcuhring Louis Bryant John Brysch Kimberly Burkett Mark Burton Ronald Burton Merideth Butler Bobby Byer Rod Cabello Patrick Caesar Kerry Cagan Dennis Canon Marisol Cantu Paula Cantu Eric Carhart Calvin Carmona Carla Carroll Darla Carsoy Larry Carter Leslie Carter lason Caruso Michael Casey Pamela Castillo Araceli Cervantes Wallace Chaco lennifer Chadwick Khristi Chain Trevor Charles Shell� Chechourka Stephanie Chenievert David Chesser Mike Cox N ew trends make up styles Another Whether on top of the head or covering the face, many new hair ana makeup styles walked through the plexiglass doors this year. Some were brand new trends and some were old returning favorites. The short-haired flat top look was definitely back. Many guys were sporting the old 50’s look when they returned to school in August. Scott Singletary said. “I think they’re cool! You don’t have to worry about your hair because you don’t have any!” I love ’em.” Melinda Lumus said, “because I have one! It’s the most fun when it’s wet — slap some Dep on there and BINGO, instant Billy Idol! new look was the pale, white face base in makeup. “I think it looks neat! I love that ghostly look.” said Aneie Mull- ins, a senior. Others didn’t quite agree. Steven Cagle, freshman, said. “I hate it! It reminds me of Casper the Friendly Ghost! Hasn’t anyone told these girls about tanning beds?” Lynnea Green also agreed, “They look pretty dead!” Most everyone agreed that a change in hairstyle was a must when he got in the mood for something different. Connie Ray, a junior said. “Hairstyles are a fashion statement, too. but one about yourself! Nobody has exactly the same haircut; everyone does what flatters |ohan Wigand, exchange student from Norway, learns the finer techniques of applying makeup from Allison Gilbreath. The beauty lesson oc- curred during one of the few breaks in Mr. Holmuth Mayer's German class. Photo by C. Chappell. them most with their hair.” Michele Burdett agreed. “Nobody is the same without their hair! I like most of the new cuts that are in! Everyone iust seems to be doing what they want and expressing themselves, not following stupid hair trends.” Kim Harris, a junior, summed it up by saying, “Anything I do is because I want to do it. There has been a lack of individuality in this school for too long.” 154 Sophomores Amy Chmiclowski Sonia Cisneros Carrie Ciaraduy Sondra Clark Monica Clemel DawnClcppor Jana Colo Kent Cole Kim Cole Kim Coleman Lional Coleman Stephen Colins Tony Colins l.ollic Colvin Chad Compaux Norman Contreras Rigo Contreras Danny Conway David Conway Jimmy Cook Tim Copeland Wesley Corley Lucio Cossio LeAnn Courtney Misty Cowart Robin Crawford Dionne Crichlow James Crockett JolayneCrumpler Laura Cunningham Jamie Cupps Kerri Currie Sandy Czerwonka Jason Dalby Renee Delcour Danny Dalstra Danny Daniel Brian Davis Steven Davis Michael Day Felicia Dennis Tina DeRamus Angel DeRoin Craig DeSaulos Shannon Dickons Dalea Dickson Chris Dominick Leslie Donato Norbort Donato Doug Donovan Lance Drews Brandon Dugan Joe Dunlap Julie Dunn Kelvin Duncan Pam Durrani Dan Eastman John Ehlers Tamara Eldridge Grace Elizondo Shawn Elliot Drew Ellis Shane Ely Angel Enderli Stacey Enderli Lori Eshbach Ruth Espinosa Robby Estrada Bryan Fanestiel Charlie Farrar Grog Farrar Jason Faulk Sophomores 155 Kimberly Ferdinand Candy Flores Gene Glores |oc Flores T racey Florio Judy Flournoy Daniel Floyd Greg Floyd Tres Flukingor Jenny Foloy Michael Ford Brandi Fortune Holly Frazier Jeff Fore Lance Freeman Patricia Fridelle Tiffany Fuller Rena Gainey Maria Galardo Gina Galloway )eff Calma Alberto Garcia George Garcia lose Garzoria |uan Garzoria lulio Garcia Dolisa Gaston Robert George jennv Gibson Twill Gillum Brett Glassow Jimmy Golden Lee Gollehon Belinda Gonzales Brian Gore Amy Gold Shannon Gray Derek Green Sherry Green Comertia Grcvenborg Demetrius Grevcnbcrg Toby Griffis Don Griffith lames Griffith Pauline Guerra N'clda Guidry Isabel Gutierrez Pedro Gutierrez Gene Guy TashaGwartncy Jason Gyllstrom Kevin Guy LeAnn Haddox Ricky Hadley Allen Hale Lisa Hall Bryan Harlow Brenda Horman Ira Harris Brandon Harris Kathy Harris Sue Hart Ken Hathaway Donna Hays Tutti Hayward Vikkie Havenar Jerry Herbert Michael Hoimcrl John Heintschel Mark Hembree Kyle Hendricks Steve Henson 1S6 Sophomores |ust as many students do, Kayla Reeves gets to school early to help a friend decorate someone's locker. This type of creativity was evident throughout the school. Photo by R. Master. L ockers offer creative outlet Whatever the occasion, students seemed to enjoy jazzing up their lockers. Drawings, photos, stickers, as well as various I Love You” let- ters all could be found inside them. Christina Perez, sophomore said. 1 decorate my locker because it seems so plain.” She continued. When I go there, I like to see pic- tures of my boyfriend.” Christina explained that decorating it was a way to express herself. If students weren’t decorating their own lockers, they were decorating someone else’s. Clubs such as J.R.A.’s and Keywanettes decorated athletes’ lockers. Shana Laughlin, a junior and J.R.A. member, stated. I love to decorate them because it gives me a way to show my school spirit. How did students decide how to decorate these things? ”1 just decorate how I feel. I guess I usual- ly spend about $5 on it. Decora- tions could be anything from posters to aluminum foil. Wrapp- ing paper, construction paper and stickers were also used. Some wondered why students took the time to decorate their lockers. Shonda Williams, a junior, stated, “I just do it to liven it up. Allison Coonce. a junior, decorated Simply because I want to.” Andy Henson Elaine Hernandez Mark Hernandez Robert Hernandez Scott Hightower Tara Hildebrand Scott Hill Wendy Hindman Shawnee Hobbs Belinda Hodges Wayne Hodges Susie Hofman Scott Holly Stephen Holly Dawo Holloway Jennifer Holman Brent Hooper Gleet Hooper Annastacia Houlder Ellis Hubbard Floyd Huckaby Angela Hudson Brenda Hughes Michael Hughes Scoot Hunt Santana Hunter Teri Hunter Stacy Hurd Kevin Hutton Kevin Hutton Marvoan llahi Dion Imme Sophomores 157 Aditui Ingham Tammy Inman Joel Isaacks Richard Isaacs Jacinto James Stephanie lacks Warren lackson Becky jaynes Kevin Jennings Ivan Jimenez Steven Jiminez Ofilia Jiminez Eddie Johnson Lisa Johnson Tony Jointer Jeremy Jones Jimmy Jones Jimmy Jones Kenneth Jones Steven Jones Troy Jonos James Jordan Robert Juarez Kirk Kabernack Jon Keene JoAnne Keene Shiela Kelley Amy Kennedy Brad Kennedy Steven Kelly Lara Keys Natalie King driving ambition at 16 Who would you think a car would have so much importance for? When you turn that magic age, it’s like you’re on top of the world. Students were turning 16 and getting their drivers’ licenses. Tony Monacy. a junior, replied, “It’s great now that 1 can drive legally with no problems. Some students saw getting their license as just a part of growing up. Cindy Prestigomo, a junior, exclaimed. “Driving shows you are getting older.” Cindy also said that sne thinks some people show their im- maturity by the way they drive. It seemed to be time- consuming to get a license but most seemed to think it was worth it. Treena Neatherlin, a junior, explained, I took the book part of driver’s ed during the second semester and ‘behind the wheel’ in summer school. Treena continued. “I even had to wake up on my 16th birthday to go to class, but it was all worth it because, in the end, I had my license and a car. Having a car also allowed students the privilege of going out and dating. Paula Porter, a senior, explained. “Having a license allows me to go out on weekends. I don’t have a car, hut my boyfriend lets me drive his truck all the time.” Paula con- cluded. “It’s fun. Kent Cole, sophomore, replied, “Driving gives me a great sense of independence. The friends I had before I drove treat me the same now.” Kent continued, “Now that I drive. I’ve also met more people.” Getting a driver's license is something that employee, is Annette Lahair. a junior. Photo by students look forward to when they turn 16. S. Murphy. Getting her picture takon by Mrs. Green, a D.P.S. 158 Sophomores Melanie Kluch Roxanne Knappenborgcr luliu Kubica Ho Lam limbo Lamb Sherry I-irson Melissa Lou lames Lavergne Richie laurence Peter Lazard Rhonda Lee Todd Lee Thaddeus Lemelle Latonya Lewis Angela Lewis Pam Lewis Jody Licatino Mark Link Chuck Linder John Lindstrom Tammy Little Francisco Lopez Tammy Lowery Michelle Luby Steve Lycan Stephanie McAlister Neil McCafferty Chance McCormack David McDaniel Erica McDonald Kenneth McLynn Blake McHugh Chris McChee Michael Mclntyro Dana McNeuI Michael Mack Ron Mackerl Karon McLeod Brandon Malone |o|o Manzanares Maura Maple Sherwin Marlin Cheryl Martin Darla Martin Frank Martin Holli Martin Malcolm Marlin Rodney Martin Shelia Massey Kim McKenny Yolanda Matthews Pete Matlhiesen Lydia Medrano Teresa Mercaldo Jeremy Mezzell Lisa Michalsky Shannan Middleton lames Miller Kelley Mitchell Lauren Moore Imclda Mora Cormin MorBn Dennis Morgan Eric Morgan Sherri Morris David Moser Sherri Morris Donna Moyers Kim Moyers Darren Mullins Blake Mullins Laura Myers Sophomores 159 Sujata Nadkarni Mark Nagelmuellcr Billy Nelson John Nelson Letly Naranjo Sieven Nettles Adrian Newman Weldon Newton Torcsa Ng-A-Mann Tien Nguyen Alfreda Nichols Lyrenne Nixon Nathan Norris Randall Olachia Clint Oliver Terry Ortman Kimbie Owen Dana Owings Kenny Oyler Araceli Ozuna Amy Pace Stacey Pace Louis Parker Monty Parker Shannon Parker Mark Parsons Patrick Shadrick lames Peace Rob Peebles Paula Pennington Patti Pequeno Christina Perez Nicholas Perez Dana Perry RossPhillips Clint Piepho Yolanda Piere Angie Pieternelle Joe Pitre Angela Plante Jeff Plemons Scott Priewe LaDonya Prince Tami Prince Mlchaol Pringle David Rackley Mary Rageth Angel Rains Dingi Rankin Laura Razo Ronnie Real Renee Reavis Jana Reddin Roderick Reese Chad Reisner Randy Ressler Martha Reyna Matt Riffle Alissa Rincon Jed Riser Jennifer Rhodes Michael Roberson Tonya Roberts Emils Robinson Edward Rodriquez Juanita Rodriquez Heidi Roeder Richard Rogers Kim Roquemore Marie Rossyion Anna Rowlan Chris Roy 160 Sophomores K ye to eye on the subject Students who had imperfect eye vision had a choice of either being called four-eyes or keep- ing the fact a secret. How. you ask? By wearing contact lenses, of course! Many preferred wearing con- tacts because of the ability to perform more activities without having to worry about glasses getting in the way. ‘‘I think I look Detter without glasses, commented Judy Flournoy, sophomore, and I don’t have U) squint to see.” There were also discomforts and hassles in wearing contacts. There was that terrible pain shooting through your eye when an