Spencer High School - Spencerian Yearbook (Columbus, GA)

Text from Pages 1 - 232 of the 1979 volume:

Next Phase 1979 Spencerian Columbus, Georgia Volume 44 STAGES OF PHASES OPENING ..p. 2 DILIGENCE ..p. 18 IDENTITY ..p. 32 INTERACTION.... ..p. 108 COORDINATION . ..p. 122 INVOLVEMENT... ..p. 138 PERCEPTION ..p. 206 CLOSING ..p. 220 ANOTHER TIME, ANOTHER PLACE, ANOTHER PHASE. . . Our lives are based on a series of stages which begin with infancy and end wjth maturity. Each of us go through similar change's, but the different out- comes establish our individual- ity. All life is guided by the ebb and flow of phases in which one strives toward a goal, reaches a zenith of success and matura- tion and then moves on to another phase. Wide-eyed and c urious we arc' born into the' lirst phase — Infancy, like a bain we crave attention and security trom our environment, lach clay brings now experienc es whic h attrib- ute' to our developing sell sullic tunc v. Our discoveries motivate' the learn- ing that prepare us lor the tasks that await us in thc next phase . % Childhood . . . the phase of innocence. So young and naive, yet shoe kingly wise and percep- tive for our view of life has not yet been tarnished by harsh real- ities of the world. Our outlook on life is casual and free. Our c uriosity is at its highest peak and the quest for knowledge is the key which helps unravel the' mysteries of a more difficult phase. There comes a phase in every- one's life, puberty, when confu- sion and doubt in onself becomes readily apparent. We see the com- panionship and acceptance of our peers, yet sometimes we are inse- cure in the crowd, and we rely on the security of solitude. We are not children any longer, yet the spirit of childhood reveals itself always. The frustration of this twi- light time causes us to escape this phase for new challenges. □ Adolescence, a period of shadows, caught between the realities of maturity and the dreams of childhood. We ask ourselves who am I, where am I going, when will I find my place in the struggles of life. Escaping trom loneliness, we eagerly seek the trust and understanding that occurs with knowing that we belong. On the threshold of legal independence, although we endure emotional uncer- tainty, we are physically compe- tent to meet the tensions that connect us with a more stable Young adulthood resolves the puzzle of adolescence and is a guidepost to the future, making certain decisions about fragile tomorrows — college, careers, marriage, lifestyles, these choices bom- bard us causing us to reach out for reas- surance and support. We realize that the future is what we make it. Trying different things, stretching ourselves to see where the limits are and discovering the companionship and love that another person brings to a relationship, complementing and per- fecting the joy of belonging and sharing are merely parts of this triumphant phase. Maturity is the' settling phase' in whi h all our choices and decisions from infanc y to the' present merge into a distinctive pattern. We assume the responsibility and strive' toward the security that characterizes adult life. We feel confident because we have sue cessfully maneuvered our way through all these change's and it's time' for us to move' on snare hing for our tomorrows and engag- ing in all the phases that life itsc'lf has ycM to bring. ii It takes a certain amount of dili- gence to succeed in any endeavor that we might engage. Whatever we strive for or participate in, survival depends upon the degree of applica- tion that we give to it. Everyone reveals traces of dili- gence in the many phases of their lives, beginning with the infant in his determination to crawl and ending with the old in their determination to live. 18 Week of Home- coming The first homecoming for the new Spencer was a unifying experience. With the new students from various surrounding high schools came a variety of school loyalties and bonds. But as homecoming approached we pulled together for a unique Spencerian effort. The week was filled with frenzy and cheerful anticipation. Students were diligently preparing for highlight event of the week. Clubs and organizations raced against time to provide cars and floats for the parade. Streamers and other decorations were draped across the cafeteria in preparation for the dance. Climaxing all the events for homecoming was the crowning of Cerralyn Zettress Russell as our 1979 Miss Greenwave. Dawn Higginbotham and Sheila Hall were her attendants respectively. The spirit of the crowd showed the enthusiasm and responsiveness toward the annual homecoming. Their cheers and chants led by jubilant cheerleaders helped to motivate our team on to an anticipated victory. With the loss of our homecoming we ran the spectrum from joy to sadness. But despite our failure to washout the Shaw Raiders, we grew together as Spencerians. Homecoming brought forth a team effort. We worked, laughed, and cried together. We found that in spite of all our diverse backgrounds we ail had something in common . . We were all Spencerians striving for a common goal of excellence . . . that's a victory worth cheering about! Pep Rallies and the Funeral The 1979 Shaw Raiders Funeral was the best funeral ever at Spencer High School. The funeral began with a solemn, yet stimulating procession, performed by the majority of the Senior Class; who were dressed in character for the traditional Spencerian Funeral. Following the procession, the renowned and outspoken Rev. Flowers (David Flowers) began the service. Then Deacon Marvin justice offered prayerful condolences to the hopeless Shaw Raiders who had to face the mighty Creenwaves on the gridiron. The newly founded Rainbow Choir rendered an inspirational song to the congregation (and student body) entitled Swing Low Sweet Chariot, stop and let Shaw ride . Rev. Flowers then eulogized the occasion in the tradition of a downhome, foot stomping, country preacher. His main purpose was to encourage the Spencer Students to reveal their Spencerian pride and enthusiasm in preparation for the annual homecoming game. The service ended with the playing of the arousing theme song One Nation Under Groove , and the presentation of the '79 football players and a lively performance by the varsity and junior varsity cheerleaders. The location of the Funeral was an important facet in the success of the 79 Homecoming Funeral. The students were responsive and exuberant to the superb performance of the Senior Class. One disappointment to the student body was the fact that only two pep rallies were permitted during the whole football and basketball season due to the delay in completion of the official building contract. 2i 24 Christmas and Smiling Faces The Christmas Holidays and Picture day brought smiling taces to the Greenwave campus, during the months of October and December. Both occasions were received with great enthusiasm and restive spirits. For the 79 school year the annual picture taking day was held October 17 m the school library. Students came prepared for photos in nice dresses, suits and ties. The change from the usual school attire was very noticeable. The process began at 9 am and ended at 2:30. The entire school day was used for picture- taking. therefore the photographers had to return the next morning to finish up the last few class shots. Most students were pleased with the outcome of the photographs taken by C Malcom Newell. This year the Muscogee County school students were gifted with five more days of Christmas vacation, whic h began on December 16th instead of last year's December 21st The last day of school before the Christmas vac at ion was one of festival pandemonium with candy, food, gitts. music and a visit from Santa Claus (teacher Mr. Shaw). Later that evening the Chorus and Drama Department presented a Christmas program before PT A members and guest The Holidays ended with the return of school on Jnauary 3rd with smiling taces and tales of Christmas Holidays. V V Song, Skits and Blood Drive The month of November brought the new singing group the Yearbooks to Spencer High School. Members of the 1979 Spencerian Yearbook Staff created a sales promotion skit to be presented to the student body to kick-off the week of yearbook sales. This year's promotion campaign was a make-believe concert of the Yearbooks consisting of )oni Gardner, Willie Hodge, Debra Hood and Deborah McNealy. They performed songs entitled, Take me to the Yearbook and My Yearbook sure looks good to me . Due to complications the assembly was presented only to freshmen, sophomores and juniors this year, and was held in the commons area. january brought the performance of the Air Force Reserve Show Band to Spencer High School. The forty- member band played contemporary music to the entire student body spread over three assemblies. The first assembly did not respond to the band's encouragement to stand up and Boogie , but the other two assemblies were filled with finger poppin and foottapping response to the music. Visions of Vampires and large needles spectered the minds of many students when bulletin's appeared in hallways advertising the upcoming Blood Drive, which was hosted by the Health Occupation classes of Spencer High School. The Blood Drive was held February 8th, from 8:30 am to 12 noon. There were quite a few brave Spencerians who dared to show their arms. The prerequisites were fairly strict in qualifying students to donate blood to the local Red Cross Association. Restrictions such as: age, weight, parental consent, and health condition had to be compiled with by donors. In spite of these barriers, a large number of students were able to receive the blood donor's decal. 