Smyrna High School - Gold Dust Yearbook (Smyrna, TN)

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Bulldog Spirit. As sophomores establish their class hu ilso become an integral part in the development of that lflf Their first pep rally is a learning experience as they are to new cheers and the bulldog ways. These sophomores nad reactions as they feel the enthusiasm of their first S.H,S. Hours 0fPreparation. Building a float for the Homecoming parade is a new experience for many of the sophomores. They learn the proper use of many tools such as sa ws, hammers, and drills. Rob Gwynne, Dwight Hudson, Mack Short, and jeff Edwards are enjoying their tasks as they construct the Hame for the sophomore float. New Academic Challenges. Sophomores find themselves rapidly thrown into new and challenging academic situations the moment they begin high school. Many of them are faced with daily homework assignments and classes for which they have to prepare. Daniel Plains stack of books and his deep thinking are evidence ofthe challenging atmosphere in which he finds himself SETTING GOALS Plans For A Better Future A sophomore has more electives to choose Hom than ever before. Biology offers students the chance to learn about various forms of life, both plants and ani- mals. Many sophomores take typing in order to prepare for future college assign - ments. Math is also important to a sopho- more - geometry involves the study of angles, planes, and such odd shaped ob- jects as trapezoids, octagons, and elipses. Sophomores who are interested in be- coming fluent in another language may take a Spanish, French, or Latin course. The driver's education class is taught to instruct students in the rules of the road and give them some experience in driving under various conditions. Many students set high goals for them - selves to maintain certain standards of achievement. Many hope that they will be invited to an elite club during their junior year. Some of these clubs include Beta Club, Mu Alpha Theta, the math honor society, Beta Epsilon, the English honor societyg and the National Honor Society Another area available for sophomore participation involves S.HS. 's athletic programs. Some of these sports include basketball, football, sokball, baseball, cross-country, tennis, and golf Clubs and organiaations which actively support our teams are our cheerleaders, band, pep club, S club, and the Fellowship of Chris- tian Athletes. Sophomores became very involved in Homecoming activities this year. They enjoyed the building of their first float. Other new experiences include the sopho- more candy sale and the schoolwide mag- azine drive. Becoming a sophomore is a major step forward in becoming a responsible, ma- ture adult. The decisions one must make can affect one's future. The activities the sophomores participate in now will be- come their cherished memories tomor- row. Q Sophomorff

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ot Pictured Tina Bartlett Sonia Bates jackie Griggs Kim Holloway Roberta Lamta johnny Mayes Cheryl Morin james Ramsey Wendy Sikes Terry Taylor Richard Tucker Travis Wann Mark Wright ,Wx .ff Petti Witherow Ginny Wooten Roy Worthem Mike Wray Kim -J mi ,aw Tarita Wright james Yates Michelle Young Penny Young Zabreta Where Would You Go If You Could? If you could take an all expense paid trip any- where in the world, where would it be? The sopho- mores were haced with this question when the Gold Dust Staff conducted a survey. The top choices were as follows: Bahamas Hawaii France Switzerland japan Sophomores Get in the Act. One ofthe Hrst activities in which the sophomores can participate is Homecoming. As all Smyrna students, the sophomores worked many days building their sophomore float. Their moment ofglory occurred when they proudly displayed their float during the Homecoming parade. Time for New Friendships. One of the exciting parts of being a sophomore is making new friends. These Hiendshrps are developed any time students have a moment to talk. The time spent at the lockers is an especially good opportunity to talk to new Hiends. Pictured is Terry Williamson who is taking a few moments to talk to other students. Sophomore-s

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XP HIGFI ' lg U 4 I X 0 T' WP 6. Et, M60 y K O 1 x W off' N.I.Iifsb1u.iZ: ' ' i Bum- s irtttiii 1 f' x KY U7 NJ? 'iii '2 5 KD The student life section focuses on the hiendships, activities of students, and the memorable moments of our school year. In the future, we will look back at this section and remember the music, fashions, fun times, school spirit, classes, and emotions that made the 1983-84 year a special one. The senior superlatives and the magic of Homecoming week are also featured in this section. Roof Collapses, In October of the 1983-84 school year, our school was flooded by water which poured through the non-repaired part ofthe roof during the Hrst big rain. - photo by jim Davis. The Entire Senior Class. The graduating class of 1984 poses for their last group shot. if swat-nf Life 3