eyelash or piece of lint got under the lens. Also, there was the possibility of losing a contact down the sink, and the tedious job of taking care of them. I had to change to ‘all natural’ or ‘hypo-allergenic’ eyeshadows, said Jennifer Rhodes. sophomore. Contact users had a choice of the type of contacts they wore. Their choices were hard, soft or the gas permeable, semi-soft ones. Many wearers owned more than one pair like Robert Klein, a junior. I own two pairs of contacts so just in case I lose one, I’ll have an extra one handy.” Many students .ire afflicted with the hassle of contact lenses. DeDo Kendrick, a senior, takes time out of her day to replace hers. It takes time to learn the skill of plucinga contact in correctly but with time, many can do it within the ''blink of an eye. Photo by C. Prescott l)e Andrea Roy Matthew Rucker Mona Rushing Maria Salas Pedro Salas Juan Salinas Milisa Salzarulo Maria Sanchez l.isa Salinas Tracy Sawyer Dawn Schimming {oyceann Scott Kristi Scott Lisa Sebum Tracy Sessions Sam Sharp Michael Sherman Stacy Shirey Christina Simmons Totnetta Singleton Curt Small Travis Sims Angela Smith Delana Smith Mike Smith Nicole Smith Ricky Smith Thomas Smith Tommy Smith Wesley Smith Sara Sorrels fames Spears Sophomores 161 Mervin Spencer Sherri Stahl Danette Standifcr David Stanford Angela Stanley |eff Starnes Jena Stephens Laura Stephens Marsha Stephenson Tera Stevens Henry Stevenson Lisa Stavinona Dave Stewart limmy Stewart Phil Stewart Don Strauss Shelley Strokes Augustine St.Romain Reginold St.Romain Joseph Strouhal Deanna Suire Philip Swindle Pamela Talley Darrin Tharp David Thibodeaux Thomas Thibodaux Danny Thomas John Thomas Julie Thompson Tim Thompson Margie Thompson lulie Thornton Phone generates ‘good byes’ Did Alexander Graham Bell really know what he was doing when he created the telephone? When it comes to the phone, there were a lot of talented peo- ple here. Jeanna Williams, freshman, said. “I could talk on the phone, write a note to a friend, and. at the same time, read a book for history. Lisa Hall, sophomore, said. I could take a bath, iron my shirt, fix my hair and put on my makeup while on the cordless phone. On the other hand Brent Burdett. freshman, said of his sister, “Michelle keeps both phones tied up.” Jeanna Clary, a senior, said, “I talk for about 30 minutes every night and. at the same time. 1 do my homework. When I’m talking to my boyfriend, John, I get so involved all 1 can do is listen. To say the least, the teenage years are the hardest to ring off’ and it seemed that the students here just couldn’t seem to say good bye to talking on the phone! Lisa Hall talks on the telephone like a majority of the studonts do. It seemed to be a favorite pastime of many: even the dogs got into it. Photo by E. Rasmussen. 162 Sophomores Karen Yule Jackie Zbranek Debbie Zee James Zeno Jessie Tims Lynn Tims Chris Tiner Jami Toole Alfonso Torres Rudy Torres Sergio Torres Teena Tracy Amy Trchalek Danetto Trathcn Angie Traylor April Trucblood Carl Turman David Turman Sheri Turnbow Carrie Turner Mike Turner Tim Tullle Sunila Varghees Kent Vela Hilda Villarreal Christopher Vitle James Walker Lori Wallace Marianne Walker Ralph Walker Robbie Walker Chap Walthall Jennifer Watkins Brian Walsh Joe Weaks Hermis Wehmeyer Knsondra Wheetfall Floyd Wheat fall Patrick Web Daylynn Webber Lisle Weber Eric Weaver Tara While Tosha White Jennifer Wilkerson Scott Wilks David Willett Bryan Williams Corey Williams Joe Williams Shannon Williams Windy Williamson Lakithia Wilson Marcia Wilson Brian Wingate Lisa Winklepleck Jeff Winters Tony Winters Vince Woffard loe Wolf Regina! Wolford Bill Wood Stacey Woods Wesley Wooley Crystal Wright Nikki York Rusty York Randy Young Sophomores 163 Junior Ciasv Officers: Donna Simmons, secretary: Ralph Brock, president: Toni Monacy. vice president. Photo by D. Franta. uniors 164 [uniors Mandela Aceves Danny Acker loseph Acosta Rob Adams Sam Adams Michele Agucro Lora Alfred Sharon Allen Barbara Alexander Bo Allen Travis Allen Alicia Amrinc Eric Anderson Kim Andrews Chandra Ambler Cabrioi Anthony Laura Arabie Carin Ashley Chris Austin Gilbert Avalos Terina Babb Lori Badge! t Mike Badge!! Missy Bargainer Roy Barrett Becky Barrios Michael Bartlett Sherry Bates Jcb Beaty Joessetta Beaudion Tona Beck Anne Becl Kelly Bell Kimberly Belknap Kelly Benavides lorrod BorTCsford Jason Bergh Becky Berman Adnla Bernal Charisma Berry Derek Beyer Brian Blackshear Leda Blalock Tony Blaskey David Blatchley Greg Bond Michelle Bond Ralph Bond Scott Boston Guy Boul Ronald Bounds Mark Branch Melissa Brandon Katherine Breland Chris Brinson Ralph Brock Tracy Brodine Frank Broggi Herb Brooks Gina Brooks Roderick Brooks Derek Brown Rob Brown Veronica Brown Debbie Bryant Troy Bryant Spike Budd Shelly Buffington Danny Buie Corey Burcl Michele Burrlelt Dana Burns tumors 165 Rebecca Burton Lisa Byerley Ramona Caesar Tish Calma Kevin Campbell Scott Campbell Michelle Carrico Lisa Carpenter Dawn Carter Chris Caraway Laurie Carter Erin Casey Dora Castillo Eddy Castillo lames Cassidy Pedro Castro Krispen Cates Chris Cessna Michelle Chambers Dale Chapa Shawn� Chapman Clint Chappell Brent Cheatham Shannon Chenier Elsie Childress Tiffanie Childs Charles Choyce Barry Church Jaymio Clary Cindy Clevenger Dustin Clevenger Shawn Clift Sharon Cochran Keith Cobb Keri Coffey Katrina Cole Tammy Cole Carolyn Colunga John Colville Travis Colvin Charles Comeaux Melanie Constance Rachel Contreras lennifer Copeland Shelly Copeland Allison Coonce Vince Corbett Ernest Cordor Kristen Corder Christine Cormier Sholly Coursey Tracy Cox Lawrence Creeks Satona Creeks Adam Crick |ohn Culp Tricla Dammon Chad Davenport Debbie Davis Keith Davis Mistie Davis Sean Davis Linda Deason Chad Dennis Rick Dillinger Thomas Dixon Mansela Dominguez Iason Donovan lody Dubcak Nicole Duncan Gloria Duran Dena Dragger 166 luniors scheduled hassle problem The year didn’t start off exactly as planned for many due to the fact that there were many schedule changes and hassles that went with them. Some people got stuck with teachers they didn’t like or they weren’t put in an accelerated class, but whatever the matter, it was a problem getting it fixed. Some of the class changes were due to over- crowding. say 35 or more people stuck in one room. stated Mr. Ed Wachtel. principal. Another big mishap was stu- dents being put in classes with the wrong grade level. Tammy Williams, a senior, stated. I was accidentally put into a history class with freshmen. It took me about a week to get pulled out of there. Some students had to change their schedules because of failing grades. Sherri Stahl, sophomore, changed from Stars to drama for the simple reason. I can make 100’s in drama and not have to meet the 80 average for Stars. It took about nine days for the change to be made. Tina Satliar. freshman, also decided a change of scenery would mean a schedule change. I decid- ed R.O.T.C. would be better and more fun than P.E. My parents and I both thought it would be a better experience and would help me learn discipline.” Most students usually got along with their teachers, but some didn’t and that was yet another reason for schedules to be rear- ranged. Carin Ashley, a junior, said. The teacher that failed me in Algebra I my freshman year turned up on my schedule card for Algebra II. There was no way I was going to stay in that class. So my mom went to Mr. Wachtel and talked to him about the change. About her change. Toni Monacy. a junior, concluded. It was worth the time 1 had to wait; otherwise I might have been stuck in that class the whole year.” Discussing schedule changes with Mr. Alton Phillips, senior counselor, is Nigel Codrington. Mr. Phillips, as well as the others in the guidance office, spent many hours discussing change-of-schedule requests with students throughout the year. Pholo by E. Rasmussen. I Eric Karhart Cristi Earls Steven Eckerman Claudia Edward Ginger Edwards Ramona Edwards Kyle Ellis Ronnie Ellis Stuart Engelhard! Philip Enioo Robin Enloe Rosalyn Enloe Russell Epps Stephen Epps Tricia Evans Michael Fagarason Russell Fabian |odi F'uyle Mike Fehring B. J. Fenley lerome Fernanda? Ronald Finnell Laura Flores Terry Flournoy (unions 167 Pat Gilbert Paul Gilbreath Dale Giles Mark Giles Zeno Gill David Glaize Elizabeth Gome?. Alvaro Gonzalez Ed Gonzales Sherry Gonzales Paul Goodner lamillah Gordon Lawrence Gould Zelder Gradney Byron Gray Candace Gray Angela Green Tommy Gregg David Grevenberg Bobby Gresham LyleGriese Greg Griffin Teri Griffis Chris Grind In ell signals alarming time explained Sherry. “Unlike most. said Shannon Comeaux, a senior. “1 don’t just get up and go to school. I also run my dog. Even though many lived in Highlands or McNair, it didn’t usually require waking up any earlier. Mark Giles, a junior. Rrrriinggg!! By the time school started, students began hearing that tragic-sounding bell earlier and earlier. It’s really hard now to get up early because I’ve been hanging out all night and sleeping all day, said Kenny Martinez, a senior, soon after school started. It only takes me about five minutes to get to school, com- mented Kenny. That’s why I don’t have to get up until about 7:15. Yet there were others who didn’t live as close and who did have to get up earlier to get to school by the 8:05 tardy bell. Sherry Green, sophomore, men- tioned. 1 have to get up about 5:30 or six because it taxes me about an hour-and-a half to get ready. There were different routines girls and guys went through. I eet up. take a shower, eat, fix my nair and put on my makeup.” exclaimed. “I get up at 7 a.m. and it only takes me about five minutes to get here.” Although it was still early, many things were going on in many different houses. Blow dryers blowing, makeup being applied, showers running as well as other things made the morning an eye-opening part of the day. Like most everyone else. Joy Barnett finds 6 a.m a rather unlikable time of the day. Getting up taking a shower, putting on makeup and fixing hair seemed to Hll the biggest pari of many students' early morning hours. Photo by C. Prescott. 