27 28 Carnival, Projects and Sadie Hawkins Week The month of love and romance was filled with many school activities, such as the Sadie Hawkins' week, the World's Fair, and the Science Fair. February was kicked-off by the Valentine candy sale by the Yearbook staff and the carnation sale by the Junior class. The Junior class also sponsored the flamboyant Sadie Hawkins' week which brought out the zany personalities and costumes of many student body members. The participation of the body in the week long activity was far surpassed by any other school activity. For that week each day was designated for a specific costume beginning with Monday — Overalls day, Tuesday — Tacky day, Wednesday — Opposite day, Thursday — 50's day and Friday — Li Abner Day. Each booth represented a different country, and to participate in the activity the currency of that particular country had to be used. A central bank exchanged the American money into foreign currency. Everyone participated in the various activities which ranged from sponge throwing by the Library Club, Mr. Ugly contest by Student Council, Radio grams by the Sparc Club, to computerized banners by the Beta Club. The 2nd annual Science Fair hosted by the physics class of the Science department began with projects created by Mrs. G. Lawrence's chemistry and physics classes. Projects ranging from soil erosion problems to complex atoms were featured and displayed to the student body. Open Classroom Concept One of the most interesting and exciting changes here at Spencer has been the open classroom. It is an addition which most students and faculty really enjoy. In the open classroom situation the classes are divided by folding, soundproof, partitions which can be opened or closed depending on the type of classroom activity scheduled for that day. Team teaching is a natural partner to the open classroom setup. In this setting two or more teachers share the responsibilities for instruction. Students have the benefit of two instructive views for the material being studied. Teachers are able to work out a system whereby one is able to teach in the areas of their expertise and strengths. Team teaching seems to have improved the class climate and the teacher-student interrelationships. There's more teacher to spread around and more than one person to aid in discipline. On the whole the open classroom is a very effective teaching tool in which both students and teachers enjoy. 30 Advisor — Advisee Another one of the concepts to arrive at Spencer is advisor-advisee period; students of various grades meet with specifically assigned teacher. This allows the students to have at least one teacher who can advise them on many academic and personal decisions. The duration of this is also spent getting acquainted with the other students or attending club meetings that are scheduled for that day. The majority of the students are pleased with the advisory hour because it gives them a break from the daily monotony of class after class after class. Home Economics This year the home economics department has undergone almost complete renovation. The team teaching system really aides in these changes. Mrs. Selena Andrews specializes in foods and Mrs. Pamela Burton's specialty is clothing. Therefore students can now take all the basic elements of home economics in one year instead of separate yearly divisions. The department houses all the modern conveniences of a normal home. The sewing center contains several sewing machines. The food's center even contains, refrigerators, and all the other kitchen accessories. We are fortunate to have such a competent department here. Because of this our students can get a genuine feel of domestic management. Computer Class Another intriguing addition to the Spencerian academic offering is the computer class. Thiscourse taught by Mrs. Stephanie Holcomb, is very popular with the students here at Spencer. The course deals with students learning to write basic programs which can solve mathematical problems or even initiate video games. The computer, one of the four in Muscogee County is the Radio Shack Digital TRS-80 Computer. The cost is about $1100, and we are fortunate enough to have an addition which other schools don't have. It is a printer which costs an added $1200 The computer is a compact system and all parts necessary to do even complex problems are located right here at Spencer. The course is a semester course where Computer I deals with just basic programs and Computer II has to do with different variations of programs and ways to use more data in mathematical problems. Being successful in the program does require working with some math so it counts as a math unit. This is a great opportunity for students who are planning to go to college and major in computer fields or higher math. It gives the students an idea of the challenges and problems the field offer. It also gives students a chance to see that learning can be fun. Cosmetology This year's cosmetology class has a new look. They are now equipped with a modern shop that has accommodations, for twenty-four students. The most prized possession of the cosmetology department is the equipment, which simulates a modern day salon. The students learn various techniques concerning the field of cosmetology such as, hair styling, manicures, and facials. Political Behavior There's finally a class where students' opinions are counted toward their grade! American Political Behavior deals with how people's behavior influences the government, how officials are influenced by the people and how the three branches of government are sensitive to the political behavior of the American people. This is just a few of the questions that are discussed in this class. The course involves understanding of oneself and groups of people. The students analyze observable political behavior such as the group behavior exhibited in our last presidential election. There's never really a right or wrong answer in this course. When the students give facts to support their opinions they are showing political behavior. Every student whether he passes or fails learns something because the course makes you think. 16 Health Occupation Along with a new school a couple of new classes one of which is Health Occupations taught by Mrs. Judith Thomason. The course is designed to teach students about different health careers and the skills needed for effectiveness in those careers. Making beds, taking temperatures, and measuring blood pressure are a few of the skills that are mastered. To get a more vivid picture of the class field trips are taken such as, a trip to the Dental Hygiene Clinic at Columbus College and the Martin Army Hospital. The students also set up medical booths in which they are able to doctor on volunteer students. They are also assisting in the blood drive. Academic Review Although we have a lot of innovative subjects and materials at Spencer High School, the basic courses of reading, writing and arithmetic are still being taught. The new environment of central air conditioning, multi- colored lockers, carpeted rooms, lighted corridors, and spacious dinning room devlops a cheerful attitude toward academic and elective courses. Many classes create the atmosphere of challenge and awareness, which heightens the quality of intellectual output from Spencer students. Participation in various classes has expanded greatly from previous years. Each of us are unique creations of God, and he made us with distinct characteristics that mark our individ- uality. As we move through the phases, all our hidden characteristics which will eventually mold our personalities begin to appear, and our originalities are slowly revealed in the eyes of the beholder 40 Individuality Freshman Feelings About. Abel, Janet Abeyta, Robert Allen, Thomas Allport, John A smile is the best answer Amyette, David Amyette, Tommy Anderson, Caroline Apt, Lawrence Archuleta, David Ashley, Carol Askew, Gwen Aytman, Alisha Bauer, Dorothy Beach, Vickie Beaulah, Warren Behnke, Gordon Benford, Calvin Besson, Liz Betcher, Todd Bishop, Douglas I feel just like every- one else in the school. Belcher, Randy Belcher, Susan Bell, Herbert Belvm, Larry GREAT! Blackwell, Tina Bland, Anita Boddie, Darryl Borrego, E velio 42 Being a Freshman Boston, Roderick Bowen, David Bradford, Mike Bradley, Mike Braski, Patrick Brown, )ohn Brown, Michelle Brown, Rodney Brown, Scott Brown, Thelma Burtnett, Brett Burton, Eddie Bush, Peter Bush, Sam Butler, Michael Cassibry, Dana Chandler, Sylvia Chappell, Howard Chappell, Kimberly Chauez, Tommy Byrd. Emmet Capparelle, Angela Carter, Sharon Carter, Stuart Carter, Tony It feels very uncomfortable. Bridgeman, Robert Britt, Kitty Brooks, Darryl Brooks, Frank Brown. |ohn We are what's to come. Browner, Reginald Bruschtin, Antonio Buller, Richard Bullock, |eff Burrows, John It feels like just being born again. Cheatum, Joan Cheatum, Kimberla Clarke, Freddy Clarke, Raymond Cline, Mara 43 . About Being Coals, Heinz Cook, Sabrina Cooper, Janet Cooper, Shirley Cox, Darla If students had love in their hearts instead of hate there would be no problems. Fitzgerald, Mary Flood, Clarice Flores, William Floyd, Debra Foley, Darrell at Spencer Ford, Janice Fortson, Mark Foster, Aundre Foster. Dianne Fox, Dale Does anyone? Ghant, Jackie Gibbs, Diane Gibbs, MaryAnn Gibson, Cedrick Gibson, Claxie ± v’Av Francis, Gary Franklin, Sylvia Gafney, Sherri Gales, Donny Getskow, Robert Spencer has good points but it can't get better it we all don't help. Goad, Diane Godbey, Edgar Gogins, Malachi Goody, Ernest Gosha, Gregory Grady, Vanessa Graham, Belinda Graham, lacqueline