Spartanburg High School - Spartana Yearbook (Spartanburg, SC)

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— College Might reps brought stacks of booklets along, but sometimes it wasn't enough. Jim Ford gives his address to Furman for more information. Parents play an important role in making college decisions, especially since they get to pay the costs. Angela East and her parents get information. ♦ Anne Artouckle Anne Artouckle ♦ Guidance counselors were available College Might to assist both students and parents. Mr. Jim Mancke assists Mandy Hayes towards yet another college booth. college search 19

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Deciding uiliafrlb' dir Next geav Susan Allen Those dreaded decisions finally became a reality for the Class of '87. Keeping the counselors busy, seniors were constantly checking their courses passed sheets, picking up SAT and college applications, and finding out information regarding grants and scholarships. Trying to find the perfect college to suit each student's individual needs wasn't easy, said counselor John Wolfe. We helped seniors explore possible college and career choices, processed applications, and wrote recommenda- tions. We also helped students search for potential scholarships. In the fall, most seniors hadn't made final decisions about where they wanted to go, but medium to large colleges were the most popular considerations. Michelle Groover said, There are a lot more opportunities to meet people and get involved at a large institution.'' for Greg Davis, size didn't matter. He just wanted a school with a strong department in his chosen major. Several things attracted students to colleges. The parties, sports, and getting away from parents were all major objectives. Karlo Byers looked forward to bettering his education, being on his own, and having some fun. for Wendy Elliott, college offered more than just a fun social life. It also provides a good future.'' Scholarships were other incentives which drew seniors to particular colleges. Brian Rogers hoped to get an academic scholarship to one of the colleges of his choice, filling out those applications was tough. 1 sure hope it was well worth the effort! he said. Varsity athletes like Doug Eubanks hoped their successes in sports would earn them scholarship opportu-i nities. The biggest head-1 aches after applications were from the SAT's. They v ruined a perfectly good Saturday, said Greg Em-merth. I've been taking it since the 7th grade, and it never gets any easier ' said Gina Rossi. A majority of students aimed at making their col- lege choice during the first semester so they could i spend the end of the year concentrating on enjoying the last weeks of their high school career. The fun of applying to schools is receiving mail. Harrison Martin fills out an address card get pamphlets and catalogs sent to her from Guilford College. A picture is worth a thousand words.'' Photographs brought by representatives to College Might helped students get a perspective of various schools. t Anne ArbucKle First hand knowledge about a college can be especially helpful to interested applicants. This student gets information on college housing for next year. t 18 college search

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Anne Arburkle Smurfettes Jami Reaves and Erika Augthun talk to Gargamel (Dino Copses) as part of SAC's skit to announce the theme for homecoming '86. “Singing their hearts out, the Chorus leads the student body in singing the Alma Mater. They also performed Show Me Thy Way and “honor and Glory. Other musical entertainment was provided by the Viking Band. Anne Arburkle Daffy Duck (alias James Bearden) and Speedy Gonzales (Marvin Peeler) have a surprise for the Northwestern team when they visit for Homecoming. They revealed their secret as SAC announced the Homecoming theme. » Guest speaker Lt. Gen. John E. Wall tells of the activities of SDI (Stategic Defense Initiative) which he prefers be called the “star peace program. w Anne Arburkle Anne Arburkle 20 pride assembly