168 luniors Richard Grissom Deilra Guenther Howie Gudgcll George Guidry Trey Guidry Patrick Guidry Velvet Guilliam Lauren Combs Aaron Gutierrez Victoria Gutierrez Samantha Haas lason Haddox Virginia Hagan Ivey Hall Keith Hall David Halliday lason Hampton Henrietta Hanchctto Dean Hanks Scott Hanshaw |ody Hanson Sonia Harpst Jackie Harrald lames Harrison |an Harris Kim Harris Lisa Harrison Wesley Hassell Allison Haver D'Ann Howard Derek Haywood Leslie Hector Shannon Hedger LaChe Hendricks lauira Hendricks Patrick Hendricks Eric Henderson Kerry Henderson Stacie Henderson Lisa Henry Glenn Hensarling Tony Hera Joe Hernandez Rocio Hernandez Shari Don Herrington loseph Hector Gloria Herrera Maria Herrera Blake Higginbotham Deena Higginbotham Wavne Higginbotham Chris Hill David Hill Kristi Hill Shannon Hobbins Christina Hodges Michelle Holden Mike Holden Erik Hopper Melissa Horton Heather Howell Danny Huber Chander Huff Tamiko Huff Kip Hughes Gay-Lynn Hurt a Helen Hulzlcy lohn Irby Jason Isaacks Rod Isbcrlo Mark lackson Spencer lackson luniors 169 Terry Jackson Arccll Jacob Daryi-Renee James Heath lames Tommy Jonnische Rural Jones Felicia Joseph Heather Jones Jacklyn Jones Jason Jones lonnifer Jones Kristen Jones Russell Jones Stacy Jones Dexter John Bruce lohnson Karen Johnson Kimberly Johnson Ronna Johnson Tracy Johnson Vicky Johnson Teishe Johnston Karena Kabernik Cindy Kates Mark Kelley Tammy Kennedy Ricky Kent Laurel Kind Dawn Kimball Brent King John Kinney Johnny Kirkloy Robert Klein Stephanie Koeing Shaun Krabill Brent Kubala Shannon Land Twiila Land lames Landers Ponne l-ansford Darren lame Aimee Lannou Jeff Larson Hphrin Lashley Shana Laughiin Steve Lawson Dennis Lazard Theda Lazard Sh.innan Leath Byron LftDay Tommy Lee Barbara Leiwig Samantha Leman Brian Lemollc Kathleen Lemelle Christopher Lemonis Amy Lewis Troy Lewis Rex Linck Michael Little Bryan !a ggins lames Long Mary Love Randy Lovitt Deryle Lowery Brett Lucas Leonard Luna Maria Luna Kevin McBunch Andy McCanley Randy McCartney Mike McCuiston 170 Juniors enses are generated at mall Whether it’s going to eat, shop or just to go walking around, San facinto Mall seemed to be the perfect place for it all. Todd Myers, a senior, exclaimed, ‘‘I just like to go because, most of the time, everybody goes to see who is out there. Khristi Pitts, a junior, ex- plained, “I like to go to the mall to shop because when I get bored, I do want to buy something. Although many liked the mall in general, some had their favorite stores. Jerry Michalsky, senior, said, “Some of my favorite stores include Foley’s, Palais Royal, Oshman’s and Mr. Sport. Ted Cole, a senior, exclaimed, I always make it a point to stop at Chess King, Miller’s Outpost and County Seat. Todd Anderson, sophomore, enjoyed going to the movies. I like going to the show because it’s fun and I always see some- one I know. He continued, However, when I’m with my girlfriend. I Find myself watch- ing her more than the movie. Shannan Middleton, sophomore, said that she liked eating at the Market. “I like the Market because there’s a wide variety of places to eat. Many students thought that the mall was the perfect place to watch people. Tom Aciams, a senior, stated I always like to watch the people at the mall to see what they’re doing. You would be surprised at some things you would see out there. The mall was a great place for senses. The smell of the Market, the sound of people talking, the sights of shoppers toting their bags and the taste of sweets from the candy shops could all be found at tne mall. To paraphrase a soft drink commercial, The mall is it. Working at an eating establishment in the mall. Donna Kcmplay serves customers while trying to earn a little extra spending money. I like working at Frankly Fating because it's an easy way to make extra money for college. Photo by T. Fields. |oe McCune John McFarlain |ohn McFarlain Marshall McKay Keith McLaughlin Paul McRee Bridget Macias John Maior Karyn Manio Tammy Manuel Michael Maroney Wayne Marshall Kenneth Martin Tony Masinglon Wayne Mathias Harold Matthens Antonio Maze Allison Mendoza David Medows Fred Menifee Vance Mercaldo Brent Michalsky Nancy Mijangos Lance Mize luniors !7t Kevin Moffett lassie Molina Sylvia Molina Toni Monacy Jena Monroe Angela Montgomery Shuntoye Montgomery William Morgan Dobra Morlan Marganta Morena Craig Morris Randy Morris Kim Morton Greg Mosley Wendy Moss Royce Moyer Angela Mu nos Melanie Murillo Shane Murphy Rachel Murray Steven Murray Rachel Myrick DeWayne Nall Treena Neatherlin Other people rode the bus. walked or rode their bikes. The majority of the people rode to school in buses. Marti Flukinger, a junior, added. “My friends ride with me to school. I just like Cj etting to 300 W. Baker Rd. Everyone had his own form of transportation to and from school. According to Robin Enloe. a junior, driving a car was better than riding with her Carents. I would rather drive ecause my parents are too slow and they never want to bring me early for pep rallies. Also. I’ll have a way to go to lunch.” Some people had to depend on other transportation as Kim Moyers, sopnomore, did. She haa to depend on her brother, Archie Moyers, a senior. I love my brother, and I like spending time with him. I just love to listen to his music, so I ride with him.” to go to school with other people so I don’t have to walk in school by myself.” Even though some people liked riding tne bus, others as Kristen Jones, a junior, found the bus unpleasant. It is very crowded, very rowdy and very irritating riding the bus,” she commented. Riding I he bus lo school is enjoyable for some students. Cheryl Pomonis. a freshman, exclaimed. I like riding the bus because it gives me a chance to visit my friends before school. Photo by R. .Vaster. Getting to and from school can be a real problem for those who drive. Between 7:30 and 8 a.m.. the parking lot was like a race track for those trying to find a parking place. If there was one up front, you were in luck but if not. you had to park in the back That's a long walk if you're running late.” said Shelly lohnson. a senior. Photo by R. Vester. 172 luniors |oy Nelson La Donna Nelson Lori Nelson Tracey Newman Nicole Newton Chris Nichole luiurene Nichols Nichelle Nichols Curtis Nicks Nikki Norris Dalia Ochoa Maricela Ochoa Myrtha Ochoa Danny Odom Ricky Odom Lisa Oliver Daniel Owen Michael Owen Kesa Owens Greg Pvron Kelly Pyle Clinton Pursely Bryan Pulcher Robert Pafford Bryan Parsons Brenda Pavlicek Bruce Patete Pritti Pathak April Paul Rebecca Paulsel |eff Phillips David Pierce Pamela Pierce |oe Pasillas Teresa Patete Amy Poden Janie Perez Robert Perez Shawn Porkins Doug Perry Lisa Peterson Barbara Petrash Shanna Pfeiffer Brian Pickens Tab Pierce Khristi Pitts Richard Plato Terri Pomonis David Poole )ana Porras Kietha Porter Michael Powell Steven Powers Chris Presley Cindy Prestigomo D’Ann Proctoi Miloa Ramirez Carol Radle Kevin Ramsey Connio Ray Stacy Riner Martin Rincon |oey Riley jami Richardson Lisa Rice Kirt Reep Julie Reibold Jason Reeves Judith Rood Eddie Redou Cynthia Rebensdorf Glenda Rearick Juniors 173 Thoron Ripke Kenneth Rios Catherine Rios Rodney Rios Donna Robles Shelly Roberson lames Robison Kay Robinson Tim Rocha Carmen Rodriguez Evelyn Rodriguez Gregory Rogers lake Ross Ann Rowland Roy Rowland Kathryn Rowland Bryan Roy Sharon Rue Sarah Rule Gary Russell Donna St lulian David Salinas David Sandate Rhonda Sandell Kelra Sanders Larry Sanders Becky Saterback Clint Saveli Donna Schick Lisa Schoonover lames Schmadl Carole Schmidt Kevin Schwcers Angie Shafer Nicole Scope Edward Shane Anthony Shawler Tonia Shirley Dee Dee Shivers Maria Sierra Donna Simmons laney Sims Cliff S|olander Angela Smith Darcy Smith ianelle Smith Karen Smith Kim Smith Melanie Smith Melton Smith Paul Smith Shannon Smith Trevor Smith Michael Snyder Scott Sokoly Rafor Sowell fenniferSpeigle Tanya Spell Brett Spencer Chizue Spencer Quincy Spencer Michele Stark Shannon Sterling Barbara Stevenson Becky Stewart Gatson Stewart Clint Stork Claudia Strangmeier Les Strickland Myoshi Stubbs Karen Sturms Kathi Talutis 174 luniors R esults of breaking ground rules Whether it was for coming in late, not coming in at all or some other unfortunate mishap, getting grounded was something most students went through one time or another. Paige Faulk explained. I usual- ly get grounded for not telling my parents where I’m at or for coming in late. Somewhat a little bit more extreme, one senior remembered. “Once when I was a freshman. I got caught crawling in my bedroom window at 5:30 in the morning. I was petrified. Time spent being grounded was usually put to good use — whether students liked it or not — because there was nothing else to do. All I do is pump iron. said Stan Knap- ton, referring to his favorite pas- time of lifting weights. There were many other things to do besides just sitting around watching televi- sion. “The way I pass the time when I’m grounded is to write sad poems, revealed Sonia Barnett. On a positive note. Brian Walsh, sophomore, said. Being grounded seems to bring my grade point average up.” Some people, though, never seemed to learn. Scott Soko- ly said. I do what I'm not sup- posed to on purpose: I like to cause more trouble.” Being grounded had its good and bad sides, depending on how you looked at it. Jeremy Vasquez, a junior, stated, 1 don’t know many people who can do everything they want to. when they want to.” To some, getting grounded was like being in jail. Some students were prohibited from talking on the phone, some from going out on weekends, while others were grounded by not being able to leave their room. Gina Card commented. I hate getting grounded because every single thing gets taken away from me. Photo by D. Fronto. Daniel Tarver Michael Tate lames Taylor jerry Taylor Robert Taylor Lance Teel NishaTholstrup Candy Thomas Darold Thomas Robert Thomas David Thompson Joel Thompson Karlin Thompson Paul Thorn Bobby Tieman Gregory Tolers Paul Tolon Linda Torres Deena Townsend Joel Touchet Josie Tover Tung Tran Lori Trim Keith Trowbridge Juniors 175 Melinda Turnloy Owen Tulein Eric Tyler Keith Tyler Paula Tyler Nancy Vucinick Nina VonHarpe Robert Vinyard Karon Vincent Michelle V'erret Jennifer Vela Juan Vasquez Jeremy Vasquez Jamie Vasquez Noe VanSycklc Kristian Underwood Jyl Ummel Leigh Wade Thomas Waddell Gail Walker Timothy Walker John Walker Wendy Walker Becky Wallace Daryl Wallace Amy Walls Andy Ward Chuck Washington Dan Watkins Samuel Watkins Steve Webb Mark Wellman orking for the weekend Some people thought Baytown A popular spot for many is the Galleria, a large shopping complex in southwest Houston. David Brumit wont to the Galleria many times during the school year. I go there when San Jacinto Mall is too much to handle.” Photo by . Culp was just the place to be. while others would rather have been somewhere else on a weekend night. If you are staying in Baytown you can go to tne mall ana find out if there are any par- ties. and if there isn’t anything happening, you can always de- pend on McDonald’s. said Michele Verret, a junior. Steven Lawson, a junior, said, More parties would make Baytown a more interesting place. People who would rather be elsewhere decided Westheimer. Fast Times, Photon. Fame City, Energy or about anywhere else were fun places to go and do something different. David Reid, a senior, said, My friends and I go to Westheimer all the time. It’s fun ’cause you meet people from all over and it can get pret- ty wild! Going to Houston on the weekend gives you a little bit more excitment than the hum- drum weekend here and gives you a chance to see what else the world has to offer. Energy is always fun because all the peo- ple there are having a good time being themselves ana dancing the night away! said Christy Wickert, a junior. Movies were still a popular but more expensive thing to do. “I can’t believe it costs $5. to go to see a movie now. It’s almost like having to take out a bank loan in order to go out,” said Rusty Martin, a senior. Michelle Burdett, a junior, said, You can always find something to do or sit at home and waten T.V. Before it comes to that, I would cruise up and down 146!” As the clock wound down, weekenders made sure they got home on time because it would be six long days until the next weekend. 