Graham, Terry Graves, Cynthia Gray, William Green, Joseph Green, Samuel Green, Tommy Greene, Fred Guynn, Sonya Hall, Nadine Hall, Walter Handy, Patricia Haracourt, MaryAnn 45 About Haracourt, Sue Harden, lames Hardman, Shermane Hardy, Sherry Harrington, Tracy Hart, Jenette Hartley, Dana Hasting, Res Elton Hickman, David Hicks, Kevin Holman, Kevin Holmes, April Horton, David Horton, David Hoskin, Shenenia Harris, Angela Harris, James Harris, Ramona Harris, Shellie Harris, Stephanie Highland, Melissa Hill, Belinda Hill, Mark HoBbs, Rebecca Hoffman, Mickey Houston, Melissa Howard, James Howard, Ricky Hubbard, Gary Hudson, Kelly I very, Miranda Jackson, Curtis James, Alina James, Cynthia James, Gale 46 Open lames, Gary Jefferies, Robert Jennerette, Doris lillson, Steven Johnson, Allen Johnson, Tommy Johnston, David Jones, Charles Jones, Earl Jones, Eddie It's nice to have two teachers in one room. Jones, Sharman Jones, Sheila Jones, Terry lones, Timothy Kelly, Elaine Classrooms No room for our class. Great! Johnson, Cheryl Johnson, Danell Johnson, Johnnie Johnson, lashandra Johnson, Pam Jones, Harold Jones, Jay Jones, Karen Jones, Laurette Jones, Prince King, Mike Kooken, David Kyis, Beata LaClair, Allen LaClair, Peggy Lehman, Barbara Lester, Luann Lewis, Andrew Lewis, Larry Liebl, Richard 47 . . .About McCormick, Paula McDaniel, Vickie McDonald, Roberta McFarland, Sheila McGee, Joyce Great but it could use a little more salt, pepper, onions, sugar, and of course new cooks. Everything is all right. Madison, Katanya Maka, Melissa Mallory, Eric Mann,Cathleen Martin, Joel McGee, Ricky McGhee, Anthony McHenry, Averi McKenzie, Steve Me Neely, Lori McQuay, Larry Meadows, James Meadows, James Meadows, Martha Medley, Margaret Moore, Anita Moore, Frankie Moore, Genelda Moore, Jeffrey Moore, Melisa 48 the Food Moore, Mickey Moore, Pam Moore, Thomas Morgan, Millicent Mrosek, Anita Noblin, Keith Nolden.Sandi Nugent, Arlene O'laughlin, Jim Oliver, Charlotte R Payne, Mary Perkins, Roberta Perry, Sharon Peterson, William Pollock, Polly Prestridge, Virginia Price, Cynthia Quillen, Margaret Ramirez. Ray Rasmussen, Lori Mrosek, Christine Mullins, Harold Murphey, lames Nicolini, Donna Nessi, Matthew Orozco, Charline Owens, Anthony Pack, Cary Pack, William Palmer, Ward Poole, Frank Poole, Renee Porch, Danny Pough, Gregory Powell, Angela Terrific, so I lied. Ray, Vincent Reece, Anthony Reed. Harrison Render, Charles Renn, Linda I'll tell you after I come back from getting my stomach pumped. I like having three lunch lines. 49 Ross, Denny Rowell, Brenda Russell, Susan Sanders, Micheal Scholes, Tracy “I will tell you after I graduate. Shorter, Linda Sizemore, Tracy Skidmore, Catrina Sloane, Michele Smith, Cathy . . .About Schlagerait, Laura Scott, Surnette Shackleford, Elizabeth Shaw, Micheal Shoemaker, Angela Smith, Jean Smith, John Smith, Margaret Smith, Randy Smith, Sam Stallworth, Cassius Stanislawski, Eddie Stephens, Jean Stephens, Roderick Stephenson, Kenneth 50 the Teachers Stevens, Derrick Stewart, Corrine Stokes. Kenny Straney, Robert Sullivan, David You won't tell Mr ? that I said this will you? Todd, lack Tolbert, Joan Trew, Jerry Turner, Theresa Vavrek, Kyle Don't make me laugh Wagoner, Cathy Walker, Linda Walker, Tammy Walton, Mike Warren, John They make me sick! Whitfield, Sharlene Whitledge, Gary Whitledge, Robbie Wiese, Tammy Wiggins, Marion Wiggins, Norris Wilkerson, Dana Williams, Caroline Williams, Dorothea Williams, Karlean 51 . . About Their Next Phase Williams, Paul Williams, Robert E. Willis. Brenda Wilson, Darlene Wilson, Denise Lewis, Geraldine Wilson, Mary Wilson, Tommy Wing, Larry A. Wolford, Arlene Womack, Nathaniel Becoming a mighty Climbing a step Sophomore hi8her to 'each goal. 52 -n Sophomore Sayings About. . . Adams, Ronald Ages, Murl Alexander, Jackie Allen, Thomas Anderson, Dana Anderson, Tina Angel, Porter Ariail, Donald Arnold, T im Arthur, Alisa Askew. Linda Averett, Charlene Averett, Phyllis Aviles. Eddie Bam, Fabian Being a Sophomore is dull. I can't wait to be a Junior. I've traveled two roads but yet haven't finished my goal. Feels like I'm nowhere but as I look behind me I realize I'm some- where. Baker, Kenny Baker, Terry Banks, Roosevelt Bannister, Darryl Barnes, Michael Bartlett. Debra Baxter, Kimerly Beaty, Richie Bechdoldt, Lee Belcher, David I hate being treated like an underclass- man, I have my rights. So many have turned around I'm glad to say I've fought the fight and kept the faith. S4 Being a Sophomore Belve, Jerry Belve, |immy Best, Tammy Biddle, Fred BiHips, Debbie Bowden, Willie Bradley, Anthony Bradley, Lisa Branhay, Robert Braski, Danny 4 i Bumgardner, Penny Burditt, Douglas Burgm, Kelli Burrier, William Bush, Steven Wait til I become a junior and I'll (ell you. It feels good to set an example for someone instead of following them. Freshmen are my followers and we Sophomores have to lead them. We should be treated equal. Blackwell, Tina Boddie, Darrel Bohon, Chuck Bombard, Donald Bowden, Buddy Brown, Gregory Brown, Julie Brown, Rodney Brown, Tim Buff, Tammy 55 . About Being Carpenter, Chris Carter, Glenn Carter, John Carter, Ronald Carter, Truman Chillman, Maria Clark, Jamie Clark, Rena Clark, Robert Cloy, Anita Cothren, Steven Covington, Diana Craft, Jeffery Crawford, Deborah Daniel, Glenn Davis, Deborah Davis, Richard Davis, Tony Dawson, Felicia Dean, Michael at Spencer High DeGraw, Jan Dence. Darrell Deneen, Kelly Denham, lonathan Dinnell. Tommy Like Reunite on ice. Dixon, Jacqueline Driver, lisa Drummond, William Duh, Rochelle Earl, Gary Evenson, John Farrell, Ingride Flagg, Valerie Flood, Harry Flores, Lisa Floyd, Debra Fodor, Darla Foster, Kenneth Francis, Leila Gacita, Anthony Gibson, Yvonne Giles, Robney Glaze, Donna Glaze, Sandy Gosha, Gregory 57 Gray, John Green, Arbura Gresham, Cheryl Griffin, Frederick Griffith, Daniel Hall, Richard Haracourt, Billy Harden, Gary Harrell, Erest Harrell, Jeffrey Harris, Tony Hatchett, Stephen Hayden, Steven Hayes. Vickie Hernandez, Vivian . . . About What They Grigg, Robert Guamer, Suzanna Gunn, Ramona Guthrie, Gordon Hall, lames Vi 55558I To destroy hate in everyone's heart. Harris. Carl Harris, Evelyn Harris, Rainer Harris, Sammy Harris, Soma I want to reach out and touch some- body's hand and try to make this world a better place, I can't, but We can. Herring, Regina Heugatter, Keith Hickman, David Hicks, Darin Higginbotham, Len 38 Want Out of Life Hum, Jeffrey Hunter, famine Hutchinson, Donald Inks, John Jackson, Sharon The cheese in the c heeseburger, when I choose the cheeseburger at Me Donald's. Howard. Jackie Howell, Roger Hudson. Aaron Huguley, Stewart Huguley, Tammy Jackson, Steven Jameson. Angela Jennerette. Doris Jennerette. Melvin Jillson, Warren To be more friendly. Jones, Larry Jones, Leonardo Jones, Robin Jordon, Rhonda Kemp, Sharon 59 About langford, Gregory laninger, Roy Lee Lassen, Nancy Don't ask. Lee, Timothy Lewis, Larry 60 7 I wish the big bad wolf would blow the dividers down. Everyone's a bunch of savages. Linsey, Joseph Lowery, Cynthia Lucero, Mario Lumbard, Angela Luninger, Ray Martinez, Timothy McClellan, Wayne McCormic, Cheryl McDonnell, Sherry McKinnon, Pam Open Classroom Teaching Too crowded. It's a new challeng- ing experience. Miller, Kelvin Miller, Tina Miltner, Gerrald Millner, lames Miltner, Terri Milton, Lawerence Mitchel, Cathy Moore, Sheila Moore, Tracy E. Moore, Tracy L. Morey, Rickey Moss, Tammy Mungin, Alvin Mungin, Matthew Murrell, Karen Navarrete. lose Newsome, Robert Nichols, Linda Norman, Patrick Norton, Torn V tta Obelton, Soon |a Peardon, Marvin Penick, Raymond Perez, Tommy Petit, Albert 61 . . . About Pettengill, Beverly Putman, Robin Porch, Dorcel Portalatin, David Portalatin, Karen Porter, Dorenda Pough, Gregory Proffit, Leslie Rasmussen, Dennis Ray, Elaine Rodriquez, Edward Rohly, Diane Rudd, lames Rumley, Ron Rush, Debra What food? Rigdon, Rhonda Riley, Vincent Rivera, Angela Robinson, Oscar Robinson, Roscoe 62 Burnt' N-I-CET-Y'' Sand, Mary S hlagerait, Laura Shook, Denna Sistrunk, Melvin Sistrunk, Reginald the Food Smith, Carmen Smith, Charles Smith, Elisha Smith, Elizabeth Smith, |ohn INDESCRIBABIY DELICIOUS! Smith, Lee Smith, Mel Smith, Priscilla Smith, Stanley Smith, Tracy Smith, Vanancia Smith, Winona Snead, Terry Sommerville, Paul Spann, I'von Sparks. Sherri Lynn Spencer, Paula Spires, Cheryl Steward, Reginald Stokes, Kevin Tomlinson, Kay Torres. Teresa Turner, Micheal Turner, Rannell Urbano, Anthony 63 About Their Next Phase 64 Uszahow, Pierre Vavrek, Charles Vick,Gregon Vickers, Karen Volta. Chris letting my light shine so others may see my good works. Weidner, Marion Weidner, Edward Wellman, Susan Wheeldon, Janet Wheeler, Connie Going to modeling school. Whittlesey, Vanessa Wilkerson, Dennis Williams, Andre Williams, Debbie Williams, Freda Wood, Edward Wright, Michael Wyers, Donald Murray, Myra (Zsi£. . y c-r i 'yu c-cc-o _J ?v 2 c-t-v o Crg ’ CL' S c A vA XP Juniors Talk About Alexander, Charles Alexander, Nadine Ames, Katryn Austin, Jeffrey Bailey, Richard Baker, Bryan Baker, Knelia Bare us, Barbara Barnes, Larry Beiling, Jodi Belcher, Jimmy Belve, Peggy Jean “I feel worthy because I was one of the first Junior to attend the new Spencer, so I can set an example for the upcoming Juniors. Best, Angela Biddle, Fred Bishop, Carol Faye Blackwell, Gabriel Being a Junior at Spencer High school is a very unusual and new experience for me. Juniors have more Fun! Juniors life is good but the exciting moment will arrive when I become a sen- ior! Bloodsaw, Brenda Boston, Charles Bright, Danita Bright, Kenneth 66 Themselves and the School “Teachers don't pay enough attention to students. “The rules are fine, Spencer