Southern Garrett County High School - Highlander Yearbook (Oakland, MD)

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The couple looks frustrated as sen- ior Eric Eiswert tries to explain why the marriage is a good deal. The cou- ple did finally get married. Senior Tabitha Sliger looks con- fused as John McCartney (12) tries Seniors Michelle Deckman and to explain his actions. Tabitha Andy Pope finalize their marriage by played the part of the maid and a kiss. Michelle played the part of a John's role was portrayingapreach- smart and witty secretary to the er. president. Neils Neha RIO EI A CM, e 1 i : : | tee Front row: Lori McCain, Tabitha Michelle Deckman, Eric Eiswert, Presidential advisor Eric Eiswert Sliger, Dawn Warnick, John Greta Younkin, Todd Welch, Chris (12) gives a disgusted look of Why McCartney Back row: Alden Per- Helbig, Paul Wampler me?as his fellow play characters try ando, Andy Pope, Mr. Barry Shaffer, his patience. This is Eric’s first school play. 12-Senior Class Play

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Tired of Sitting standing Excitement was high in the air. Bands were tensely prac- ticing. Floats were being given last minute highlights, and young and old alike were flocking to downtown Oakland. Why? They were all there for the twentieth annual Autumn Glory Festival. On Saturday, the day of the parade, people started coming to the festivities at 7:00 a.m. to get a seat. The people that did not arrive early enough to acquire seats or other places to sit were forced to stand. Most of the teenagers roamed around from street to street. ‘Former as well as present day students of S.H.S. were not interested in the parade, but more inquisitive of the activities of their pals,’’ said Susan Ward (11). The parade marshall was Miss Maryland Tammy Walker. Some other people sharing the spotlight with Miss Walker were Senator Barbara Mikulski, a live singing group called Youth Quest, and of course the clowns. Patrick Damon (11) commented, ‘‘The funniest part of the parade for me was the cheapskates walking up and down the streets selling items out of grocery carts.’ After the parade ended, many went to the Western Mary- land Tournament of the Bands. It lasted for four hours. Mr. Douglas Buckley replied, ‘‘I liked the band competition a lot, but | also got tired of sitting so long. If only there were a way to watch and not have to sit or stand to the point of getting tired.” As the band competition ended, so did many of the other activities. Tara Wildesen (10) shared her memories, “‘I really thought that it was a great Autumn Glory this year, because they had a lot of entertainment and good food. | also had fun being on the Journalism float in the Firemen’s Parade.”’ THE SINGING GROUP Youth-Quest entertain the crowd before the grand feature parade. This group traveled to Oakland from Lynchburg, Virgin- ia, where they attend Liberty Univer- sity. Autumn Glory 11

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Practice worthwhile Not as easy as it seems After many hours of practice and hard work, the senior class presented the play, The Second Lady, early in March. Senior Eric Eiswert stated, ‘‘The class play was a lot of hard work and required a lot of dedication, but in the end, everything worked out. | made a lot of new friends and I'll never forget all the great times the cast had. Suck ‘em up!”’ Michelle Deckman (12) led the cast with her quick thinking and great leadership abilities. ‘‘My character in the play was kind of like me. It was a lot of work, but it was a lot of fun. | wouldn't change it for the world.” Eric Eiswert (12) played a charasmatic, egotistical presi- dential advisor that led the president into many conflicts. The role of the presidential candidate was portrayed by Andy Pope (12). The presidential candidate was very back- ward and was persuaded easily into many faltering situa- tions. Andy said, ‘Il enjoyed playing the part of Maxwell Wright very much. It was an experience that | wouldn't trade for anything.”’ Dawn Warnick (12) presented a hilarious performance that was mixed between her sceaming at the president's family and watching woody-wood pecker while stuffing her face with Kentucky Fried Chicken. Dawn said, ‘I liked my charac- ter because it was fun to play. It was enjoyable and drew a lot of laughs.” There were many fine characters that helped make this a successful play. Senior Tabitha Sliger said, ‘Practices got to be a little tiring, but over all they were fun. We put on the play well, and the audience seemed to enjoy the play.” Senior Class Play 13