176 Juniors Aaron YVoltZ Amy Wosterman Albert Wheatfail Felicia Wheatfail Tammy White Michael Whitehead Christy Wickerl A roundel Williams Deanna Williams Gabriel Williams Jenniffer Williams Michelle Williams Monique Williams Pamela Williams Michel Williams Nolan Williams Shanta Williams Tammy Williams Eric Willingham Chris Wilson Lara Winder Charles Wintlll Deke Witt Michael Wright lames Wylie Danielle Wolf Wesley Woods Signaling probably the most popular intersec- tion on n Friday or Saturday night in Southeast Texas is the street sign at the corner of Weslheimor and Montrose in Houston. Trevor Smith commented. It's tun riding around Weslheimor and meeting other people. There's really nothing to do in Baytown, so that's why I go. Photo by I. Culp. Firing up spirit during Lee Week are Cat Sum- mers and Ron Purkor. disc |ockeys from K.K.B.Q. Radio. The station staged a sort-of pep rally at Upporcrust Pizza the night before the Lee game, proving that. yes. there are things to do in Baytown. Photo by R. Nestor juniors 177 Senior Class Officers: Brad Walsh, president; Phelitria Barnes, secretary; |o© Ron Waldrop, vice president. Photo by D. Fronto eniors 178 Seniors Alison Abshier Dennis Adams Norman Adams Thomas Adams Sharon Adamson Shelia Adamson Kevin Adkins Eva Aguilar Martin Alvarez Patrick Anders Darin Ard Kim Arnold Christy Ary Trina Ashley Raymona Ales Brent Baker David Baker Patrina Baker Gloria Bailey Lori Baldridge Marion Ball Phelitria Barnes Dana Barrett Lisa Barrientes Kari Barrios Stayce Bass Stephany Batla Jacquelyn Beaman Stuart Becka Michael Bennett Cathy Bernard Nihita Bhavsar Joy Bland Jennifer Boeke Wendy Bogan leremy Boullion Bryan Bradford Melinda Bradford Stacey Branch Dolly Breaux Cheryl Breshears John Broad Aaron Brown Laura Brown Yolanda Brown David Bruniit Kathryn Bruminett Stuart Bryant Soniors 179 Felicia Brysch David Burt Chris Calma Marty Carlton Wendy Carsey Tami Case Nathan Chaddick Edmond Chase James Chesser Ronald Childers Stacy Clancy Andre Clark Kimberly Clark Stacey Clark Audra Clement Jeannie Clement Scott Cogburn Charlotte Coleman Mary Colley Shannon Comeaux Wayne Connerton Steve Copeland Steven Cornell Ann Costello Michael Cowen Marc Cowins Kerry Cox Julie Cross Kim Crow Jon Currie Darrin Daniel Richard Dauben Alicia Deal Dena DeLoach Brent DelToro Tony DeRamus Sonya Donato Tracie Douthit Brian Duggan Manuel Elizondo Lannie Emfinger Terence Erwin Elisa Estrada Lillian Estrada Barry Evans Paige Faulk Troy Fields Jean Fike 180 Seniors Amy Fitzgerald Laura Floyd Stephen Floyd Zohn Flunkinger Rochelle Fontenot Jacqueline Forbes Danielle Ford Laura Foster Hilda Franco Darron Franta Lelia Fraser Michelle Frazar Melanie Freeman Michael Fregia Elizabeth Frels Robert French Chris Fuller Daniel Fuller Raul Gallegos Brad Garner Missy Garner Donald Gentry Ronda Gillum Manuel Gonzales n overall tradition returns After an absence of three years, the tradition of wearing overalls resumed on Thursdays during football season as a way of showing spirit. The fashion- conscious cheerleaders thought about the idea of returning to this type of apparel after wear- ing warmups the last several years because “Guess brand overalls were in style. Some might ask. “What is the significance in wearing overalls?” Sonya Donato, a senior, explained. “The significance in wearing overalls is to show unity and create an organized feeling of school spirit.” The traditional saying around the school was “Overall the Ganders. Candace Gray, a junior, explained that this meant, Look out Ganders because over all we are on top!” Every Thursday, the students wore their overalls to show their spirit in over hauling their oppo- nent. of which the cross-town rival was the biggest. The students loved for their teachers to wear overalls like the rest of the student body. Stacy Branch, a senior, com- mented, “The teachers take part in wearing overalls like the students because we all work as a team and it shows that we have the Ranger Pride on the Outside. Sherry Larson, sophomore, said. “This year has been suc- cessful in wearing the overalls. It is a nice sight to see the students wearing their overalls. She also continued. Maybe they'll stay in style for another couple of years.” Wearing overalls. Rondo Gillum ond Pholitria Barnes, along with Mrs. Claire Bays, cheerleader sponsor, prepare decorations for the football players’ locker room. It was difficult because after the third wook, wc started running out of ideas! Pholeteria said. Photo by D. Franta. Seniors H istory in the making Throughout the seniors’ years fireworks to their school careers, in school, they no doubt had to Lynnea Green revealed her take many types of history feelings about the Sesquicenten- courses. However, one course nial. “I feel that it will give us that was not even available was something to look back on as we a course about their own years get older. We can remember that in school. In the framework of the celebration of Texas’ 150th 12 years, main events eclipsed anniversary was a part of our others: the Bicentennial year of senior year, as they both became 1976 and the Texas Ses- one of the best times of our life.” quicentennial last year, added There were many different Who are these people? You might recognize Brent Watson. Bill Kirkland. Nathan Chaddick. some of them, especially the names in italics. Barry Evans. Dorron Franta. David Harwill. since they are now seniors. They are (front} Pam Steven Martinez. Mike Harvey. 13) Kari Barrios. Partaine. Angela Harris. Tami Case. Kim Crow. Lynnea Green. Renee Rhodes. Penny Simons. Angela Singleton. Stacey Henry. Kristi Reese, fared Anderson. Steven Ramirez. Trey Crick. Robin Guidry. Renee Zellweger. 12) Kip Hughes. Ricky Wagner. experiences that could occur ir 12 years. Tony DeRamus was asked what his biggest memorj was since the first grade and he exclaimed, “Though it caughi me by surprise, I knew I would have to deal with it someday. During the summer between sixth and seventh grade, it final- ly happened ... I reached puberty!” Seniors remembered tragedies that affected their lives ... such as the death of Elvis Presley in 1977. the attempted assassina- tion of President Reagan in 1981. Hurricane Alicia in 1983 and the Space Shuttle Challenger ex- plosion in 1986. Lynnea commented. “I remember sitting in my junior high English class, and our prin- cipal came on the loud speaker and announced that President Reagan had been shot. Silence fell over the room as I tried to realize how that could have ever happened. Finally, the seniors’ high school books closed and tne history of their 12 vears in school became a part of the past, a part that was made up of everyday events that totaled a history of its own. Craig Gore Shira Graham Errol Graves Lynnea Green Kenrick Greene Melanie Griffin Robin Gross Staci Grubbs Kenneth Guidry Robin Guidry Sylvia Gurrula Joseph Hall Russell Hamilton Douglas Hancock Kelli Hardin Bruce Harlan Wesley Harrott James Hart 182 Seniors Karla Hauser Renee Hebert Shawn Hebert Bonnie Helm Corev Henderson Stacy Henry Mary Hewitt Donna Hicks Gary Higginbotham Cory Hilderbrand Christie Hillier Lynn Hirt Devon Hixson Kristi Holley Lori Hoops Brad Hopper Raymond Hopper Willie Hudman Melissa Hullum Cheri Hulsey Stacy Hunter Derrick Hurst Marshall Hutton Carl Hyltin Angela Ingham Bowen Isaacs David Isaacks Chad Ivie Susan )ackson Scott James Elizabeth Jannise Paul Jiminez Grayson Johnson Jann Johnson Shelly Johnson Jerry Johnson Gwen Jones Kimberly Jones Larissa Jones Lynn Jones Julie Kadjar James Kaminski Greg Keeble Karen Keller Donna Kemplev Dede Kendrick Jill Keyes Mark King Seniors 183 Bill Kirkland Paul Kirkley Laura Klebenow Stanley Knapton Lester Knupple Molly Kukorlo Annette LaHair Kim LaMarr Melissa LaPorte Laci Lauderdale Allen Laughlin Jesse Leal John Lemelle Kristi Lemley Kimberly LeMond Timberly Lewis William Lander Shana Little Sandra Lopez Steve L-ouden Jacintha Louis Shanna Lucas Cheryl Mahar Melissa Maple Rusty Martin Laura Martinez Kenny Martinez Raymond Martinez Sheri Mason William Mathews Pete Matthiesen Richard McAdams Denise McCann Alicia McDonald Nicole McDonald Susan McHenry Christopher McGuyer Tim McKinney Tim McMullen Tom McNabb Christi McNeal Kelly McQueen Rachael Mendieta Chloedelle Mercer Kenneth Merrill Robert Metzger Brian Miles Wayne Miller 184 Seniors Tanya Mills Miriam Bacchus Chris Moffett Whitney Molandes Katherine Montgomery LaShonria Montgomery Ana Moreno Mary Morlan Laura Moser Kim Moseley Archie Moyers Doug Moyers Michael Mueller Angie Mullins Angie Murr Shawn Murphy Todd Myers Richard Neal David Nester Brenda Newsom Brent Newsom Robin Neimeier Dalia Ochoa June Odom The incomplete new Ranger mascot, con- structed by Mr. Terry Ryals. is created in his garage over the summer, it was a part of the Class of 1977‘s 10-year reunion. Photo by C. Bays. A really tall Ranger tale Standing 10 feet, three inches was constructed of fiberglass, tall and weighting over 200 steel and Styrofoam.” explained Mr. Terry Ryals, fa pounds, a new version of an old favorite was unveiled September 2 at the Pigskin Preview. As the Octagon Club members removed his covering, revealing first the boots, then the big R.S.S. belt buckle and finally his huge white cowboy hat, an enormous applause engulfed the entire auaitorium as the new version of the Sterl- ing Ranger mascot was officially unveiled to the public. Mrs. Vickie Smith, a 1977 raduate, spearheaded the idea or a new Ranger as part of her 10-year reunion. Through numerous telephone calls, con- tributions and donations, money for the $2,200 Ranger was raised. “The mascot, originally planned to be only eight