is the best and greatest!! Burgamy, Patricia Burke, Robert Bush, Roderick Bush, Stephen Bulter, Christine Byrd, William Cannella, David Carder, Doyle Spencer is a good and nice school, the open classes are fine. 67 . . . Being Almost a Senior “I'm on my way to graduation, just a few more steps to go. Carter, Ricky Chambers, Constance Chappell, john Chester, Katrina Christenson, Eric Claiborne, Eva Claiborne, Harvey Clark, Linda Clark; William Cleavenger, Dwight Cobb, Nancy Cole, Mark Colon, Norbert Colvin, Frances Cook, John Lester Concepcion, Elmer “Hey mom I've almost made it. 68 . . . About Being a Greenwave Covington, Mike Cramer, Michael Crosby, Dane Daniel, Lawerence Daniel, Vanessa Davis, Tumeria Dawson, Wanda Dean, Eric DeClouet, Renate Dence, Karen Denham, Joan DeRoche, David Domeck, Anthony Drummond, Derek Elam, Lenora Elliot, Steve Elliot, Willie Ellis, Rochelle Elrod, Brian Ely, David I'm proud to wear the name Spencer Green- waves on my shirts. Spencer Greenwave is super bad super bad. . . . About the Teachers Eppler, David Rudolf Evans, Elizabeth Feggins, Milton Fentress, Kennth Finney, Mike Fletcher, lames Flowers, Gerald Forest, Penelope Some teachers give us so much homework, they think we only have one class. Teachers in the Eng lish department try to be too hard, but fair. Giles, Robert Givens, Cynthia Gould, Debra Graham, Tammy Getskow, Pete Gibson, Antionette Gibson, Chantay Gibson, Rhonda In the history depart- ment some of the teachers are still living during the world war 1. 70 About the Food 0 0 0 Greene, Kim Griffin, James Griggs. Nathaniel Grimes, Jennifer Hardman, frank S. Harper, Doreen Harrington, Debra Harris, Hilmar 71 3 O -O Hicks, Greg Hill, Nina Hill, Willie Hodge, Alvin Hodge, Calvin Hodge, Willie Hopkins, Desmond Howard, Marcus It's hard lo sludy, but you get to know more people. Jackson, Linda Jackson, Regina Jackson, Willie Jenrette, Melvin Johns, Hubert Johnson, Ed Johnson, Rosie Johnson, Teresa It's easier to cheat behind the teacher's back. 72 Jones, Debra Jones, Jaymes Jones, Mavrice Jones, Rickey Jones, Vinson Jordan, Carolyn Kelley, Greg King, Claudette It's nice to feel safe. Langston, Wendy Lester, Karl Lewis, Robbie Lumbard, Linda Mann, Dorothy Markham, Rita Mason, Yvette McBride. Willie 73 . . . About What They Most Want Out of Life Miller, Mike Miltner, Robert Milton, Pam Miranda, Carlos Miranda, Felix Mitchell, Sandra Modesitt,Curt Moore, Charles “I want to bring peace and happiness to the world.” 74 . . . About Improving Spencer Nelson, Christy Newman, Roberta O'Conner, Loren Oliver, Angela We need more spirit. Omboy, Gaby Pack, Eraina Palombo, Claude Parks, Terry Murray, |udy Murrell, Randall Myers, Craig Myers, Karen An easy teacher. 'Better lunches. Poe, Charles Polk, Gabriele Posey, Sandra Pyatt, Ivan 75 Rigdon, Robin Riles, Charles Riley, Victor Robinson, Chakrit Robinson, Gregory Robinson, Vivian When I got an A for Rowell, Anthony f'rsl time in my Russell, Michael ” Scott, Vernie Sharp, Grace Sharpe, Marlon Shorter, Daniel Scholes, Kim Schuler, Mike Scott, Eddie Scott, Valerie N - 76 Shreves, Ken Shumaker, Michael Simmons, Patricia Sistrunk, D'Andrea Not to be embar- rassed for the school's name on your shirt. Smith, James Smith, John Smith, Robert Smith, Rodney Having Green and gold in your soul. Spradley, Shirley Stephens, Roger Stevens, Lynne Stokes, Barbara 77 . About Their Definition 0 0 Slroud, Celetha Stroud, Curtis Summers, Ronald Swindall, Gary Taylor, lames Taylor, Sylvester Teal, Angela Thomas, Michael Trowbridge, Michael Turner, lisa Turner, Yvette Vick, Jo Ann “Studying hard for an exam.” Tillery, Danny Tiffany, lisa Toomb, Carol Torres, Phillip “Meeting and master- ing the challenges of the computer. 78 of Having Fun Villarreal, Joe Waddell, Betty Waddell. Donald Ware, Kimberly Wellman, William Whitaker, Verna White, Annie White, George Having a substitute teat her. Whittlesey, Bett Whitmore, Pete Wigger, Danny Wilkerson, Tony Wilson, Tony Winkecompleck, Gregory Withersposn, Jackie Wooderd, William Getting a raise on Getting off at the Jui your allowance ' or class dance. 79 About Their Next Phase Woods, David Words, Charles Worth. Tim Rosa Young 80 Ca rot erfmyette £ reita Bait! Wittu 'Boni, BelinJa Bar iam Uina Baxter U(urt £. eAfnAree 12 jCoviztta CamfiL Lt txxi Shaum [ zi sy SxLan !Z tfixif [fctxvan (f urtn ! xs£ crft Uyiakti 86 90 iPaity jCawuit. 2� fnyelu c HuJjljaxJ [fetHrui zWood txmainz HunU zHa ty cMuqnzi Q ahtU eJfug iJUy JfitC C2TLUU. CoCUtn ann z?V(au n LmotHy zWat i£ on 94 !25z£d xa i zM z Vta£y fxjxii lVi IU zA t£uloU71 BxzsuLi zMoo%£ Susan z)tzfJi n zAii Iin 96 n iaiu dViwiomc yVtlion Paixiaia O-ktii 96 £cUu cd uifi zxiaHyn z ?ui±e££ U$c£ui tSUifvnan cdkicli S tt£ vci edfiigo cSfiifiman zMa y £ommzwi££t OT o zilL SmUh cxaUinz cSmoot t uUnia UayCcn Shoud cflxtt a £horuj «s fc wo� UHoxnton Bofctjy llfiduuv sStefj izn l yat£ olin 1 l a±(iLngton c fazel Wyatt fe.Un ( WliedUx 7? 7Z 55 UciijtXttQjzL t{ 103 Vi c; o Mr Mrs. Daniel Baxter Dawn Higginbotham Mr. Mrs D. Roy Sumpter Nova Home R L. Wilder Mr Mrs. A I Greer Mr Mrs Olander Baxter Skipper Mary Lewis David Pam Gary Charlotte Baxter Rusty Sarah Baxter Mr. Mrs. Higginbotham Norma Jean Boatwright Mr Mrs. Jessie |. Taylor Mr George McCormick Mr. Troy M McCall Jr Mr Mrs. John Williams Jr. ). B. Cummings Drue Crawford Mrs. I ina Baotwright Mrs. M. Crawford Bobby Jerome Davis Miss Carrie Harice Mr Mrs. Clara Harris Mr. Mrs. Johnny Mahone Tina Baxter Gail Boston Mr. Mrs Ruben Gaines Mr Mrs. Broyles Mrs. Drue Crawford Mr. Victor McDaniel Mr. C. C. Walker Mr Mrs Richard Mahone Mr. Larry Banks Miss Aqua Harris Miss Wayne Randell Mr Willie Randolph Mr. Joseph Gosha Brenda Shore £ Of Darryl Burditt Beverly Swisher Mrs. Tersa Moore Mr. Allison Watson III laverne Boling Mary Williams S.F.C Mrs. Ezekial Scott and Family Mr Mrs Oliver R Parrish and Family Remta Burditt Joseph Swisher Lovietta Campbell Louise Jones Jean Davis Joe Ice Man” Wiley Ester Richard 1 SG (Ret) Thomas S. McCullough Mrs. Faye Powers Mr Jeffery Glenn Harrell Phillip Harding Lovie Campbell S.F C. Mrs V. H Holmes 1 SG (Ret) Phillip Richard Francme Jennifer Minor SFC Mrs H. P. Flood Barry Deenng Noah F. Jinright I. R L A. King Mrs Joyce Lee Robert S Moore Annette Allison Mary Gearhart Stephen Merlin Crazy Luke Al Rudy ' R H. Tom A Carroll Jr. Zak Jess King Charlotte Ingram 104 Babla lashone Edwards Mrs Annie Bass Mrs Ella Edwards Mrs. Annie Jean Belcher Mr Roland Belcher Mrs. Marilyn Butler Mr Tommy Butler Mrs. Patsy Cobb Edwards Mrs. Maddie Bell Mrs. Eva Kitchen Mrs. Wittie Ward Mrs. Nora lohnson Mrs. Princess Luke David Flowers Mrs. Catherine D Flowers Mr Mrs. David Jackson Mr Mrs. Willie L Mosley Rev. Mrs. O L Holston Deborah Waters Mr Mrs Max Day Mr Lionell C. Gagmon Family Andy lean Crawford Rev. Mrs Hugh O. Clark Ms Alice T Cobb Gerald E. Flowers Geroge (Porgie) Flowers, |r Chriscynthia Freeman Uncle Jessie Aunt Bobbie Mr. Mrs. Theodore Williamson Family Mr. Mrs. |oe Jackson Family Mrs. Janice Webb Mrs. Jessie M. Harris Karen Mr. Mrs. Lightfoot Family Mr Mrs. Bennie Livingston Family Ret Sgt Mrs. D. Eskin Family Mr Mrs. Arthur L. Jamison Family Mr. Mrs. William C. Gunn Daughters Mr. Mrs. Burt Grimes Sons Mrs Ann Edmonds Aqua Harris Mrs. Frances J Harris, Lillie Billy Ms Charlotte Ingram Mr Johnny Gosha Mrs Flise Mixon, Sherri Darrell Mr Joseph Gosha Family Mr Vernon W Jackson Angel Mrs Pamela Burton Mr Curtis J Jackson Family Miss Gail Boston Mr larry luttrell Joseph Sgt Mrs Roosevelt Ruggs |r Family Miss Carolyn Jackson Mrs Forestine Austin Angela Hubbard Katie Chappell Earvin E Polk Danny Short Ms Annie S. Joseph Mr Mrs Jesse Chappell Family Mrs Nellie Chappell Rev Mrs C W Purnell Family Mrs Callie Chappell Mrs Eula C Perry Family Mrs. Ida B G Thompson Mrs BarbaraElhs Edith Wright Gerald Jones MSG Mrs lames E |ones Family (Jaymes Jerry) Ms Gra e Elaine |ones Mr William Me L inlon, Jr lori M Cooper SSG Mrs Dilbert Lucas Family (Nilka. Carlos Gerald) SFC Mrs Edward Vann family (Quarrhe Warru k) I ois f owler William H Dorsey Mrs Juanita Myers (Ret) SGM Mrs. Robert I Jerry Mr Mrs Thoams H Graham Judith Harris Mrs Kathleen Barnes Marcus Sgt (Ret) Mrs. Robert Brinson Ms Ola Mae Carlisle Mrs Lindberg Copelm Chris Mr Mrs Robert Crouch Son Mr Mrs. John Harris Jr Mr Mrs. John Harris III Mr Mrs Howard Harrison Family Mr Mrs Allen Porch Son Mrs. Annie Jackson Family Mr Mrs. Ronnie Johnson Sgt (Ret) Mrs Roosevelt Ruggs Sr Dawn Higginbotham LTC Mrs. lames L Higginbotham Mr Mrs. Daniel Baxter Tina Baxter Mr Mrs Ronald E. Lee Jennifer Matthew Harper Eric Venable Chuck Bentfeld Denny Henderson Joyce Gibson Prescilla Ivey Glen Hendrix Roy Parks Helen Johnson Mrs. Millie Johnson Mr Ricky L. Feagms Mrs Sadie M feagms Mrs Carrie Williams Juliette Martin Mrs Kattie Chappell Mr. Earvin Polk Marc Gerald Turner Ms. Faye Powers Laverne Chambers Tonya McPherson James Taylor lohnme Jones Marcella Canella Beth DeRoche Jeanne Villarreal Lynne Stevens Leonard Jones Jeff Austin Mary Poe Sue Leah Guarnieri Thelma Wilkinson Mr Mrs Johnny Reed Mr Mrs Roy T Jones Mr Mrs Almon W Smith Danthea Jones Mr Mrs. Johnny B Jones Mr Zediec James Paul Darnela Jones Miss Ann Carolyn James Mrs Zeddie J. Barnes Mr Mrs lessie J Taylor Roslyn Justice Ivet Sierna — Mrs. Nika Sierria Mrs Fannie Pitts Mrs. Susie Jessie Mrs. Louise Ligon Bermck Sanders — Jeri Pinson Mr Dwam C Jones little Miss Nancy Lajuana Barnes Mrs Mae Frances Mapp Mrs Vernelle M. Jones Alice Maccaro Ms Schlitzkus Vincent S. Maccaro G O. Aure Mr Mrs J. Davis Mrs ) Davis Mrs K Appleby Mrs Lillian Maccaro 105 Victor Xavier Martin Sam Tyler (Piggly Wiggly) Arthea McDole D'iedra Martin Orlando Carpenter Wanj Carpenter Zina