ROWVA High School - Rovan Yearbook (Oneida, IL)

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The memory I would like to save would be when the Jazz Band played for the Victoria Talent Show. Everybody relaxed, “messed around” — had a general all-around great time, and we still played the best we ever had. Each year I think our Jazz Band gets better and this year, probably since I was a senior, it really meant a lot to me. I thought we were very close as a group. Over all, I think I would always like to remember that night at Victoria and I think everyone who was there will also remember it as a really fun time. — Shelley Snyder, senior The one special event of the school year that I would like to save was the colorguard performance during halftime of the Galva vs. ROVA basketball game. It really feels great to be out in front of all those people and know that you are doing a great job. It was also nice to receive a standing ovation from the Galva side before getting one from our side. — Michelle Cottingham, freshman I will always remember the community service that the student council performed this year. When they painted and drew a mural on the side of the Lawson Electric building in Oneida. It really shows they care about the welfare of the community. Also, I will remember the four senior cookie monsters (namely Marty, Carolyn, John, and Joyce) who were in my Accounting II class. — Mrs. Cain 4 Openmg Section

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I’d save the memory of our spring musical. When you work so long and hard on a project, you can’t help but to grow closer to the cast and crew. Both share the panic and frustration of the ominous opening night and incredible exhileration when the final curtain falls. By working with those people, I’ve gained new friendships and strengthened the old ones. — Bryan Holmes, freshman will always remember the second time the basketball team played Galva. We not only beat them, but also broke their perfect record. That game had to be the best of the season because everyone was “up” for the game. We went out to win, and we did. — Jeff Todd, senior don't Kovcil-donlujontlt- The memory I would like to save would be the night of Prom. It was so much fun! The hypnotist and her volunteers were so funny and the band was great!! — Sharon Malcolm, junior I would save the memory of the 4th hour writing class and our in-depth conversations because I got the chance to get to know my fellow seniors. These times gave me a chance to make new friends and memories that I can save forever. I think it’s a good way to end my high school years being close to the people who have shared a lot of my life. — Traci Marquith, senior Opening Section 3

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I believe seeing over 30 past Kings and Queens on stage during the Homecoming Coronation ceremony would have to be the best moment of this year. We should all thank Tonya Lau-bach for her diligence and hard work in trying to contact all the past Kings and Queens in the first place. — Mrs. Harland My fifth hour as an office page was the most memorable for me this year. I had so much fun spending time with Mrs. Snyder, Mr. Sappington, and all the other teachers that came in and out during the hour. I really enjoyed all those times and really missed Sandy when she went away. — Rachel Ryamond, senior If You Could Save Time In A Bottle What Moment Would You Save? I would have to say the senior breakfasts at McDonalds, everyone seemed to have gotton so close this year, that the breakfasts just seemed to be a booster for everyone to become even closer to each other. We seemed to be just like one big happy family. — Sue Green, senior My 4th hour Accounting I class stays in my mind as something to remember! Although homework was a constant regularity, the class was really fun. I think I will remember most of all the people and the “rowdy times that we had in there. — Doug Carlson, junior Some of the most memorable moments of this year for me, I shared with my friends and teammates on the varsity volleyball team. These of which I am writing were most commonly entitled “pancake parties. ” For those on the team, it meant an hour or two at someone's house before a game. We frequently went to my home for the most part due to its locality. Upon arriving “home , we would immediately began “pigging out on anything from Smurfberry Crunch topped with blueberries to pancakes and Pepsi. During these sessions we attempted taking our turns at fixing the food. I will be as bold to say that these parties probably helped us to function better as a team. This concept was extremely visible against Alwood and other conference rivals. We had learned to ignore our fears, anxieties, and to relax and have fun. And isn’t that what high school is all about? I’m sure I speak for myself as well as many of the others, these memories will always be kept fondly within our hearts. — Tonya Laubach, junior Opening Section 5