feet tall, took nine weeks to complete and Ryals, faculty member. Mr. Trey Hallister, Mr. Ryals nephew, was instrumental in welding the frame at Mr. Ryals’ home. Mr. Hallister was also the only help Mr. Ryals received on his creative venture. “Mrs. Smith and Mr. Ed Wachtel left it up to me after I turned in the initial drawings.” said Mr. Ryals. designer of the Ranger. “One interesting thing, my nine-year old son, Brek, noticed during construction was that the Ranger had six fingers on his left hand,” Mr. Ryals laughingly stated. “Of course, I corrected it, he added. “I like the creation the way it is,” said Mr. Ryals. He came out better, and especially taller, than I planned.” Seniors 185 O n the air with Hollywood For one evening, Sterling had the chance to show its school spirit in a unique way to thousands of people around the Houston area. Tnis was when several seniors were on the air with K.K.B.Q.’s Hollywood Henderson during his evening shift October 20. Phelitria Barnes explained. Boy, it was fun and fascinating. The’ most exciting part about being on the radio was that everyone was listening to you.” Ronda Gillum said. “I liked meeting Hollywood because it seemed as though I was meeting someone famous. Darron Franta, a yearbook photographer, stated, I just went alone to take pictures, but Hollywood asked me to join them. I’m glad he did; it was really great. David Elmore had Standing around the microphone are Rusty Martin. Ronda Gillum. David Elmore. Phelitria Barnes and Tony DeRamus as Hollywood prepares to introduce the next song. Photo by D. Pronto, similar feelings. It was an ex- perience I’ll not forget! Joe Ron Waldrop, a senior, commented, I called up and talked to them. At first I didn’t think I was going to get through, but I made it.” Wayne Miller, also a senior, said. “I called and talked to all my friends. It was neat. Donna Simmons, a junior, exclaimed, When 1 called 93Q. it felt so weird to be able to hear myself on the radio! Sterling was literally all over the place when David, Tony DeRamus, Darron. Ronda. Rusty Martin and Phelitria showed their school spirit. As David said. I really nad a good time and I wouldn’t mind going for another visit. Chatri Oparakum Tammy Page Angel Parker Scott Parker Ronnie Parrish Bill Pahos Oscar Perez Jeanette Petrash Kay Pitts Larry Plake John Ploss Amy Polaski Kara Poling D’Laine Ponder Paula Porter Kyle Pounds David Poutra Chris Powell 186 Seniors John Powell Keri Powless Ginger Prescott Sean Price Michael Purifoy Trent Quade Charlotte Rageth Steven Ramirez Sammie Ramsdale Angela Ramsey Julieanna Raphael Eric Rasmussen Shannon Ratliff Melinda Real Kent Reep Kristi Reese Kayla Reeves Dwayne Rein Kimberly Rhodes Renee Rhodes William Rhodes John Richardson Ralph Richers Melissa Riordan Jake Riser Michael Robinson Noemi Rodriguez Pollyanna Rosario Matt Rowland Billy Russom Calvin Rutledge Cindy Rychlik Victor Salazar Eileen Sambilay Christopher Sanders Mark Sappington Lauri Saunders Tracy Scheller Jennifer Schexenider Shawn Schiming Kim Scott Staci Sebum Jerel Shivers James Simien Sonja Simmons Tim Simpson Kelvin Sims Scott Singletary Seniors 187 Angelia Singleton David Skinner Robert Skinner Jennifer Smith Roland Smith Ronald Smith Brenda Speegle Veronica Sprayberry Brent Stanley Tatia Stevens Tina Stoneburgh Nannette Street Charlotte St. Romain Tracie Stutts Gary Suire Melissa Swick George Taylor Teresa Taylor Woodrow Theeck Erica Thomas Naomi Thompson Grant Tilton Shannon Tilton Kelly Tippett Lisa Tisdale Kendra Tolley facque Torres Kirk Travis Lisa Trenary Irene Tristan Randy Valois Henry Van Horn Marcos Vargas Mathew Venegas Connie Vickery Lori Vondenstein Stacey Voytek JoeRon Waldrop Craig Walker Lisa Walker Shirley Wallace Bradley Walsh Marcia Walters Patricia Watkins Tammy Wauszkiewicz Kristin Weber Matthew White Reushawn White 188 Seniors Linda Whittredge Johan Wigand Alicia Wilkie Herman Wilks Tammy Williams Debra Wilson Kelly Wilson Ronnie Wilson Terrie Wilson Vicki Wilson Warren Wilson Tracy Windham Lisa Wolf Jodie Wolff Clyde Woods Holly Wren Robert Wyatt Brian Yeager S tarting the day much earlier For the typical Sterling stu- for the water polo team.” dent, the average school day Another reason students came started at 8:05. However, for to school early was for school many students their day began a meetings. Jason Haddox said, “I little differently as they arrived come early about two days a much earlier to participate in a week, usually for C.S.U., Na- variety of activities. tional Honor Society or to bring David Nester, a senior, ex- my little sister so that she gets to plained, ‘‘I get to school around school on time for the Stars and 7:15 because I swim and practice morning pep rallies held during football season.” Many students came early so that they could talk to their friends and catch up on the latest gossip. Karlin Thomson, a junior, saia. I come to school early every once in a while and sometimes my friends help me with my homework.” In other cases, as Erin Casey explained, “I try to come early so I can get a good parking place.” Although many students came to school early, even more were still at their homes, trying to catch an extra wink of sleep. Allison Haver said, I only come to school early about once every two weeks, and when I am early, it’s probably about the time the first bell rings,” proving that what is early for some was in reality, late for others. Mike Maroney, a member of the Blue Bombers and the State Champion water polo team, prac- tices in the early hours before school as he drives to make his point count Photo by R Nester. Seniors 181 Administration: Mr. Frank Hutchins, senior assistant principal; Mrs. lanie Christian, freshman assistant principal; Mr lackie Crawford, sophomore assistant principal; Mr. Ed Wachtol. principal. Mr. Charles Polk, junior assistant principal. Photo by S. Murphy. sterling high schdql -------=—------—- 190 Faculty David Aiken - R.O.T.C Gary Alton — Sociology. Athletics Rats Anderson — I.C.T. Sharon Armstrong — English Beverly Bargainer — P.E. Athletics Darlene Bamott — Data Processing Bettio Barrow — Sophomore Secretary Patti Bell — Typing David Bultram — Physics. Chemistry Rebecca Bepko — E.S.L Richard Betnell — Data Processing Introduction to Computers Bryan Borah — Speech. Debate. English Nadean Bossley — Secretary Rosa Boutin — Cafeteria Judy Bowers — Algebra Lane Brown — History Sue Brysch — Library Secretary Margarita Cantu — Data Processing. Introduction to Computers. Typing Nancy Cantu — Cafeteria Willena Cherry — Registrar Janie Christian — Freshman Assistant Principal Nora Clark — English Tommye Glynn Clark — Senior Secretary Sharron Coker — Homemaking Jack Cooksey — Biology Jackie Crawford — Sophomore Assistant Principal Jimmy Creel — Biology Barbara Culp — Computer Math. Algebra Joyce Dickens — Nurse Sally Dickson — Spanish. History Duane Dillon — Algebra. F.O.M. Moselle Domingue — English David Duncan — English Dennis Eichler — Band Director Jay Elkins — Assistant Band Director Michael Ellis — Drafting Grade Forrest — Cafeteria Robert Francis — Computer Math. F.O.M , Calculus Edna Gagliano — Cafeteria Connie Gentry — Consumer Muth. Algebra JaneGoodner — English Olivia Green — Cafeteria Elairm Hall — Reading Betty Harman — Librarian Martha Harper — Consumer Math. Geometry Al Hawthorne — Physical Science. Athletics Kay Hill — French Perina Holland — Cafeteria Nadino Horne — Biology. Athletics Lyn Houk — History. Law Sandi Huff — Security Mollie Hunt — History. Law Lisa Huntley — Freshman Secretary Bernico Jackson — English. Athletics Nan Jacobson — Principal's Secretary Marly Johnson — Geometry. Algebra I-him Kellner — Algebra. Math I.ab Dixie King — Library' Aide. A.V. Coordinator Ronnie Kluch —Government. History Kristi Krueger — English John Lancaster — Biology. Athletics Tom Langraf— Athletics. Psychology. Government Sharron Leggett — History. World Affairs Faculty 191 taura Leissner— (unior Secretary Dennis Leonard — Biologv. Athletics Mare Lewis — Job Orientation Debbie Loch ridge — Star Music. English Pamela Lucas — Student Teacher Brenda Lueders — Marine Science. Physical Science Rita Luker — Cosmetology Vernon McGee — C.V.A.E. Mechanical Repair. Small Engine Repair Emerson McGowan — Physical Science Ronald McLeod — Algebra Pattio Maltsberger — Consumer Math. Algebra Bertie Mansker — Cafeteria Kay Marsh — Assistant Librarian Martha Marti — P.E.. Golf Mark Martin — Indian Studies, taw Helmuth Mayer — History. Gorman Clydette Messiah — History Gary Micinski — Chemistry Richard Miles — Geology. Physical Science Gerald Mohlman — Economics. History Shelby Morris — Cafeteria Annette Moulder — Spanish Theresa Norton — Star Director Alvin Norwood — Art Jim Partin — History. Athletics Bruce Paulus — Athletics Simone Peters — Goomotry. Algebra Alton Phillips — Senior Counselor Charles Polk — (unior Assistant Principal Suzi Powers — English Christina Putnam — Spanish Patti Rau — History. Athletics Nicole Reasoner — Special Education Debbie Redmon — Business Management. Personal Finance Patrick Reilly — Governor. Sentinel. Journalism Charles Riggs — Record Keeping. Athletics Andrea Ripley — Student Teacher Michelle Root-McDaniel — Occupational Thorapist Terry Ryals — English. Student Council Sponsor (erry Sanders — History. Athletics Carolyn Saunders — English Mark Sealo — History. Athletics Gary Sedlacek — English. Creative Writing, Ranger Writers Sponsor Ben Sessions — English Harold Smith — R.O.T.C. Jacqueline Smith — Math lanottc Smith — F.O.M. Jeanne Stark — Algebra Martha Starkey — Attendance Secretary Patricia Steinke — Physical Science. Biology Jerry Stewart — History. Athletics Brenda Stone — Homemaking Xina Stone — Concert Choir. Meistersingers Jan Strubbe — Health. Athletics Debra Stump — Economics Donna Swint — Accounting. Office Procedure, Typing Alicia Talley — English Raymond Taylor — Pre-Calculus Pat Thompson — Algebra. Geometry William Thornton — P.E.. Football Carolyn Tiner — Guidance Office Secretary Chuck Tone — History. Athletics Douglas Traylor — Auto Mechanics 192 Faculty School Board of Iho Goose Creek Consolidated Independent School District: f ront) Mrs. Helen Bees Barolak. Mr. Richard Heyden. Mr. Tom Mayo, (back) Mr. David Smith. Mr. Pete Suilfg, Mrs. Wanda Ellis. Mr. Tom Gentry. Photo by R. Nester. Judith Tyler — Homemaking Janet Valdes — Biology Ed Wachtel — Principal Carol Wagner — Business Lois Walker — Bookkeeping Nancy Walsh — Secretary Sheryl Ward — Junior Counselor Wanda Watts — Accounting. Business Joseph Wheelis — Theatre Arts Terri White — Government Larry Whitley — Counselor Jackie Williams — Resource Math Beverly Wilson — Data Processing Secretary Kathy Wilson — Cafeteria Cliff Witt — Latin, French Shirley Wright — English Judy Wueste — English Sherry Younger — Drivers’ Ed. Betty Zee — Cafeteria Faculty 193 194 Along with the arrival of the new school year came some of the worst economic times that Baytown has faced since the Great Depression. In a year’s time we stood by helplessly as gas prices plummeted to 60 cents a gallon, Dusinesses were collaps- ing in record numbers and unemployment hovered near 15 percent. To make matters worse, some 900 workers found themselves without a job as the U.S.X. Steel Mill was forced to close. Yes, the boom of the early 1980’s went bust and forecasters were predicting darker days ahead for the beleaguered economy. Exxon, one of the chief employers among Baytonians, decided to move many of its 175 research employees to its facility in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Many others also found themselves unemployed as such stores as Safeway and the Freedom Department Store on Alexander Drive both closed their doors. Although lean times were being ex- Eerienced in the oil field, Baytown’s usinesses did come through once more as they helped to finance the cost of printing the yearbook. Yearbook staffers, along with the assistance from Mrs. Claire Bay’s D.E. students, sold ads to area merchants. Mr. Gordon Martin, owner of Industrial In- struments Company, explained, “I bought one so that I could support the annual while advertising my business at the same t i time.” Mr. Patrick Reilly, yearbook adviser, stated, ‘‘Without the help of those who purchased ads, there would be no way we could produce a yearbook like this.” He continued, “We really appreciate all those who helped support us.” Buying W oody Theek, a senior, waits patiently behind as Jeremy Boullion, also a senior, hopes for a strike while bowling at Hurricane Lanes. Bowling was a popular pastime for many students. Photo by D. Franta. Buying 195 Owned by Alvin and Martha Keyes. Martha’s Snak Shflk is open Monday through Saturday, from 11 a m. to 8 p.m. Telephone number is 426-3709. Photo by S. Murphy. Martha’s Snak Shak 323 S. Main Highlands Located on Highway 146 in Baytown. Faulk’s Automotive is able to handle all of your automobile repairs. Photo by S. Murphy. Faulk’s Automotive 4619 Hwy. 146 Baytown r Gibson Printing Co. General Printing� Advertising Gifts Rubber Stamps 422-2222 1302 N. Pruett Baytown 196 Buying Haircrafters. located in West Town Shopping Center. Is designed to handle everyone's hair styling needs. For more information, call or come by ... Haircrafters. Photo by S. Murphy 424-4521 4128 DECKER DRIVE West Town Unisex Baytown Going’s Meat Market “Where Rangers Go For Lunch” Going's Meat Market not only serves the com- munity but also provides a place for students to take a lunch break. The market is located at 106 Baker Road. Photo by S. Murphy. Lone Star Bank Salutes the ’87 Seniors 15011.H. 10 East _420-1528 Buying: 197 Flukinger’s Super Market 16516 Market St. Channelview --------------------- — - 198 Buying Flukinger's Grocery, located just across the San Jacinto River on Market Street, serves the entire Channel Area with a variety of foods and services. Photo by D. Fronta. With the needs of «he students in mind, the Exxon Baytown Credit Union will make sure you learn the A.B.C.’s of finan- cial responsibility. For more information, come by 2900 Decker Drive or call 422- 3611. Photo by S. Murphy. First Baptist Church 505 Rollingbrook Drive Baytown A COOD PLACE TO LEARN AIOUT NONET................. GU Exxon Bavtouun cncoit urson Athlete, Etc. s “Specialists in Vk TEAM OUTFITTING” ■ A CUSTOM IMPRINTING • T-SHIRTS • CAPS • JACKETS • VISORS • SHORTS • SWEATS Advertising Specialties ★ DECALS BUMPER STICKERS ★ CAPS ★ SHIRTS WINDBREAKERS ★ FLAGS BANNERS ★ PENCILS PENS ★ ZIPPO LIGHTERS KNIVES ★ CALENDARS ★ SAFETY INCENTIVES ★ BUTTONS ★ BALLOONS ★ CONVENTION POUTICAL ITEMS “Get It From The Pros.” 420-1886 3000 N. Main IB (Behind Safeway Trans.) Buying 199 Beauty Supply J. Don’s Armstrong-McCall La Coupe, Rayette, Wella, Roux, Caryl Richards, KMS, Lamaur, Matrix. 422-7760 2010 N. Main Baytown Congratulations ’87 V J Following the advice of the photographer. Ronda Gillum, along with a group of her friends, puts on a big smile for the camera prior to their graduation May 28. Photo by D Franta. - Call 425-6384 or 425-6393 for information. Aft Affirmative Action Equal Opportunity Institution Buying 201 Join us at l£LEE COLLEGE! We' re all working together to provide a really great place for students! Good Luck to Both the Graduating Seniors and the Incoming Senior Class Remember, if you missed us at school, you may order your class ring at anytime from the Balfour Company, the in-school jeweler dealing only in class rings. But Molly Milks reminds us. L. G. BALFOUR COMPANY 2930 Chimney Rock Houston, Texas 77040 713-784-4990 202 Buying HUNGRY? COME ON BY: A Slice Above the Plxu and Good Taacc 424-3585 4216 B DECKER DR. WEST TOWN CENTER FREE 30 MINUTE DELIVERY J £ZArJM EffS 4216 B DECKER DR. 424-9555 • 2 BIG SCREEN TV’S • “SKY BOXES” • GARDEN ROOM • BALCONIES • PIZZA, SALAD SPAGHETTI BUFFET • LUNCH M-F M-T-W EVENINGS FEATURE THE SAME sunoaym Thursday Consistently Great Pizza 11:00AM- 11:00PM 1808 N ALEXANDER 427-1616 LIMITED DELIVERY AREAS TM WHIHOOPIM, MC Sales Service On All Makes Models 3626 Garth 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Mon.-Sat. Rollingbrook Plaza 427-4702 For that hard-to-find special automotive Horn, come to U.S.A. Speed Center. For further information, call 422-8420. Pholo byS. Murphy. U.S.A. Speed Center 2801 N. Alexander Baytown Buying 203 Wayne Connerton and a friend purchase gum from an Angel's employee The popular convenience store has several locations throughout Baytown. Photo by S. Murphy. 5210 West Road _______________ Angels Baytown For Ladies’ Fashions Accessories Woodcreek Shopping Center 1709 Garth Baytown 422-6440 422-5411 FARMERS INSURANCE GROUP 427-6828 420-3357 Bill Martin Insurance Agency 2819 N. Main Baytown 204 Buying Baytown Plant Mobay Chemical Corporation Baytown, Texas Buying 205 The Citizens Bank and Trust Company building is now a familiar sight as one travels down Garth Road. Tho banking in- stitution is located at 1300 Rollingbrook Drive and is the oldest bank in Baytown. Photo by D. Fronto. RMC 206 Buying :W ic Best Wishes fora Bright and Exciting Future fD 3 LONG’S RADIAL RAISED OUTLINE WHITE LETTERS POLYESTER FIBERGLASS CONSTRUCTION 60 or 70 SERIES WIDE. Own a set! 2702 N. MAIN 427-7366 Dayton TIRE PRO Located at 800 Hunt Road. Hunt Garden Apartments are nestled in a country atmosphere and offers peace and tranquility. Located in a most desiroble area within walking distance of San (adnto Mall and two minutes from 1-10. Hunt Gardens offers excellent security, controlled access gates and a full fenced property. With a pool, with fountain, lighted tennis courts, and much more. Photo by C. Chappell. Hunt Gardens apart I I cuts 421-1521 20« Our hot Schlotzsky Original. A whole world of flavors in every bite.“ (Sclilotzsky's) 4521 Garth Rd. Baytown When you just can't put it off any longer . go visit Dr. )oe Ed Sutton. The dentist is located in Highlands at 507 S. Main, and as his slogan suggests, We cater to cowards? Photo by S. Murphy. Buying 224 N. Main Highlands Buying 209 Highlands State Bank, located on Main Street, employs Sterling students such as Bronda Newsom and Donna Kemply. The bank assists people in the community with their banking needs. Photo by M. McCuiston. The Tisdale Company, located on Commerce Street in Baytown, meets the needs of companies throughout the Bay Area by providing industrial air conditioning services. Photo byS. Murphy. Tisdale Company 803 N. Commerce 427-4634 210 Buying Briarcrcek. located off North Main at Hartford Drive, features the lowest financing in years, gourmet island kit- chens. super bath with whirlpool, glass- enclosed showers, large and private backyards, all in a premium location and neighborhood. Photo by S. Murphy. BRIARCREEK A Project of HARTFORD HOMES 428-1060 Industrial Instruments Co. 424-1301 Industrial Instruments Company, located on Wade Road, specializes in recondi- tioned valves and instrumentation. The company, which has been in business for over 15 years, provides a valuable service to industry throughout the channel area. Photo by fl. Martin. Don’t fail. A If college expenses haw you worried, there's still time Student Loan. Undergraduates can borrow up to J S2.500 per school year graduate students up to $5,000. See your InterFirst banker for details. And don't fail to apply for a Tfexas Guaranteed Student Loan from InterFirst soon. We believe in you. Emfioxium zAieaclowi The InterFirst Student Loan, InterFirst 4523 Garth 427-9544 InterFirst Bank Baytown 422-awi McDonald's Before going into McDonald's, the senior class officers. Brad Walsh, Phelitria Barnes and Joe Ron Waldrop decide what fast food fare they will have for lunch. Photo by D. Franta. jftj hdbftsl TAste It. Mjil Love It For Good. San Jacinto Mall Garry A. Nelson, Operator 421-5723 A NEW DIMENSION IN HOME ENTERTAINMENT SALES RENTALS Movies Recorders West Town 4124 Decker 424-1575 Accessories Mon.-Sat. 10 a.m.