Carpenter Mr. Mrs. Edgan Will Jones Mr Mrs. Whitfield Lindsey Jackson Mr. Mrs. T. L. Johnston, Jr. Judy's Twenty Grand Tuskegee Brenda Moore Rev. J. C. Harris Rev J. P Adams Mr. Wooldrige Mrs. Andrews Mrs. Truesdale Mr. Mrs. Smith Mrs. Shaw Dea. Lincoln Shipp Dea. Buckner Mr. Daniel Mr. Hill Mrs. Dorsey Janice Norwood Mrs. Beulah Davis Miss Joyce M. Lee Ms. B. Schlitzkus Mr W T. Sledge Mrs. Marion Upshaw Mrs. Betty Ann Ketterer Ms. Faye Powers Mr. Ross Pinson Mr. Earlie Lee Butts Miss Djuana Dorsey Mr. William Z. Sledge Mr. Richard McLester, Sr. Colleen Mann David M. Mann Beckie Hobbs Ft. Benning Sport Parachute Club Donna Cline Donna Osborne Wayne Marie Carr Moss Robert Gary Mary Bramble Cathleen Mann Carol Tyer Mike Tina Russell Dina Henderson Vickie Newsome Sgt Mrs. Robert L. Newsome Robert L. Newsome, Jr. Miss Pat A. Ketterer Mr. Mrs. Emmett Yaughn MSGT Mrs. William Caldwell Son Mrs. Annie Kate O'Neal Martin Mrs. Betty A. Ketterer Ms. Vanessa Campbell Faye Powers Catherine McBride Benjamin J. Ketterer, Jr. Mr. Dane Holloman Ledger Enquirer Arolyn Rene Pitts Faye Powers Mrs. Thelma Griffin Mr Mrs. James L Pitts Mr. Mrs. I. S. Smiley Mr. Mrs. Vernon K. Kirchoff Mr. Mrs. James H. Meadows Mr. Mrs. Lewis Green, Jr. Mr Ernie Harrell Mr. Mrs. Calvin Harris Mr. Donald Hutchinson Mr Mrs. Andy Bell Mr. Mrs. L. Harris Sandra McCormick SSG Mrs. Lacy McLean SFG Mrs. Andre Carter Mr. Mrs. George Little SSG Mrs. Randolph Watkins Mr. Mrs. James Wall Rev. Mrs. Charlie Wall Rev Mrs. Jessie Wall Mr. Mrs. Donnie Wall Mr. Mrs. Edward Wall Mr. Mrs. Robert Moore Mr. Mrs. Lester Davis Mrs. Jonsie Baucum Family Jerome Norris Mrs. Margie Norris Tommy L. Norris Lancyna M. Norris Larvee M. Norris Mrs. Rebecca Hill Mrs. Gertha M. Singleton Vickie M. Williams Dorothy L. Jones Mrs. Barbara Jackson Mrs. Georgia B. Freeman Mr. Daniel Dawson Vanessa Hill Richard Rumley Terry Reyes Kevin Miller Danny Braski Rev. Rumbley Mrs. Shelton Mrs. Glenn Sheila Hall Ron Rumbley Valerie Scott Barbara Stokes Kenneth Shreves Stan Bonta SFC Mrs. Ezekiel Scott Family Ms. Alfredia Johnson SFC Mrs Henry Johnson Family MSG Mrs. Joe W Williams Family MSG Richard A Byrd Family ISG Joseph Beverly Swisher SFC Mrs Lovie E. Campbell Family SFC Mrs Registrar Thomas Family SFC Mrs John Q. Newby Family SFC Mrs. Horrace D. Harrington Family Bernick Sanders Ms Magaret Chatman Mrs. Mae T. Simmons SGT Joseph G. Simmons Jr. Patrick Antonio Simmons Curtis Williams Martha Nelson James Batts Tonya McPherson Patricia Pitts Johnny James Lockhart Kate Chappell Earvin E. Polk James Taylor Geraldine Smoot Mrs. Ida M. Smoot Family Victor Holmes Carolyn Ferguson Bernick Sanders Ms. Joyce M. Lee Ms. Faye Powers Mrs. Bradley Steve Jemese Blake Valencia Camille Evans Ardenia Taylor Mr. Walter Phillips Mrs. Thelma Phillips Miss Ardenia Taylor Miss Yvonne Taylor Miss Tesha Taylor Mrs. Ardenia Carter Mr. Lewis Carter Mr. Virgil Carter Mrs. Barbara Murphy Miss Dyanna Murphy Mr. Michael Walton SGT Andrew Perry Bobby Lee Upshaw Mrs. Floria Upshaw Rev. Bobby Upshaw Sr. Mrs. Earnestine Crowell Mr. Earnest Upshaw Mrs. Ursula Crowell Miss Joyce Lee Mrs. Cathy Grimes Mr. Mike Shumate Miss Linda James Miss Faye Power' Tauvela S. Vaouli Elena Felise Naomi Felise Tafue Molesi Sike Sala Nele Molesi Patricia Moliga Raymond Moliga Mr Mrs. Taunu'ga Moliga Mildred Moliga Soa Moliga Joseph Moliga Herman Mohga Horatio Washington Mrs. Mildred Sherrod Mrs. Ruth Wynn Mrs Anna M Jackson Mr Mrs. Leroy E. Manigault Mrs Viola Joseph Mrs. Mary D. Poole Mr. IrvingS Anderson Mrs. Magdalene Rivers Mrs. Ethel Nathineal lohnnie B. Washington Mrs. Johnnie L. Washington Mr. Mrs. Ronald Walters Mr Mrs. Lewis L. Golden SFC Paul J. Jackson Mr. Mrs. James B. Woods Sons Mr. Mrs. James L. Faulk SGT Mrs. Jessie L. Brown Mrs. Mildred Gates Tyrone Mr. Walter Woods Mr. Mrs. Joseph L. Daniel Rosa L Rozell Mr. Mrs. A. Posey Hazel Wyatt Rev Mrs. Thomas Mr. Mrs. Willie Robinson Family Mrs Shirley Ford Ms Fredia Williams Mr Buddah Cook Mrs. Rosa A Howard Mr Robert Howard Mr Sol Evans Mrs. Docie Rutherford Mr. Wilson (Flip) Phillips 107 1979 Senior Superlatives Each year the Senior Class chooses some of their peers to represent them in certain Superlative Categories. Best All Around's Winners were Debra Hood and Shawn Bryant cho- sen because of ability to admirably cope in all situations. Cerralyn Rus- sell and Tyrone Thomas were elected Most Popular on the basis of their being well known and liked around the school. Most Likely to Succeed's selectees were Heidi Shreves and Todd Sparks, since their skill in hur- dling academic challenges has been exhibited yearly. Most Attractive's Honorees were Lisa Hickman and Phillip Thornton, on account of their inner and outer attractiveness. Due to their fashion consciousness, Cynt- hia Freeman and Joey Bradford were chosen Best Dressed. Rick Rumbley and Gail Boston walked off with the Most Friendly Title for their outgoing and friendly characteristics. Owing to their participation and mastering of several sports events lanet Cooper and Bobby Upshaw were awarded Most Athletic. The Most School Spir- ited Distinction was granted to Gwen Butts and Leroy McCaskey by reason of their dedication and support of school activities. Ready jokes and laughter gave Danthea jones and David Flowers the Most Witty Title. Norma Boatwright and Brian Bush are indeed popular with their opposite sexes, therefore they were selected Biggest Flirt. The entire senior class unanimously selected Mrs. Selena Andrews and Mr. Thomas Works as their favorite teachers. 108 vy Norma Boat- wright Danthea Jones David Flowers They that wail upon ihe lord will lift up with wings of an eagle . Thank you everyone for supporting me in my endeavors, sharing your life with me and growing as a body so that we may grow closer and stronger thru life, our eyes ever forward — our wings lifted up. Kurt Andree No human relation gives one possession in another — every two souls are abso- lutely different In friendships or in love, the two side-by-side raise hands together to find what one cannot reach alone . Kahlil Gibran Heidi Shreves Lives of great men remind us, we can make our lives sublime and departing, leave behind us, footprints in the sands of time. Dondi L Stacy Who will provide the grand design . What is yours and what is mine? Cuz there is no more new frontier we have got to make it here . Eagles — Hotel Cali- fornia Steve Ware To have is to hold and to love is to cher- ish. But to cherish a night like your gradu- ation is one of the most wonderful things a person can cherish. Geraldine Smoot In order to succeed in life you got to have some type of education, so don't be a fool stay in school, and that's cool. Norma Jean Boatwright It seems like yesterday that school began. But, now that I look ahead, it's ended. Gwen Butts Behind every great smile there is a tear of joy. Betty Crowell I think that football players are not worth a quarter, I think they are worth 4 quar- ters of a football game. Albion Drake To have made it this far, and will con- tinue to strive. I give my thanks to my lov- ing family for their influence, especially who mean the world to me my MOM and DAD. Sheila Baker I thank my mother and my father for put- ting me through 12 years of school. Lola and David Bannister, thank you for every- thing. To my brother, keep on going to school, you will need it. Gwen Bannister Leslie Norwood: I feel that you have been a wonderful mother, and I appreci- ate all the things you've done, so stay sweet and continue on . Hi! Duffy, Jim- mie, Ronnie, and Willie. Janice Norwood To all my friends, especially Kim, Lei, Richard, Gaby, Tammy, Terry, I wish you all the luck, love and happiness in the future. Bobby, I still think you have sexy legs. Lainey Bug I feel that my four years at Spencer has been an interesting experience. I've met many new friends in which I have shared good times with. Monika Mathis Today well lived makes every yesterday a success and every tomorrow a vision of hope. Annette Blackmon Don't walk in front of me, I may not fol- low. Don't walk behind me, I may not lead. But walk beside me, and together, we'll make it. Vernita Hardwick I want to thank my boyfriend, Mike Heekman and my parents, for helping in school; they made me realize a lot of things This year has been a great help to me and I thank Ms. Skinner too. Lei Ann Davis Take life as it comes and set your goals as high as possible. Remember, life has cre- ated something special for everyone. Gwendolyn Dove As I look back on the days that's gone by, I can't help but to think what would I have done different that I did at that time; the conclusion I come to is — I would have done it just like I did it. Thanks Mom, Dad, Sisters, Brothers, Freinds, and Alphonso. Sandra Jones My first year at Spencer and you all made me feel special this year. You made me feel the love for your fellow classmates and the spirit behind the school that you hold so dear. Tony Mathis I feel that every since I have been attend- ing Spencer High School from the ninth to the twelfth, I have learned a great deal about myself and the people at Spencer High. Sandra McCormick I will always remember my years at Spencer. The memories of friends and all the good times will last forever. Sheila Hall Old football players never die . . . They just make far better lovers. Leroy McCaskey Life is a mystery to be lived not a prob- lem to be solved! Aquaetta Harris Nosce te ipsam — know thyself. Judith Harris When you walk in the dark; hold your head high it's just one simple phrase I always use. I advise many to listen to this phrase and you'll find that your future will be bright!! Patricia Robinson I feel like Spencer High