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

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Riding through the parade route is pa- rade marshal Jim McKay. He was the sports commentator for ABC Sports. The 67 degrees at the end of the parade indicates what a beautiful day it was. Munching on an apple while waiting for Delighting many children are the the Autumn Glory Parade is one young- clowns Raggedy Ann and Andy. Clowns ster. Many food booths were set up to have been a tradition for the Autumn cater to the many people who came to’ Glory Parade since it began 21 years the parade. ago. Smiling and showing she’s proud to be a candidate for farm queen is Junior Fran- cis Bachtel. Francis lived on a farm all of her life. Autumn Glory 9

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Waving to thousands of fans were Seniors Marci Stemple, Serena Rowe, and Michelle Rhodes. Marcy was a member of the Acorn News: paper Staff. ae ek IK ¥ 52 RADE MARSHAL IM M KAY ABC SPORTS Warm weather was certainly one of the key factors that McKay Parade made Saturday, October 15, such a great day. Marshall At one of the many activities, Marci Stemple was crowned Autumn Glory Queen. ‘I was nervous and excited, but after Serena (Rowe), Michelle (Rhodes) and | started talking, things turned out to be fun and | didn’t have to worry about any- thing.” Ocktoberfest was a German style party that offered Ger- man food and dance. “The food was excellent,”’ said former student Fred Callis. ‘‘l thought the knockwurest and hot German Potato salad was excellent; | would definitly go back again.” The parade marshall was ABC Sports Commentator Mr. Jim McKay. After an exhausting day of funfilled activities, Angela Car- ney said, ‘‘After the parade, I had to go back to the school and practice for the Tournament of Bands Competition”. Some had to go to that dreaded place called work. Others, though, enjoyed their after parade activities with their friends and family. Junior Joell Simmons said, ‘‘] enjoyed my after parade activities with my fam- ily. We all went to the Tourna- ment of Bands Competition.” 8 Autumn Glory

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After being announced queen, Lisa Schmidt and her escort Shawn Nes: [ig selrodt are happy about the news. ff 4 Flower girl April Bernard, crown iim bearer Regis Marucci and members rh ; of the senior court David Burdock, Robin Johnson, and Brent Sanders look on. . Schmidt Homecoming Queen After defeating Football Homecoming began with a spirit week sponsored by the cheerleaders. The spirit days consisted of: Stomp the Mt. Tucker County Mt. Lions Day, Camoflouge Day, Crazy Hair Day, Injured Day, and - Red and White Day. Lions On October 21, the varsity football team set out to defeat the Tucker County Mt. Lions. The rainy weather didn’t stop enthusiastic Southern Fans from coming out to cheer the team on. “The game vs. Tucker County was great. | loved playing in the mud but my mom yelled at me for having such a muddy uniform,’ said varsity football player John Stem. The Rams went on to win the game 28-0 making their record 7-0. The Homecoming dance was held October 22 in the cafete- ria. Entertainment was provided by DJ Barry McKay from Q94. The theme song was Believe In Love by Scorpians. The cafeteria was decorated with metallic black and silver, with a touch of red. Streamers were hung from the ceiling and ballons floated around the room to creat an atmosphere that would be unforgettable. ‘| was amazed by the large turn out, since not many people go to dances,” said Angie Tea- garden. At 10 pm the court was intro- duced. Senior Lisa Schmidt said, ‘I felt the decorations were more elaborate this year and | was surprised to be named queen.”’ 10 Football Homecoming