Round Rock High School - Dragon Yearbook (Round Rock, TX)

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Participating in Homecoming spirit week, members of Coach David Diehl's seventh period government class wear their hats as they work on their research papers in the library. Varsity volleyball players Tracey Williams, Serita Childs, Karen Cannady, Olivia Zamarripa, Sarah Womble and Liz Clifford fire up with a spirit circle before the game. 3- I 5' st ' 'R 'i xy ,U W ' ' f , it it 'N . l -M e753 L .Ns K 4 s. L Spirit and attendance at the pep rallies were both encouraged a higher participation in the class yells Dragonettes, drama members, the boys and girls up this year as more students came to support the and spirit chants. Each pep rally carried out a gymnastics teams and the band's twirler Kristie Dragon team. The excitement of a possible win theme and included special features involving the Kriegel. Making a Difference 7

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t , 7 f fl L... Hugh Lewis, a popular Austin sportscaster, awards the Dragons a rom 8:55 to 3:55 students attended classes, but those ex- tra hours of dedication and work beyond that are what made the difference in school pride. Dragon unity and spirit was born from Round Rock High School's extra-curricular activities. Because of the new state legislation that limited these hours of extra work, practice time was cut short, and Lif 0 large trophy in recognition of their efforts in their win against Copperas several performances and competitions were rescheduled. Many students feared that spirit would crumble. Not only was band's practice time cut short, but we had to really keep our grades up,', said Kelly Drifmeyer, senior band member. I really had to do a lot more individual practice this year than in the past. co 1 n x I I V Cove which put an end to a 28-game losing streak. Spirit did not crumble, in- stead, the Rock hardened. Everyone used their allotted time to the utmost. Deter- mination rose. Students banded together. Power in- creased. Activities were done with Dragon flair. Our time was shortened but no one could touch our loyalty, strength and con- fidence. We still made a difference!