is the greatest thing since football. Tyrone Thomas We are great We are divine We are the class of '79' And we are right on time! in '79' Wolfman Jack 3 to 9 let's keep in touch. Clint God grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change, courage to change the things I can, and wisdom to know the difference. Johnnie Bernard Washington Good luck to the new Spencer and all my LOVE to Tim Carroll. Sheryl Itenn 114 Don'! worry if your work is small and your rewards are few. Remember that the oak was a nut like you. Bobby Upshaw There are many roads tha! lie ahead; the one I'm looking to find leads to happi- ness, success and fulfillment. Hazel Wyatt High School became very fun my last two years and some of you lower class stu- dents who feel Spencer is a Bummer . If you would just take advantage of the activities and sports you'll find out that Spencer's not bad after all. Jeff Smith This is one year at Spencer High that I will always remember. It has made me really get involved with my graduating class. Debra Shipman Good athletics don't grow overnight, it takes a lot of time and hard work to per- form to the best of your ability. Eddie Rush My years here at Spencer have been most rewarding. My motivations are to excel in life and appreciate the teachers who inspired me to do so. Many thanks to all. Danthea Jo Jones 1. When you think everything is down and out, put your head to the sky, it will all work out. 2. If you used to think that life was a joke you'll soon find out, but you might be broke. 3. If you must have something up your sleeve, let it be a funny bone, (ha ha!) Gerald Leroy Jones Do you wonder as you wonder through your life near, far and yonder that the words you say today, could come back to you and may! Will you recognize a kind- ness or words said in vile spiteness? Words of love are those to ponder, to wonder as you wonder, to speak to one another with tones of care for our broth- ers. Dale Mclntire Live life to its fullest. Enjoy your four years in high school for they're the best years of your life. Deborah McNealy We as seniors have come through trials and tribulations; yet we are not finished. The race is not given to the one who starts, but it is given to the one that endures to the end. Brenda L. Moore Stay in your own class. Never run around with people you can't afford to compete with. Pat Pitts Smile and the world smiles with you . . cry and you cry alone. Terri Dahl If a person had a butterfly and you were to let it go and if it comes back to you, you know then that it was yours at first, but if it doesn't, it wasn't yours to have in the beginning (Just take it into .thought to appreciate things and people because tomorrow isn't promised to you.) Vickie Denise Newsome I personally feel that it takes determina- tion and motivation to succeed in life. Life is a thing whereas one must be aware of his her surroundings, if not, you will be lost forever. Remember, the best things in life are free plus tax. Rena Pitts Take Life In Stride. Bonnie L. Jarvis School is just what you make it and with- out it you won't have nothing. Cynthia Jackson I think that high school has been a big help to me so that when I get into the real world, and it's helped me to know the things I really want out of life. Valerie Hughley I thank my mother and father for helping me to finish school 1978-79. Thank you mother and father, LOVE YOU. Victor X. Martin Now that I have reached this point there's no more looking back, I will con- tinue to strive to reach my highest goals. Yve Chic Chriscynthia Yvette Freeman The most important thing in my life hap- pened this year, I met Mr. McCormick, a very special and friendly person in my life. I also met the love of my life, Belinda, I love you now and I always will! Paul Dupont Behind every tear there's love to heal the soul! Behind every great smile there's a tear of sorrow. . . love means trust. Babla Lashone Edwards This is the ending of my beginning. David Flowers Best wishes to the Greenwave student body and faculty, I just dropped a line for seventy-nine. Darayl Givens To the class of '80, good luck next year as seniors. John Griffith Life is not nothing; unless you try and make it something. Lisa Grimes Your life is more valuable so treasure it like you would treasure your loved ones. Finish high school and further your edu- cation if necessary. Be someone impor- tant, set your life as an example for peo- ple who admire you as their idol. Greg Hill It's been wonderful attending Spencer High for four years. The people who I've met here have been a great influence in my life and as I go on that road to suc- cess, I will never forget them. Joyce Hill I went to summer school, now I wish I hadn't. Susan Hollingsworth Your life can be as great as you want it to be, or as humble as you wish. We all are unique creations of God, therefore you can be what you want to be and how you want to be you . . . you only answer to God. Debra L. Hood Your decision now will probably affect you the rest of your life, so be wise about your decision and strive for a better tomorrow. Angela Hubbard I look toward the hills from hence my help cometh, my help cometh from the Lord. Helen Johnson AlCORN, CAROL. AMYETTE, CAROL: Scorpio, 342 31st Ave. Col, Wood Shop 1, Auto Shop I, Summer School 3, Annual Staff, Auto Shop II 4. ANDREE, KURT E.: The Cross, 119 Sigerfoos Rd. Ft. Benning, Gymnastics Team, J.V. Basket- ball, Soccer, Jesus Christ Supers- tar Prod. 1, J.V. Basketball, Gov- ernors Honor Nominee, Math Tournament, Ga. Lung Worker, German Club Pres., Latin Club Pres. 2, 3, 4, F.B.B. Swimming, Columbus College Student Model U.N., HR. Representative 3, 4, Senior Class Pres., FBLA Pres., Cornerstone Pres. 4. BAKER, SHEILA I.: Leo, Route 1, Box 38-A Cusseta, FHA 1, 2, Vica Club, American National Red Cross Member, Most Valuable Student in Chorus, Glee Club 3, Bachelorettes Club 4. 3, 4, Varsity Golf 3, 4, V. Cross Country, VOT, FBLA 4 BOSTON, GAIL R.: Aquarius, 546 B. Warren Cir. Ft. Benning, J.V. Cheerleader 2, Treasurer of •-he Junior Class, Varsity Cheer- leader 3, Pres, of the Ambasser- ettes. Treasurer of the Senior Class, Miss Senior, Yearbook, Student Council, Office Aide 4. BRADLEY, DANA JEANETTE: Gemini, 514-A Hartsock Loop, Ft. Benning, A-B Honor Roll Stu- dent 2,4. BROCKMAN, BETH: Virgo, 601 Baltzell Ave. Ft. Benning, Pep Club 1,2, Honor Roll 1,2,3, 4, Jr. Representative 3, Who's Who 3, Extra Curricular Award 3, Ensemble Choir 4, Spanish Club 4, Cornerstone Club 4. BRADFORD, JOEY. BANKS, WILLIE L. BANNISTER, GWEN. BROOKS, JOSEPHUS. BROWN, RONNIE L. BARHAM, BELINDA VALERIE: Gemini, 401 Baltzell Ave., Jr. Varsity Cheerleader 1, 2, Pep Club 1, 2, German Club 1, 2, Fol- low Me 1, 2, 2nd Place Trophy, State German Day Convention, Pacelli High School 1, Corner- stone Club 4, Varsity Cheer- leader 3, 4, Newspaper Staff P.H.S. 3, Kelly Hill Youth Group 3, CORE 4, FBLA 4, Ensemble Concert Choir 4, Kelly Hill Trio 4. BAXTER, TINA: Leo, 101 A. Run- ning Ave. Col., Girls Basketball Team 1,2,3,4, Girls Softball 2, 3. BENNEFIELD, GLENN: Scorpio, 2617 Pecan Street Col. BLACKMON, ANNETTE B.: Tau- rus, Student Council Rep. 1, 2, Human Relation Committee, Speech, Choir, Vice Pres. Stu- dent Council 3, Photo Detail Editor of Yearbook, President of Student Council 4. BOATWRIGHT, NORMA ).: Virgo, 2415 — 6th Street Col, Perfect Attendance Award 2, 3, Track Team 2, Yearbook Staff 3, Student Council, Office Aid, FBLA, VOT 4. BOLLING, LARRY. BONTA, STANLEY GENE R.: Pisces, 605 Baltzell Ave., Fresh- man Basketball, Track 1, J.V. Basketball 2, Varsity Basketball BROWN, SANDRA. BRYANT, SHAWN. BURDITT, DARRELL. BUSH, BRIEN A.: Scorpio, 305 Kawamura St. Fort Benning, ROTC 2, Spanish Club 3, Varsity Football 4, DE 4. BUTTS, GWENDOLYN: Cancer, 106 McAfee St. Fort Benning, J.V. Cheerleader 1, Spanish Club 1, Varsity Cheerleader 3, 4, Gymnastics 3, Co-Captain, Var- sity Cheerleader 3, 4, Drama Club 3, 4. BYE, PHILLIP: Gemini, 228 McFalls St. Fort Benning, ROTC I, 2,4, Spanish Club 1. BYRD, CHERYL D.: Gemini, 235 Lavoie Ave. Ft. Benning, Spanish Club 1, ROTC 1, Wavette 2, Jr. Class Representative 3, Cosme- tology Club 3, Sr. Class Repre- sentative 4, DECA 4, Ambasser- ette 3, Copy Editor of Newspa- per Staff 4. CAMPBELL, CHARLES L: 534-B Hartstock Lp. Ft. Benning, Karate Club 1, Art Club 1, 2, 3, Chess Team 1, Soccer Team 1, J. V. Football 2, Varsity Baseball 3, Varsity Baseball 3, Varsity Football 4, 1st Place Winner, Chattahoochee Fair Art Work 4. CAMPBELL, LOVIETTA LYN: Sagittarius, 133 Englander St. Ft. Benning, Girl Basketball Man- ager 2, Football, Basketball, Softball Manager for Boys and Girls 3,4, DE Treasurer 4. CAMPBELL, SUSAN LORRAINE. CARTER, HERMAN. CHESTER, FRANK: Virgo, 214 Forsyth St., Chess Club 1, Band 1, 2, 3, Wrestling 3, Senior Class Secretary 4, Student Council 4, DECA Parliamentarian 4, Ambassadors Sec. 4. COLON, JORGE. CONCEPCION, JIMMY: Scor- pio, Football 1,3. COOPER, CAROLYN: Leo, 1005 Britt Ave. COOPER, JANET E. CRAVER, CATHERINE: Capri corn, 603 Baltzell Ave. Ft. Ben- ning, Jr. National Honor Society 1, 3, German Club 2, 3, Who's Who 3, Certificate of Merit 3, Society of Distinguished Ameri- can High School Students 3, National Beta Club 4. CROWELL, BETTY: Scorpio, 1213 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. Apt. 6, Flag Girl 2, Ambassorettes Club 4. DAHL, TERRI LEE. DAILEY, SHAWN. DAVIS, LEI ANN: Sagittarius, 103 Rainbow Ave. Ft. Benning, Band 1, Choir 2. DEAN, JEFFERY. DEERING, BARRY. DENEEN, BRIAN: Taurus, 349 McFall St. Ft. Benning, Varsity Basketball Team 3,4. DERVAN, APRIL: Aries, 28 Engi- neer Dr., Tennis Team 4. DOVE, GWENDOLYN: Libra, 615 Harper Drive, Student Council 1, 2, 3, 