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

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Process continues on when year begins Once again the hustle and bustle of famil- iar sounds filled the halls when, on Septem- ber 6, 1988, the school year began. Just as with anything new, it took some getting used to when certain things hap- pened that let everyone know that, yes, the 1989 school year had begun. Certain events stood out during those first few weeks. During the first football game, the Rangers scored a 28-0 victory over Brazos- wood, and on October 4, Open House was held from 6-9 p.m. About this annual event, Elsa Bernal, a junior, com- mented. “I brought my parents so they could see my work and meet my teachers. Besides, she added, ‘‘I also got extra credit in Spanish! Parking permits were something else that stu- dents were concerned with. Warnings were is- sued to those who drove vehicles without the re- quired stickers, and on September 26, those cars began disappearing from the parking lots. Tina DcRamus, a se- nior, exclaimed. My car was towed away! 1 was so scared because I was. like ‘Where's my car?’. Before things got too settled, an interruption in the form of Hurricane Gilbert threatened the Texas coast and stu- dents got an unexpected holiday from school September 15-16. Le- wanda Gilbert, a junior, said, “We'd only been in school for less than two weeks, but it was still nice to get a break from the work and have fun. Elizabeth Morgan added, “I thought it was great! I didn't have enough time to get all of my school shopping done so this gave me a perfect opportunity. Finally that familiar feeling appeared as the first six weeks grading period approached. The first 30 school days were over. Jason Faulk, a se- nior,said. “I know this is my last year and I like being a senior. Every- thing started out real well and I'm sure eve- rything will end well.” Am • result of not having a park Ing sticker, some cars are towed off campus. Mrs. Sandy Huff, se- curity guard, assists Mr Dickey Dunman of Dickey's Towing Ser- vice In taking Shelly Tinsley s car out of the school parking lot Shelly stated. I was so embar- rassed! Photo by J. Hewitt. Getting Started 11

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UAX1 One of the most exciting moments In Stars Is when second-year Stars receive the traditional Jackets. As Renee Daubcn. a Junior, admires her recent acquisition. Pam Durant, a senior and lieutenant colonel, prcsentes Sonia Leal, a Junior, her Jacket. Sonia explained. I was ex- cited to get my Jacket after a year of hard work- I think I deserve It. Photo by R. Nester. During Open House held October 4. Principal Ed Wachtel speaks to Mr and Mrs. Edward Guver and their sons. James, a sophomore, and Paul Mr. Wachtcl stated. Open House went really well My greatest disappointment Is. of course, that we don't get more par- ents to come out and take part In their child’s education. Photo by R. Nester. Cheerleaders True Nguven. Angel Rains and LaShawn Williams show off their new uniforms I like them because they are different We got the Idea from watching college squads. said Angel, a senior. The cheerleaders performed at football and basketball games and sold spir- it Items such as pom-poms and but- tons. Photo by R. Nester. Mrs. Dixie King, library aid. helps Julio Cruz, a freshman, with The Freshman Orientation Game. Ju- lio. In Mrs. Evelyn Yarborough's fourth period English class, was given a slip of paper with a book number on It The object of the game was lo find the corresponding book within 30 seconds or lose points. This activity helped the freshmen get to know their library. Photo by J. Hewitt. 10 Getting Started

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An expanded sees four lunches 'C'ourth period lunch took on an entirely new flavor when, for the first time ever, students could not leave campus for lunch. Therefore, eat- ing patterns were al- tered and fourth peri- od was expanded to include four lunch pe- riods. It was rumored for years that the campus was going to close, but it was not until this year that it actually happened. After a few complaints and gener- al grumbling, stu- dents adapted to the situation and new patterns emerged. One of the biggest and most colorful pat- terns was the use of children’s lunch box- es for those who chose to bring lunches from home. Lisa Schaffer. Junior, stated. ”1 carry a lunch box because I think the cafeteria has gross food!” Jodie Tomlinson, also a jun- ior. said. “I think it’s cute to carry a lunch box. Besides, it’s bet- ter than carrying a brown paper bag! There are even a lot of guys who carry them, too!” Laura Myers,a senior, commented about the situation in general, “You can’t change it. so you might as well start getting used to it now because it’s here to Steve York, Heath Romero and Ron Albert take advantage of the picnic table» that were placed outside the cafeteria on the patio. stay.” To accommodate the approximately 600 students each 30 minute lunch period, the snack, taco and salad bars were ex- panded to offer a wider variety of food. In addition, picnic ta- bles were added to the patio area so students had an alternative to eating inside. When a fourth lunch period was add- ed. advisory period was created that was used for a number of different things. Some students even took ad- vantage of the time to go to math tutoring. Expressing his feeling about this. Jason Faulk, a senior, re- plied. “I think it’s great. It gives us time to do some of our homework and even study for a test that you might have during fifth or sixth period. Like a last-minute cram!” Once students got used to the schedule, attitudes became pos- itive. Jodie added. “Lunch isn’t as bad as everyone thought it was going to be with closed campus.” She summed it up with perhaps the best argu- ment possible. ’’Everyone is safe from car accidents, and besides, there are a lot less tardies!” The table» helped thln-out the crowded situation In the cafeteria due to closed campus. Photo by J. Hewitt. 12 At Lunch