-8 p.m. o o 3 OFFICE SUPPLIES PRINTING AND ENGRAVINGS OFFICE FURNISHINGS r-a- oj OFFICE SUPPLY, INC . BAYTOWN. TEXAS 77521 s P O BOX 593 3923 GARTH ROAD (713) 422-8151 Authorized Dealer Typewriters Buying 214 Autographs If anything in this world is done by a group effort, producing a yearbook has to be in the Top 10. With 40 different people, all having different ideas, room 237 often was filled with havoc and disgust. However, the staff pulled together and worked to create a yearbook that truly reflects the splendor of Ross S. Sterling High School. If one person had to be chosen as the most responsible for the success of this publication, it would have to be Mr. James Patrick Reilly. If a staff member had a problem thinking up that just-right adjective or finding that perfect picture, he was always willing to lend a hand. He always had a joke or funny experience to tell; however, he knew when it was time for play and when to work. For that, we say thanks. We also want to take time to thank the ad- ministration and office personnel. We especially want to thank Mr. Ed Wachtel for all the assistance in helping us organize many group shots. We also, greatly appreciate Mrs. Janie Christian’s help in giving us so many good quotes. Darron and 1 would also like to thank the staff and John for always working to the best of their ability. We could always count on Gay-Lynn and her hair spray for eating away at that ozone layer. You'll get it one day. Thanks also to Terri for all the help you have offered. We’d also like to say thanks to the photographers, especially Shawn. Eric and Chris who spent many hours working to the beat of “Hurry, I need my pictures now?” Thank you Beaver being there when we needed someone to pick on ... but just think in three long years you can pick on all the fish. By the way, John, we were just joking at the beginning of this paragraph, so don’t get hyper. We’d like to also extend thanks to the faculty for being so understanding when a photographer or other staff member needed a few extra minutes to finish the job. Especially to Ms. Annette Moulder for allowing Darron to leave class on numerous oc- casions to take pictures when they were needed. Thanks also to Cindy Gallien at Provine Studios for working with us on all the group shots. Thanks also must go to Mrs. Nancy Walsh and those other office workers, plus the helpful people around the building who allowed us to use their typewriters and computers. Before we close, we would like to thank Ron Craft Chevrolet and Joe Ron Waldrop for helping us set up the class officer photos. We appreciate it. So this is it. Darron and I would like to thank all the teachers and friends who we have encountered during our four years spent here at 300 West Baker. You really made our high school years well worth the effort. Good luck. Governor '88. Sincerely. Darron Franta Rusty Martin Governor Timberly Lewis Terri Pomonis Shannon Sterling Stacy Hunter Sandy Lopez Phelitria Barnes Eric Henderson Tracey Florio Sheila McDonald Rodney Rios D’Ann Proctor Sylvia Molina Joe Ron Waldrop Angela Ingham Photographers Eric Rasmussen Shawn Murphy Chris Chappell Laura Myers Randy Nester Ginger Prescott Troy Fields Mike McCuiston Mark Kelley 216 Specifics Staff Dena DeLoach Karlin Thomson Donna Simmons Patrick Collins Debra Wilson Randy Morris Lori Nelson Lauri Saunders Angie Mullins Kim Moseley John Culp Gay-Lynn Hurta Kay Pitts Rachel Myrick Rusty Martin Editor Darron Franta Head Photographer James Patrick Reilly Adviser A Classic Setting, the theme around which this edition of The Governor was set. acknowledged Sterling’s presence in Baytown over the past two decades using a variety of graphics that helped depict this as the unique year it was. The prologue and epilogue featured Car- dinal type. Thin rule lines framed these sections and were also adapted for the title and division pages along with initial letters beginning the captions. Events depicting student life used the script — like Delight lettering set on a background of 20 percent Super Blue. In Sports. Helvetica Con- densed graphics were used. In Insights, academic classes were headlined using Serif Gothic type while the groups section headlines were in Melior Bold. The class sections were in regular Melior type that was also used as body copy in sizes ranging from six point to 14 point. Drop shadows in forty percent black were used on division pages. The Governor logo, set in Celtic, showed up in an altered style on the division pages while the index pages and those you are now reading featured Maximus lettering. The cover of this, the 21st volume, was in Super Blue with Handtooled Grain, and had applied Mylar atop the graphics. End- sheets used 20 percent Super Blue with reversed page numbers “under” the sec- tion blurbs. Taylor Publishing Co. of Dallas printed the 1,200 copies of this edition in 80 pound Dull Enamel paper with Smyth binding, with each copy selling for $30. Again Michael Parker was the account representative and Flo Walton was the in- house contact, both of whom provided ex- pertise and assistance and helped us make sure the book delivered on time. Editor of 1987 Governor was Rusty Martin; head photographer was Darron Franta; and James Patrick Reilly was the adviser. ... In 1986 the Governor received the Award Of Distinguished Merit from Interscholastic League Press Conference and another first place award from the Texas High School Press Association. DED.2.W.D.A. Specific 217 Abbott. Gabriel GO) 163 Abahitr. Albaoe 02) 179 Ac vea.Crt ld 10)WI Amn. M rte UC.(12) 168 Academic Decathlon 120 Academic DtvWlon 60 Acker. Danny Frank 11)164 Acoata. Joseph III) 49.165 Adama. Dront A. (12) IT� Adam . Lost K 9)38.141 Adama. Norman R 12) 26.36.179 Adama. Robert R 11 164 Adama. Sam Mama 11) 35.165 Adama. Tom A. 12) «9.171.179 Adam . Vincent 0. 12) Adamaon.Sharoai A (12)179 Adamaoo.Sbmla A 12)179 Adkina. Kevin R. 12) 96.179 Adlong. Chrtalopber 10) 163 Admlnlatratloa 190-193 Advertising Division 194 After 3:00 14 Aguero. Michalla 10) 166 Aguilar, Andrew 01) Aguilar, Eva M. 02) 179 AgutUr. Shannon 110) 49.163 Aiken. David 144.191 AWiTa, Branda 10) 163 Akaiar. Trudy P. (9) 141 Aldrraon. Melinda (10) AWiander. Barbara Jo 111) AWiandar. Cindy M (11) Alatandar. Paul (10) Alfred. Loco Dionn 01) 144 Alfrad. SbatWyA.il 2) 24 Alfred. Vincant (10) Aflan. AMn (10) Allan. Anthony W. (9) 141 Allan. Bo (II) 166 Allan. Carl L. (9) 141 Allan. Cindy G. (9)141 ABan. Craig D. (9) 141 AOtn. Dabarard (12) Alan. Gary 191 ABan. Karan D. (9) 141 Allan. Niaba N (9)141 Allan. Noal (10) 163 Allan. Portia 10) 163 AlWn. Shawn Lynn (II) 164 Allan. Stavan (10) 163 Allan Travta (10) 164 Altnaguer. Sanjuana (9) 141 AH-ntet. FefapeOO) Alvarvi. Franciaco (10) Alvar � , Kannatb 112)96 Alvar � . Lorvna N. (9) 141 Alvar� � . Martin 1111179 AmbWr.Chandra I. (II) 164 Amrioe. Abet Jan 11) 166 Anchor Chab 106 Andeta. Patrick (12) 179 Andtnon. Chriatophar (10) 163.171 Andmon. Eric D (11)166 Anderaoo. Roaa 191 Andaraon. Lori (10) 163 Andrews. Anna Mari (II) Andrew . Kim (ID 166 Anal Anthony (10) 163 Anthony. Gabriel E. (11)165 Anthony. Shoo (10) 163 Antoin . Jo (10) Arabia. Laura Lynn 11) 168 Arabia. Marcu. J (9)141 Araujo. Angela M. (II) Araujo. RoaaanaL (9)19 Ant Darin W (12)179 Ardia, Larry L. (9) Armstrong. Bryan W. (9)141 Armstrong. Sharon 191 Arnold. David (10) 163 Arnold. Kimberly A- 02) 179 Arnold. Monxal 10) Arte 74 Ary.Chrtaty R (12) 179 Aabtll. Mahaaa (10) 163 AahWy, Carta J. Ill) 166.167 AahWy. Jana (10) 163 AahWy, Jeffery B. (9) 141 AahWy. Trina M. (12) 179 Arpdal. Christopher 110) 163 Aapdal. David A. (12) AatWy. Lynaay C. (9) 141 Ata. BiryalU. (9) 141 At . Ramona D (12)179 At . Rolanda (10) 163 Athaa. Wm. Douglas 217 Atkin . Kevin (ID II Atkinson. Jennifer R (12) Augusts. And raw H. (9) 141 AuaUa.ChriatopherW. (II) 166 Auatia, Kirk W. (9) 14.141 Auto Body 132 Auto Mechanica 132 Autographa JM Auaanne. Michael 0.(12110 Auianat. NicoW (10) 153 Avalo .GUb� rtM (11)62.166 Avant.Knahna 19)63.141 = = Babb. Tanna Marta 111) 166 Bacchus. Lyndon 1. (9) 141 Bacchus. Miriam A. (12)188 Bedc tt. Lort Danlaa 11) 166 Badgett. Michael Jo (ID 166 Bahnaen. Malia J. 19) 141 BaiWy.GWna L (111 179 Bailry, Lauri L. (9) BaaWy. Pam 141 Baker. Br nt A (12)179 Baker. David 1.112) 36.179 Bakrr. Patrina L (12) 19.21.47.179 Balder . Jeau (11)49.163 Baldndf , Lori 021179 BalLCWratx B (9) 141 Boat Merton E (12)179 Band 90 Baptist . Douglas GO) 163 Barayaa. Adrian (10) 153 Bargainer. Bavariy (T) 191 Bargainer. Ointon (10) 163 Bargain r, Mdnaa A (II) 166 Barker, J Randolph (II) Bamaba Koddrick (10) 163 Bam � . Eric (10) 163 Bam . Jaaoei (10) 163 Bamea. Phahtna M. (12124.27.47.64.66.100. 17 .179,181.186.216 Bern . Camela R (12) Bamea. Tomur (10) 153 Barnett. Darien (T) 191 Barnett, Joy U 12) 168 Barnett. NkoW M. (9) 14) Barnett. Sonia L. (12) 76.176 Baroiak. HaWn 193 Barrera. Jamaa J. (12) 13.19.96.97 Barr. Johnathan 1101163 Harter . Joaquin (10) 163 Barnett. Dana R (12) 6.17.16.64.86.179 Barrett. Roy H. (II) 166 Barriente . Lata A. (12) 179 Barrianto . Juan M t9) 141 Bamoa. Kari E. 02) 162 Barrvoa. Rebecca Ana (11) 166.179 Bama. Derek Johann (9) Barron. Jennie! 10 Barro� , Betti (T) 27.191 BartWtt.MkhaalD 11)165 Basketball. t ndoraquad 64 Baakatball. ClrW Vanity 4« Basketball. Boys Vanity 44 Bam. Stayce Lynetl (111 179 Bata . Sh rty Dyan (11 36.36.46.47.166 Bata . Zaunda L (9) 141 Balia. Stephanie M (12)179 Bauldvtn.ToddOll 163 Baombaeh. Kara (10) 163 Beal. Ronald (10) 163 Beaman. Jacquelyn L 112) 59,179 m. JudtG.(B) Ml Beaty. John E. 11) 166 Beeudvun. Jo aa tta (11) 166 Bechel, Heidi (10) 163 Back. B«thany A (9) 141 Back. Tina (10) 168 Becks. JohnS. (12) Backs. Stuart (12) 179 Bedmger. Lynn P. (12) Baehn. Meluaa 1. (9) 141 Baal, Avoir Ann (I I) 166 Belknap. Kimberly Ann (11 166 Baft. Jama P. (12) Bad. Kalty Lynn (ID 166 Be®. Patti (Tl 191 Bedorny. Charles 02) Beliram. David (T) 191 Bellram. Jennifer I. (9) 141 Benevid � . Kelly (ID 168 Beech. Kerri R (9)141 Bender. Therem A 19) 141 bene . Sandra 110) 163 Benewdt . Rafaat (10) 163 Benevid . Vivian GO) 163 Bannatt. Larry (10) 163 Bennau. Michael W. (12) 179 B«ne«tl, Paula (101163 Bepko, Rebecca (T) IC1 Bargh. John J. (11)166 Berkley. Herbert GO) 163 Berman. Rebecca A (11)161 Bam . David GO) 163 Bernal. Adels 111) 166 B m LEWa 9 14) Bernard. Cathy 179 Bemiard. Lauri B. 9) 141 Beneaford. Jarrod L (II) 166 Berry. ChariamaC. Ill) 28.165 Berry. Doug GO) 163 Beat. Melanie J (9)141 Bethancourth. Robert R 111) BetheU. Richard (T) 191 Bauhnag. Christopher (9) 164 Bevel. Gen GO) 163 Beyer. Carl N (9)163 Beyer. Derek J. (11)62.165 Bhavaar. Nikita D. (12) 179 Biddle Dam� L. (9) 141 Bienek. Christina R (9) 141 Bird. MichatW (10) 163 Budeong. Wiliam (10) 163 Bishop. Michaal A. (12) Bishop. Stephen GO) 163 Black. John P (12) Blackford. AKon GO) 163 Blackford. Dana L (9) Blackford. Daniel GO) 163 BWckahaar. Brian A (ID 166 Blagg. Andrea G. (9) 141 Blaghav . Kevin R (9) 141 Blalock. LaoaCarol(ll) 166 Bland. Joy 179 BUnkenthip. Kkhard (9) 141 Bhakay. Anthooy Carl (11) 66.166 BWtchWy. David G. (II) 62.166 BWvina. William C (9)141 Bodd� , lJoyd M (9) 141 Bosk . Jteinif rG2) 179 Bock . Larry L. 19) 141 Bogan. Wendy L (121 179 Bohn. Francs 162.163 Bond. Gregory AUan (II 166 Bond. Michell L (ID 166 Bond.RalphR (11)62.166 Bookman. Johnny (10)62.66.153 Borah. Bryan (T) 191 Boedaman. Eric GO) 163 Bocal. Fiona M. 19) 141 BoaaWy. Nadean IT) 191 Boston. Scott (11) 166 Boul.Guy RGD62.166 Bou).J ck 0.(9) 141 Bool. Robin GO) 163 Roulbon. Jeremy S (12) 179 Boufeoo.Ru a 0M 9)141 Bound� . Ronnia J. (11)66.166 Bouriaan. Rebecca GO) 163 Broker. Andre G0 163 Boutin. Roaa (T) 191 Bowen. Anthooy GO) 163 Bowen. Roger GO) 163 Bo� era, Jody (T) 191 Bracken. Kbiabeth (10) 163 Bracken. FchoeR (12)126 Bradbury. Gregory A. 112) Braden. Stephen (10) Bradford. Bryan S. (12) 161.179 Bradford. Ginger L (9) 141 Bradford. Ian C. (9)141 Bradford. MeHndaD. (12) 179 Bradaha� . Christopher (9) 141 Bradshaw. Moeiics L 19) 141 Bradaha� . Derek GO) 163 Branch, Mark H. (II) 166 Branch. RoycaR (9)96.141 Branch. Stacy T. (12) 179.161 Brandon. Mehaaa0.