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

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16 Representatives lead as spirit expressed Vk T hether the cheer- vv leaders were leading Two Bits. or students were dress- ing the appropriate way on special dress- up days, or different clubs were buying athletes presents on game days, faculty and students demon- strated their overall school spirit in a va- riety of ways. Mrs. Janie Chris- tian. Junior assistant principal, comment- ed. I wear ‘Ranger clothing when appro- priate — such as on Fridays — and I try to always exhibit school spirit by encouraging students to get in- volved in an activity, club or organization to get the most out of high school. Students showed their pride in more ways than one. Le- Anne Haddox. a se- nior and mum chair- person of the Key- wanettes. stated, We showed our spirit by posters for the com- mons and mums for Homecoming. We make signs for the football players' yards and give them goodies every Friday. Not only that, but we also give to the volleyball and water polo teams!” Kelley Mitchell, sports and concessions chairperson of J.R.A.’s. added. We show our spirit be- cause we love the Rangers! LeAnne, who made a rather unique sign for her assigned foot- ball player. Ken Hath- away. said. Students as well as parents and other Baytonians see the signs and get a glimpse of what Rang- er pride is all about — hours of dedication! Mrs. Christian con- cluded. School spirit is such a positive characteristic that benefits the entire student body and fac- ulty. It’s a way of showing you feel good about yourself and your school. With Homecoming right around the corner. Kcywanette members work hard on completing thrlr mums. As Mrs. Sally Black, co- sponsor. talks on the telephone while she works, LeAnne Haddox and Hollye Salazar do their part to make the fund-raiser a suc- cess. Hollye commented. At one point, things got so hectic that 1 •hot-glued' a Teddy bear to my finger! Photo by R. Neater. Spirit

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As she turns Sherry crowned Queen pMghteenth birth- days are special for everyone, but for Sherry Larson it was especially so when she was crowned Homecoming Queen on that big day. In ad- dition to this, the Rangers won their game 17-0 against the West Brook Bruins. Sherry explained. “It was most definite- ly the best moment ever in my life. I couldn’t have asked for a better birthday present than becom- ing queen.” In addition to Sher- ry being crowned, there were other ac- tivities that marked the special occasion. The Stars released hundreds of blue bal- loons in honor of the Homecoming Court members. Then. 59 former Stars from 1967-1984 performed a routine to ’’The Horse.” Jennie Kadjar. a junior and also a Star, remarked. “The former Stars’ performance added a special touch to half- time and kept it from being so boring.” The next night at the Homecoming Dance. Jamie Hum- phrey. a Junior, said. “The most exciting part of the evening was entering the school and seeing all of the mums and the fancy clothes.” Angie Sjolander added. The best part for me was going to the party at Shawnee Hobbs’ house after the dance. Summing up the weekend. Aaron Wooster, a junior, said. I’ll remember the laughing and sharing that went on. Scott Hightower, a senior, concluded. My date and I went to the beach after the dance and that is what I’ll remember most. The Queen. Sherry Larson, stands with her father. Mr. Ro- land Larson Sherry explained that October 22 was her birthday so becoming the Queen was es- pecially memorable for her. Pho- to by R. Neater. Homecoming IS

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At an afternoon pep rally, the Junior class displays Its spirit and yells along with the cheerleaders In hopes of winning the spirit stick. The winners, chosen bv a panel of judges composed of (ac- uity members, were Judged on the basis of how well they showed their spirit by participating with the cheerleaders and showing reverence during the alma mater. Photo by R. Nester. At the pep rally for the Beau- mont Central game. Mr. Ed Wachtel. principal, speaks emo- tionally to the varsity football players. He stated. I was preach- ing at them, but It paid off be- cause wc played as a team and won! Photo by R. Nester. Preparing the spirit run-through K stcr for the Texas City game Is rs. Cheryl Evans, art teacher. Since she assisted with the catchy artwork that appeared on the posters used at the beginning and at the half-times of the games throughout the season. Mrs. Ev- ans said. With the new U.I.L. redlstrlctlng. all of our oppo- nents' mascots seem to be either bugs or cats! Finally, wc bagged the last cat slogan with the Texas City Jaguars game. She con- cluded. I hope everyone enjoyed the signs. Photo by J.Hewitt. As part of a spirit booster. Pat- rick Guidry. Ken Hathaway. Ellis Hubbard and Chad Relsncr rap during the announcements. They didn't let me rap with them as I sometimes do. said Mr. Ed Wachtel. principal, so I ded- icate this to them! Then right off the top of his head, he created: Fellas, your rap was really neat. Hut with you I can compete. Next time you want to give a try. Just come by and you'll probably cry. Photo by R. Nester. One favorite pastime during football season Is having poster parties. Juniors Lewanda Gilbert. Marla Hudspeth. Arln Garcia. Kelly Sudbcrry and Robbye Speights display the effort they made for the Beaumont Central pep rally. These students, along with others, gathered at (and on top of) Joann Hewitt's house Oc- tober 6 In an effort to help win the spirit stick. Joann said. I really enjoyed having the poster party at my house. Everyone seemed to enjoy It and everything went real well. Photo by J. Hewitt. Spirit 17