Southwood High School - Roundup Yearbook (Shreveport, LA)

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A ring represents feelings felt between sophomore Stephanie Eddings and senior Jeff Dittman. An original drape-the-shoulder corsage, customized by Shannon Cunningham ' s mother, charms Becky Gaspard.

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ClMtid Cowboys Preserve While changes improved South wood’s image, equally as much remained unswayed. The cus¬ tomary honoring of the Alma Mater at games and pep rallies endured. “It wouldn’t be a pep rally without the Alma Mater,” remarked Brandi Wynn. As a sign of young love and devotion, girls wore boyfriends’ rings. Hair styles and cloth¬ ing fads returned loud and colorful, yet as stylish as ever. The ritual of Homecoming and Senior Prom did not alter. ”1 figured I worked about two weeks to get enough money to party for one night, said Brandon McComic, shaking his head. Traditions of excellence, loyalty, and dedication are a cinch at Southwood. Traditional pre-game ceremonies begin with Darlene Davidson’s and Stacy Elkins ' leading the Chapparrelles. Each school year brings Alvin Griffin to Southwood to snap class photos for students Disney ' s Mickey Mouse, a fad for gen¬ ii kt Trail Coats. erations, adorns Kathy Bryant ' s favorite shirt.

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We’ve Got Spirit . . . U@w V@[lo1 ) Students helped bolster morale as sounds of spirit echoed throughout the corridors. For the first pep rally, cheerleaders led a courtyard full of classmates in chants that filled the campus. Yell leaders enhanced crowd participation, spurring on the Cowboys. The louder we get, the better it is,” remarked Mark Pickett. Spirit towels, Guess t-shirts, and ’88 Homecoming fans served as additional indications of loyalty toward the school. When people think of Southwood, they automatically think of spirit,” said Alison Os¬ wald. Students proved once again that spirit is cinched at Southwood. Pep rallies offer all students the chance to participate, whether in | the Alma Mater or in cheers.