(11) 166 Braswell. Robby GO) 163 Bravo. Bryan GO) Breaut. Dolly R (12)179 Breaut. Kelly Sue (91141 Breland. Kathy L. (II) 166 Breahaara, Charyl (12) 179 Bridge� , Becky (9) 141 Bridge . Mavis (101 Bridge . Penny D. (9) 39.141 Bridge . ShiiWyR (9) Bnd� � ll, Karan 10) BrtdwaU. Thomas (10) 163 BhnkWy. Jam M. (12) BrinkWy.Tony (10) 163 Brinaon. Chrta (11) 166 Brisco . Jaaaica GO) 163 Briaco . Monica I- (9)141 Broad. John D. (12) 40.179 Brock. Ralph A. (11) 49.164.166 Brockington. La (10) 23.163 Brudme.Tracy D.(ID � 66 Bruggi, Frank (ID 166 Brook .GlnaU (ID 166 Brook . Harbart F. (ID 166 Brook . Rod R(ID36.166 Brooks. Tyrefl GO) 163 Broussard. Batay GO) 163 Broussard. Marvel D. (10) 163 Broussard. Victor (10) 163 Brown. Aaron C. (12) 179 Brown. Christopher (10) 163 Brown, Derek A (11)166 Brown. I-ane T) 191 Brown. Lahaa L (9) 141 Brown. Laura K. (12) 24.5). 179 Brown. Michaal GO) 163 Broem. Myron E (9) 141 Broem. Robert B (II) 141.166 Brown. Stanley R (9) Brown, Veronk LG 1)168 Brown. Yolanda L. (12) 179 Bruce. ConnWM (9)141 Brumit. IJoyd D (12) 17� Hrummett. Joel GO) 163 Brommett. Kathryn P. (12) 179 Bryant. Deborah R (II) 166 Bryant. D ric(9)14l Bryant, Eric K (9)141 Bryant. K 0iS. 9) 141 Bryant. Loula GO) 164 Bryant. Stuart B (12) 179 Bryant. Troy G.G 1)62.165 Bryaeh. Felicia S. (12) 180 Bryach. John (10) 164 Bryaeh. Sue (T) 191 Bubb. Jennifer Joy (9) 141 Budd. William C (11)166 Buie. Danny L. (11)165 Buffington. Shelly R (ID 166 Burd. JohnC. (ID Burdetl. Brant (9) 141,161 Bordett. MicheU (11) 164.162 Buenntng. Chri GO) Buenroatwo. Maneol M. (9) 141 Building T rads 130 Bullock. Tamara Lara (9) 141 BuroLCotey (1!) 166 Burdett. Michael (11) 166.176 Bucket. KrutiC. (9) 141 Burkett. Kim (10) 164 Bum . Dana K 11)166 Bumatt. Brant C. (9) Burt. David Matthew (12) ISO Burn . Derek 141 Burton. Becky L. 11) 166 Burton. Mark (10)164 Burton. Ron L (9) 141,163 Burton. Ronald GO) 164 Burton. Shannon J. (12) Bush. Michael R (9) 141 Bust sea 72 218 Index fiIS§|g|5 s£|i|Ssf iiisfJ§slfii|§§§§I§-g , � 2 2 58S| sS s S5-S=s= s£; = 5 ?2 8' 5 s 8 8. -a,.- - u, ss §«838 .2J«l?!e|||j| = || ||jj Jj| 5J 22 5 Kendrick. DeDe (12) 183 Kennedy. Amy (10) 168 Kennedy. Bradley (10) 158 Kennedy. Tammy (I)) 170 Kent. Chari (11) 52.170 KtywinflM 106 Key Chib 106 Keys . JUKI 7) 89.183 Key . Lara 10)158 Kilduff.CaaeCO) 146 Kimball. Dsera (I D 28,170 Kind. Laurel 111) 170 Kin . Brant (ID 127.170 Kin . Dub SO. 191 Kin . Mark (13) 1� Kin . Naulb (10) 168 Kin . Deadra (9) 146 Kin . Jtyeon (9) 146 KlnfMon. Kary (01 Kinney. John (II) 170 Kirkland. Bill (12) 182.1 4 Ktriby. Paul (12) 164 Kirklry. Johnny (11)62.170 Kbbeoow, Laura (12) 164 Klein. Robert (II) 161.170 Kkxh. Mealnx (10) 51.159 Kkxh. Ronnie 191 Kkxh. Ronald (9) 146 Knappenber '. Roxann (10) 159 Knapton. Stanley 412) ITS. 164 Knuppl . La 4er (12) 164 Koat. KaUen (9) 146 Koehi . Stephanie (I I) 170 Kont. Rx hard (12) Ko)ak. Emily (10) Krabell, Shawn (II) 170 Kratky. Danny (11) Kiudfer. Knaty 191 KubaU. Brant (II) 170 Kubica. Jobe (10)1 9 Kukorio. Molly (12) 164 | Laboede. Nevid (9) 146 Lacour. Marcua (9) 146 Ufa� . Katrina (9)146 Lafaao. Michaai dO) Ubair. Annette 112) 164 Uhalr.Ttaa (9)146.168 Laird. Louiaa (9) Lamarr. Ktanl 12) 60.51.164 Lambert. Stephen (9) 146 Lam. Rhone 10)49.169 Lamb. James (10) 159 Laacaater. John 191 Land. Shannon 111) 36.170 Laacaater. Becky (9) Land. Twula (9) 170 Lander . Jamea (11) 170 Lane. Darren (11) 170 Ungraf. Tom 30.31.40.41.42.191 Language 68 Lannon. 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Ome o (10) Montgomery. Sfauntaye (10) Monti) III. Ml oel 191 147 Moore. Jynaane (9) 147 222 Index IIZII I I i ni|||iiii iiiiiiiiii sane!! iiiiiiiiii 8 § is - B = I S 8 S g S 2 |S|gSl;||gg5[j3||§|i||?| = liiSBnjijliSiiiiiHillillliHiliUiiiiiifiiiiii mu Hi 8£ f p —• aa- ? P «5h8|5 i tS5 o? 5E!!;.82„z !SlllMlilS||Sls!iSil§fill!li 226 Silver is always popular at Ross S. Sterling as Kim LaMarr and Danielle Ford discuss the fashions of the school year and also reflect them. Photo by E. Rasmussen. As Mrs. Nancy Griffin lies pa- tiently on the table. Kenneth Guidry, fan Johnson and Jaime Lopez put the final touches on the plaster which was used to make masks during fifth period Art I class. Photo by G. Prescott. Epilogue The J.R.A.'s concession stand is a great place to get a snack at a basketball game. Dana McNeal and Holly Frazier are ready and waiting for the crowd as Holly catchos up on some homework. Photo by R. Neater. One of the cheerleaders from South Houston gives the girls from our side a whirl during the varsity football game held October 3. Cheerleaders from both sides met during each week's gamo to pro- mote good sportsmanship. Photo by E. Rasmussen. tr o Epilogue During the first faculty meeting of the new year January 7, Mr. Wachtel an- nounced that Mrs. Cherry was retiring at the end of the year. Then, a month later, Mrs. Suzi Powers announced her retire- ment. “I came to Sterling with the fix- tures,” she joked. ‘‘We’re probably both ‘worn out’ by now but I hope we have both served Sterling well,” she continued, reminiscing about her 20 years here. However, just as some were ending their Erofessional careers, others were eeinning to rise in their’s. Teddy Ran- dolph, a senior, set his sights for a promis- ing career in boxing. His victory at the Pasadena Convention Center February 7, where he captured the Golden Gloves Championship for the third time, brought his career record to an impressive 52-4. Just as Teddy’s career was taking him down the Rocky road to success, his con- tributions, like those of Mrs. Cherry and Mrs. Powers, allowed more pieces to be set into the mosaic that depicted ... a classic setting. Teddy Randolph, a senior, won the Golden Gloves Championship for Ihe third lime. This 125 pounder has set his goals and sights on a successful boxing career and is reaching it with a 52-4 career record so far. Photo by A. Person. veiling 227 Alan Linder blows up a balloon with all the hot air he can muster while others that are members of the Christian Student Union color posters. Photo by J. Wolff. i ngeliu Singleton. Karlin Thom- son and Jennifer Copeland soy yes to Channel U's Steve Smith's advice to Say No to drugs. Mr. Smith was at San Jacinto Mall as part of K.H.O.U. T.V.'s Stop the Madness program. Photo by R. Martin. “When you hear songs today, you don’t realize that when you hear them 10 years from now, they’ll recapture a lot of memories,” emphasized Hollywood Henderson, K.K. B.Q. disc jockey. Memories that will certainly be recalled included the Bon Jovi and Beastie Boys tours as they came through Houston as well as the music of Janet Jackson, Van Halen and Journey. Music also appeared in movies like Top Gun, whose sound track went to 1 on the charts. Other movies that left their mark were as diverse as Crocodile Dundee and Platoon. On television, The Cosby Show was still at the top, while Kirk Cameron, teenage star of Growing Pains emerged as one of the most popular personalities on T.V. David ana Maddie’s Moonlighting on Tuesday nights continued to be watched while, Amerika was the controversial mini-series that portrayed a Soviet- dominated U.S.A. These forms of entertainment were what we selected. It was as simple as turning the dial, flipping the channel or picking what movie to check out. It was a time to see and hear and be influenced by events that composed ... a classic setting. 228 Epilogue '7 + IWW� M h At the Valentino's Dance. Wayne Millor and Linda Sager hold on to the moment and oach othor as they dance to a slow ballad during the annual event held February 13. Photo byD. Franta. A. a poster party held at Susan Stewart's house during Lee Week. Chris Bradshaw and Mindy Melton end up with as much paint on them as the posters they painted. Photo by R. Nestcr. The Bon |ovi Tour that came through Houston in February was a definito hit. Cathy Rios tries to describe to a friend how )on Bon lovi skimmed above the crowd in a sling-shot-like device that left his fans reaching for a star. Photo by D. Fronto. The! i freshman assistant principal. Mrs. Janie Christian, spends her day shuffling papers, pushing but- tons and talking on the phono. She's caught in the act showing her school spirit in her overalls during Lee Week. Photo by R. N'ester. Epilogue 229 N lr. Ronnie Kluch's government class suffers from a brain overload as they play a game of trivia during second period. Students include Randall Bliss. Pamela Barnes and others. Photo by D. Franta. Jxs he performs a ‘‘burn-out . Bobby Metzger also shows his ap- preciation for his parents for buy- ing him these tires. His parents never could figure out why he went through a set of tires every three months. My mother thinks the rear-end is out of alignment! Bobby said. Photo by . Shivers. m Paul Thorn watches carefully as Donahue Mangot makes his move during a game of chess. The two frequently started a gamo before school. Photo by D. Franta. 230 Epilogue News was something that happened 365 davs a year, and even though events out- side of school sometimes were oblivious to us, they did influence our world. Perhaps no event more influenced the local scene than the closing of the U.S.X. steel mill. Hundreds of jobs were lost in the wake of a prolonged strike that especially made for hard economic times. President Reagan also faced difficult times after the Iran-Contra arms deal sur- faced in a scandal that just seemed to keep growing. Other events included the revamping of N.A.S.A. in the wake of the Challenger tragedy and the defeat of Governor Mark White by the man he had defeated four years earlier, Bill Clements. Closer to home, news of a new bridge to replace the aging Baytown Tunnel made the headlines, so whether it was in town, in Austin, in Washington, D.C., or overseas, we attempted to preserve our way and do our part, so that we, too. could count on our contributions to become a part of... a classic setting. To lot him know that they really approciato hi accomplishments, female faculty members publicly thank Mr. Frank Hutchins about a very private matter. Due to his ef- forts. he was able to acquire roll tissue paper for the restrooms to replace those itty-bitty sheets of paper. Photo byS. Cogburn. The sound of Don't Cry For Me Argentina is heard at several foot- ball games as Derrick Hurst, on tho trombone, and Ernie Corder. on the trumpet, step up front to show their stuff while Lisa Walker, drum ma- jor. directs other members of the band. Photo by D. Franto. Epilogue 231 Penne Landsford and Timberly Lewis seem to be lost in a sea of Valen- tine balloons as the holiday greetings dominate the scene Fri- day, February 13. Sold as a fund-raiser for the job orientation program for $2 each, the heli- um-filled, streamer- laden objects provided a tangible, friendly hello and a good buy in one heck of a classic setting. Photo by D. Franta. 232