4, Jr. Varsity Cheerleader 1, 2, FBLA 3,4, VOT 3, Girls Chorus 3, Ambassorettes Club 4. DRAKE, ALBLON: Cancer, 2207 Tillman St., Football Team 1, 2, 3,4, Track Letterman 2,3,4. DUPONT, PAUL: Libra, 2-D 116 i Roark Ct. Ft Benning, ROTC 1, j Honor Roll Student 1, 2, 4, 1 Newspaper Staff 4, Office Aide 1 4.VOT4, FBLA4. EDWARDS, BABLA: Virgo, 503- A Farley Homes, Pep Club 1, 2, j Gymnastics 3, Ambassadors 4, Ambassorettes 4. ELLIS, HENRY. ELY, DOUGLAS. ELANAGAN, MARY ELLEN: Sag- ittarius, 112 Dial St. Ft. Benning, Photographer — Yearbook and Newspaper 4, Photo Club 4, Cornerstone Club Historian 4. FLOWERS, DAVID G.: Virgo, 4- B Vista Estates, Track Team 1, Girls Powder Puff Coach 2, Library Aide 3, Science Club 3, FBLA 4, Ambassador 4. FODOR, TYREE. FREEMAN, CHRISCYNTHIA: Libra, 1279 B Edford Ave., FHA 1, 2, 3, Pep Club 1, Hawkette 2, 3, Basketball Team 2, Chess Club 3, DECA 4, VICA 4, Cosmetology Club 4. GACITA, DEAN: Gemini, 239 Austin Lp., DECA 4. GIBBS, KEVIN. GIVENS, DARYL: Aquarius, 514- D Shepherd Dr. Farley Homes, Honor Roll 1, Perfect Attend- ance Award 1, Super Student Award 3, DECA Club 4, Ambas- sador 4. GRACE, NANCY. GRIFFITH, )OHN E. Ill: Pisces, 309 Miller Lp., Football 1, Soccer Team 1, Chess Club 1, ROTC 2, German Club 2, Honor Roll 2, 3, 4, Math Club 4, Explorer Post 4. GRIMES, LISA. HALL, ALVIN. HALL, SHEILA: Leo, 315 Lump- kin Rd. Ft. Benning, Speech Choir 3, Honor Roll 3, Spirit Club 4, 2nd Attendant to Miss Greenwave 4. HAMILTON, LACY: Varsity Bas- ketball 3, 4. HANN, A. TODD: Virgo, 290 Lavoie Ave. Ft. Benning, IROTC 1, 2, 3, 4, NHS 2, Outstanding Sophomore Student 2, Mu Alpha Theta V-Pres. 3, Certifi- I cate of Merit Winner 3, Society I of Distinguished American I High School Students 3, Ger- I man Club 2, 3, Governor's Hon- I ors Program Participant 3, IROTC Drill Team Commander 4, Explorer's Post (ROTC) Pres. 4. HARDWICK, VERNITA: Pisces, 1526 Buford Ave., ROTC 1, FHA 4, Annual Staff 4, Office Aide 3, Honor Roll 4, Drill Team 1. HARREL, NICHOLAS: Pisces, 100 Cagle Lp., Ft. Benning, Bas- ketball 1, J.V. Basketball 3, Span- ish Club 3, Ambassadors 4. HARRIS, AQUA: Aquarius, J.V. Cheerleader 1, 2, ).V. Cheer- leader (Capt.) 2, Varsity Cheer- leader 3, Honor Roll 3, Student Council 3, 4, FHA 3, 4, Yearbook Staff 3, 4, Business Ed. 4, FHA (Sec.) 4, Who's Who Among American 4, Honor Roll 4, Queen of Ambassarette of 1979. HARRIS, JUDITH YVETTE: Virgo, 1210 Lammers Ave., English Club 1, Teachers Aide 3, Annual Staff 4, Library Aide 4. HARRIS, RANDOLPH E.: Leo, 500-B Hartsock Lp. Ft. Benning, Band 1, 2, 3, Cross Country Track Team 3, Jr Rep. 3, Varsity Football 4, Track Team 4, Math Club 4, VICA Club 4, Ambassa- dors Club 4. HATCHER, ANTHONY: Aries, 243 Lavoie Ave. Ft. Benning, DECA Club 4, Varsity Football Team 4. HAYES, CHRISTOPHER G.: Leo, 502 Wickersham Ft. Benning, Coin Club 2, Computer Club 3, Newspaper Staff 4, VICA Club 4, DCT Club 4. HENDERSON, D4NA: Cancer, Camelia Apartments 313 Matheson Street, Honor Roll 1, Latin Club 2. HERRING, JOHNNY. HICKMAN, MARILYN L: Aquar- ius, 317 Lumpkin Rd., Ft. Ben- ning, J.V. Cheerleader 1, ROTC 1, Concert Choir 1, 3, 4, Office Aide 3, Ensemble 4. HICKS, ELAINE: Virgo, 7204 Ses- ame St. Col., Girls Beginning Choir 1, Concert Choir 2, 3, 4, Explorer Post '72 2, 3, 4, German Club 2, Spirit Club 3, DECA 4. HIGHLAND, TOM: Libra, 241 Lavoie Ave. Ft. Benning. HIGGINBOTHAM, SHERRI D.: Gemini, 209 Sigerfoos Rd., Ft. Benning, Latin Club 3 (Roman Forum), Spirit Club 4, FHA 4. HILL, GREGORY: Sagittarius, 605 Havenbrook Ct. Apt. 5, Football 1, 4, Baseball 2,4, Cross Country 3, Basketball 1,5. HILL, JOYCE: Scorpio, 605 Havenbrook Ct. Apt. 5, Track Team 1, 3, Flag Girl 2, DECA Club 4, Ambassarettes Club 4. HILL, PATTY: Aquarius, 400 1st Division Rd., Ft. Benning, Con- cert Choir 2, 3, 4, Track Team 3, Who's Who Among American High School Students 3, National Beta Club 4, Spanish Club 4 HOLLINGSWORTH, SUSAN: Cancer, 726 Talley Ave., Girl's Chorus 1,2, Science Fair 2. HOOD, DEBRA L.: Pisces, 2118 Amos St., Student Council 1, Freshman Representative 1, Most Outstanding Representa- tive Award 1, Chorus 1, Student Council Member 2, Sophomore Representative 2, Most Out- standing Student Council Mem- ber 1977 2, Wavettes Drill Team Secretary 2, March of Dime Stu- dent Representative 2, Year- book Staff Editor 2, 3,4, Wavetts Flag Team Squad Leader 3, Human Relations Committee 3, Debate Club 4, Vice President of Junior Class 3, Teen Tempo Correspondent for Ledger Enquirer 3, Speech Chair. 3. HORNSBY, LESLIE. HUBBARD, ANGELA: Libra, 591 Fulton Ave., Perfect Attendance 2, Varsity Cheerleader 3, Ambas- sadores and Ambassadettes 4. HUGHES, HARRY. HUGHLEY, VALERIE G.: Cancer 607-D Ecanty Apt. 20th Ave., ROTC 1,2, Basketball 2. HUNTER GERMAINE. HYDE, SHERRY. JACKSON, CYNTHIA: Aquarius, 514-B Farley Homes, FHA 2, 3, Pep Club 4. JARVIS, BONNIE. 117 JOHNSON, HELEN: Aries, 537 Fulton Ave. Col., FHA 4 (SCT at Arms) Student Council 4, FBLA 4. JOHNSON, MORRIS. JONES, CHARLES. JONES, DANTHEA: Gemini, 2211 Tillman St. Columbus, Spirit Club 1, 2, FHA 2, 3, 4,1978 Miss FHA 3, Newspaper 4 JONES, DEXTER. JONES, GARY: Libra, 35-B Doaneloop Ft. Benning, Band 1, Basketball 2, 3, Annual Staff 1, Honor Roll 4, Class Favorite 1, Ambassadors 4. JONES, GERALD. JONES, JAMES EDWARD. JONES, JOHNNY: Aquarius, 4907 Sterling Ridge Col, ROTC 1, 2, 3, Drill Team 3, German Club 3, DCT 4, VICA 4. JONES, SANDRA: Gemini, P.O. Box 341 Cusseta, Library Aide 1, 2, 3, Student Council 1, 2, 4, Ambassordettes 4. JUSTICE, MARVIN. KELLY, EUGENE. KILGORE, GREG. KIMSEY, CARMEN. LACKLAND, ANTOINE: Capri- corn, 553-B Hartseck Loop Ft. Benning, Track, Student Coun- cil 1, 2, Concert Band 1, 2, 3, German Club 2, 3, Wrestling Mgr. 2, ROTC 2, 3, 4, President of DECA 4, Ambassadors 4. LOMBARDO, WENDY. MACCARO, ALICE: Pisces, 5200 Gettysburg Way, Student Coun- cil 1, 2,3, GAL 1, 2, Honor Roll 3, 4, Powder Puff Football Team 2, 3, Volleyball Club 2, 3, Varsity Volleyball Team 3, Spanish Club 4, Drama Club 4, Senior Class Representative 4, Spanish Club Representative 4. MACY, PETRA S.: Scorpio, 312-B Kawamura St. Ft. Benning, Con- cert Choir 2, 3, Spirit Club 4, DE 4. MANN, COLLEEN. MARTIN, VICTOR. MASON, DENNIS: Aries, 5675 Quebec Dr., ROTC 1,2,3,4. MATHESON, TIMOTHY. MATHIS, MONICA. MATHIS, TONY: Virgo, 133 Torch Hill Rd., Library Aide 1, Pep Club 1, Art Club 1, 2, 3, Music Club 1, 2, 3, 4, Office Aide 2, Drama Club 3, 4, Spirit Club 4, Ensemble Team 4, Annual Staff 4, Dance Team 3, Debating Team 4. McCASKEY, LEROY: Capricorn, 820 Brown Ave., Freshman Foot- ball City Champion, Varsity Football Team 2, 3, 4, Athletic Club 2, Jr. Varsity Football Team 2, Track Team 4, VICA 4, Spirit Club 4, Track Letterman 3. McCORMICK, LESHA: Scorpio, 111 Englander St. Ft. Benning, Concert Choir 1,2, 3,4. McCORMICK, SANDRA. MCDONALD, GREGORY. MclNTIRE, DALE: Aquarius, 220 Margaret Ave., JROTC 2, 3, 4, Spanish Club 2, National Honor Society, Debate Club, Who's Who, JROTC (Bn S-1) (Bn XO). McLELLAN, MICHAEL: Gemini, 509 Perkins St. Ft. Benning, NHS 2, 3, 4, Spanish Club 3, Certifi- cate of Merit Club 4, Debate Club 4, Who's Who 4, Law Explorer's Post 4. McNEALY, DEBORAH: Scorpio, 1432 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. Apt. 23, Drama 1, 2, 3, 4, (Corre- sponding Secretary), Pre. News- paper Staff 1, Student Council 1, 2, 3, Foreign Language Club 1, Spirit Club 4, Muscular Dystro- phy 1, Mardi of Dimes 1, 2, 3, Honor Roll 1, 2, National Honor Society 2, 4, Mu Alpha Theta 2, Junior Class Pres. 3, Spanish Club 4, Basketball Softball Trainer 3, Chorus 3, Quill and Scroll 3, Speech Choir 3, Out- standing Service to Idea of Brotherhood 3, Certificate of Merit 3, Wavette 3, Extra-Curric- ular Work 3, Society of Distin- guished American High School Students 2, Most Outstanding French Student 2, Most Out- standing Sophomore Repre- sentative of Student Council 2, Yearbook 4, Ensemble 4, Miss Ebonite 4, Chorus 4, Trainer 4, Most Outstanding Drama Stu- dent 3. 118 MEADOW, WILL. MELLY, LORI. MERLIN, STEPHEN. MILLS, SUSAN: Sagittarius, Get- tysburgh Way, Ecology Club 1, 2,3,4, Spirit Club 4. MOORE, BRENDA: Aries 504-A Farley Homes, FHA 1, 2, 3, 4, Spirit Club 4. MOORE, PATRICIA. MOORE, RONNIE. NELSON, JAMES: Virgo, 216 Garrett St. Ft. Benning, Newspa- per 4, Yearbook Staff 4. NEWMAN, LARRY. NEWSOME, VICKIE: Aries, 1323 Shepherd Drive Col., Wavettes 3, Flag Girl 3, Drama Club 4, DECA Club 4, Ambassodores 4, Ambassorettes 4. NOBLIN, DAVID. NORMAN, ANTHONY. NORRIS, JEROME: Pisces, 444 20th Ave. Col. NORWOOD, JANICE: Aries, 1700 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. Apt. 3 Col. PACK, ERANA. PATTERSON, ANDY. PITTS, AROLYN RENA: Libra, 2- B Rabel Ct. Et. Benning Basket- ball Award 2, 3, Softball Award 3, Junior Class Representative 3, Outstanding P.E. Student of the Year 3, Puppetry Questionnaire 4. PITTS, PATRICIA: Gemini, 716 Haven Brook Court, Col., Track 1, 2, 3, FBLA 4, Office Aide 4, Ambassador and Ambasserelte 4. POE, KATHLEEN M.: Cancer, 105 Dilbeck St. Ft. Benning, Librarian Aide 1, Spanish Club 1, 2, 3, Drama Club 1, Spanish Club President 3, High School Enrollment Program 4. PRICE, RICHARD. RABON, MICHAEL. REED, CATHY: Leo, 3116 Clover Lane, Col. RENN, DANIEL. RENN, SHERYL M.: Scorpio, 205 Lenanan Street Col., Chorus 1, Softball 3, VOT 4, FBLA 4. ROBERSON, DAVID. ROBINSON, IACQUELINE. ROBINSON, PATRICIA. RUSSELL, CERRALYN: Aquarius, 1120 Bel Mar Street Col., Home- room Representative 1, Junior Varsity Cheerleader Co-Captain 1, Honor Roll 1, 2, Miss Sopho- more 2, Wavettes 2, Treasurer 2, Powder Puff 2, Varsity Cheer- leader Co-Captain 3, Explorer's Post Treasurer 3, Society of Dis- tinguished American High School Students 3, Junior Class Officer — Secretary 3, Spanish Club 3, National Honor Society 3, 4, Student Council — Junior Representative 3, Award for Outstanding Student in Extra Curricular Activities 3, Varsity Cheerleader — Captain 4, Sen- ior Class Officer — Vice Presi- dent 4, Student Council — Sen- ior Representative 4, Ambassa- dorettes Vice-President 4, Miss Creenwave 4, Office Aide 4. SAND, TOM: Scorpio, 103 McAfee St Ft. Benning, 1st Prize German Contest N. Georgia 2, 2nd Prize German Knowledge Test 2, VICA 4. SCOTT, LYNN: Pisces, 270 Lavoie Avenue Ft. Benning, Office Aide 3, Who's Who Award 3, Super Student Award 3, Vice President of DECA 4, Office Aide 4, Honor Roll 4, Homeroom Representative 4, Ambassadors 4. SEIJO, JOHN. SHACKLEFORD, JOYCE. SHIPMAN, DEBRA: Gemini, 178 Derrickson St. Ft. Benning Black Cultural Club 1, Lancers Club 1, Letter for Cheerleading 1, Letter for Participation in Concert Choir 1, Spanish Club 2, 3, Award in Office Practice 3, Achievement in Math 3, Ambas- sadorettes 4, Student Council 4, Varsity Cheerleader 4, FBLA 4. SHIPMAN, HUGO. SHUMAKER, THOMAS. SHREVES, HEIDI: Gemini, 504 Zuckerman Avenue Ft. Benning, Student Council 1, Treasurer 1, Cheerleader 1, Honor Roll 1, Sophomore Secretary 2, Pep Club 2, Young Life 2, PYOC 2, German Club Secretary 3, Ger- man Award 3, Rensellaer Medal 3, Who's Who Member 3, Math Club 4, Core 4, Cornerstone 4, Honor Roll 3, 4, Delta Epsilon Phi 4. SIMMONS, ANTHONY: Gem- ini, 802-B Eliz. Canty Apts. Col., Award Inducaty Act 2, Award for Science Fair 3. SIMMONS, ELLEN: Taurus, 901- B Elizabeth Canty Col., Cosme tology 1, FHA 2, 3, 4, Spirit Club 2, 4, Drama Club 3, Student Council 4, FBLA 4. SMITH, JEFFERY: Pisces, Student Council 1, Defensive Back Foot- ball 3, FBLA 4. SMITH, ROYZELL. SMOOT, GERALDINE ELAINE: Libra, 601-B Farley Homes Col., Spirit Club 2, Cheerleader 3, Track 3, Gymnastics 3. SOMMERVILLE, MARY. SPARKS, TODD: Aries, 618 Bjornstad Ft. Benning Varsity Track 3, Workhouse Award 3, German Club 3, Cross Country 4, Explorer's Post 129 4, FBLA 4, Secretary 4, Varsity Track 4. STACY, DONDI: Gemini, 103 Cagle Loop Ft. Benning, Ger- man Club 1, 4, Color Guard 1, 2, 3, English Riding Club 1, Pep Club 2, Yearbook Staff 3, Debate Team 3, French Club 4, Track 4. THOMAS, TYRONE: Aquarius, 1310 Glenwood Rd. Col., Most Oustanding Freshman Football Player 1, Track 2, Lineman Foot- bali Player 2, Yearbook Staff 4. THOMAS, WILBUR. THOMPSON, IRA. THORNTON, MELVIN. THORNTON, PHILLIP. UPSHAW, BOBBY LEE: Libra, Football 1, 2, 3, 4, Track 1, 2, 3, M.V.P. Award to State in Track 1, 2, Basketball 3, Speak Up for Young Americans Week Award 3. VAOULI, TAUVELZ SULUO'O: Libra, Honor Roll 1, 2, 4, Student Council 1, Super Student Award 2. VENABLE, ROY WILLIAM. WARE, STEPHEN: Aries, 5210 Verdun Ct. Col., Marching Band 1.2, 3, 4, Concert Band 1,2,3,4. WASHINGTON, HORATIO ALEXANDER: Aries, 2325 Wil- lard St., Col., Football 1, 4, Track 2.3, 4, DCT 4. WASHINGTON, JOHN: Scor pio, 4434 Tracy St., Col., Band 1, 2, 3, 4, Class Representative 1, 2, 3. WATKINS, ROBERT: Virgo, 414- A Wilson Apt. Col., Football 1, 2, 3, VICA Club 4, Ambassadors 4. WEBER, CLIFFORD. RUMBLEY, RICHARD: Gemini, 308 Austin Loop Ft. Benning, Basketball 1,2, 3,4, Baseball 1,2, 3, Honor Roll 1, 2, 3, Band 1, 2, 3, Football 2, Math Club 4, Golf 4, Ambassadors 4. RUSH, EDDIE F.: Virgo, 60 Artil- lery Drive Col., Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4, Track 1, 2, 3, All Bi-City 3, All- Tournament Team 2,4. STRONG, ARETHA. STROUD, JENNIFER. TAYLOR, ARDENIA: Taurus, 1463 Ivan Avenue Col., FHA 1, Honor Roll 2, Ambassorettes 4. THOMAS, LARRY: Cancer 101-E Peabody Apt. Col., ROTC 1, Football 1, 2, 3, 4, Wrestling Team 3. WHEELER, HELEN. WHEELER, TWYLA: Aries, 2425 Heard St. Col., Student Council 1, 2, 3, 4, Girl's Softball Team 1, 2, 3, 4, March of Dimes 2,3, Jun- ior Glass Advisory Board 3, French Club 3, Modeled at United Nations Senior Class Advisory Board 4. WYATT, HAZEL ARLEAN: Can- cer, 1455 Ivan Ave., Wavettes 3, Ambassorettes 4, Homecoming Parade 4. YOUNG, KIMBERLY ANNE: Leo, 25-B Bouton Hill Ft. Benning, Annual Staff 1, Tennis Team 1, 2, 3, Spanish Club 2, Basketball 3, 4, Some people are gifled with urn que talents that symbolize their per sonality and their capabilities, whili others must search for the hiddet attributes that distinguish their apti tude. There is a phase in everyone's life when the sole purpose is to explorr their mnerselves in order to discovei who they are, and how they car express that individuality. 120 r i Mr. and Miss SHS Dondi Stacey and Bobby Upshaw were selected by a committee con- sisting of the administration and fac- ulty as the 1979 Mr. and Miss S.H.S. This event was sponsored by the Student Council and will become an annual event for Spencer High School. The winners were crowned at the Valentine's Dance which was held on Saturday February 17. Dondi Stacy has well established herself during her first year at Spencer. Along with being an extraordinary student she is involved in various school activities. Dondi shows her dedication to others by the service she does for teachers, especially during the advisor-advisee period and has received several hon- ors this year which include her selec- tion as an Outstanding Students and her nomination for Page One in the field of Foreign Language. She is a truly unique person with a lovely per- sonality. Bobby Upshaw has brought honors to the school in athletics during his four years at Spencer. He has per- formed brilliantly in track as well as football. He is looked upon by his fel- low comrades as the sweetest and nicest guy in school. He was voted Most Athletic by his peers. His pleas- ing personality brings sunshine to all who know him — faculty as well as students. 122 KURT ANDREE conveys his ability as a leader, a dynamic president of the senior class He has ren- dered considerable service in his community and is always friendly, helpful and jocose. JANET COOPER combines school loyalty, sports- manship, and scholarship to be a unique all around student. She is outspoken and deter- mined, and shows a natural flair for leadership. DWIGHT CLEAVENGER is a loyal, highly spir- ited young man, who has a flair for keeping others from being discouraged when the chips are down. He always has a joke to fit any occa- MIKE DEAN is a dependable, cooperative young man with a special talent to sketch and draw This talent is displayed in the sketches that appear within the pages of 1979 Spence- rian. 1979 Outstanding Students Outstanding students is one of the newest additions to the 1979 Spence- rians yearbook. This section was designed to acknowledge Miss Creenwave and the homecoming court, Mr. and Miss Spencer, the National Honor Society, Beta Club and twenty students who were spe- cifically nominated for this category. All of the twenty students were nominated by the faculty. They were selected for exceptional talents, gifts, and services that may or may not have been connected to superior academic ability. This year's twenty selectees show a variety of talent and interest which ranges from radio operation to creative dramatics. The eleven young men and nine young ladies chosen for this year's honor were: Kurt Andree, Dwight Cleaven- ger, Janet Cooper, Mike Dean, Paul DuPont, joni Gardner, Chris Hayes, Debra Hood, Alejandio lllecas, Car- men Kimsey, Charles McClellan, Dale Mclntire, Deborah McNealy, jorge Nelson, Larry Newman, Tressie Payne, Gillian Smith, Royzell Smith, Dondi Stacy and Barbara Stokes. Out of the twenty there were eleven seniors, six juniors, two soph- omores, and one freshman. Perhaps the breakdown shows that the popu- lar maxim of Seniors do it better is true after all. . . PAUL DUPONT has the ability to handle criticism well, combined with his musical talent makes him an incredible student. He is well known and like by his fellow classmates. 123 CHARLES McCLEllAN was selected tor his quiet, steadfast dedication and application to whatever task assigned He has absolute determination to achieve the zenith in areas that interest him. CHRIS HAYNES' sense of humor aides him in his strive as an excellent worker and good student. He diligently serves as writer and photographer for the 1979 Spehisco Newspaper staff. DEBRA HOOD has proven herself as a dedi- cated leader in school and community activi- ties. She shows tremendous talent in journal- ism. a tact exemplified by her editorship of the Spencerian tor two years. She is always willing to loan a warm smile and a helping hand with- out worry for recompensation CARMEN KIMSEY's ability as a loyal and trust- worthy worker has earned her an outstanding student nomination. She successfully com- bines academic ability with practical know how. This winning combination will take her far m life IONI GARDNER not only serves as a leader of the junior class, but also a leader of the student body She actively participates in her church and com- munity and maintains superior grades. She is warmly outgoing and politely outspoken ALEJANDRO ILLECAS has done exceptionally well conquering the English language as a second lan- guage He is very personable, and shows sophisti- cated finesse in (he social graces. DALE MclNTIRE is involved in several activities such as church projects, working the bov's club and still manages to be an exceptional student He is very loyal to his school. DEBORAH Me NEALY is not only charming and ________________________________________________ outgoing, but is a superior student, a superbly talented actress plain good person JORGE ME ISON is actively involved in various school projects. He is very gifted in the art of pub- lic speaking, with much satiric humor. He has a warm personality and tries to be helpful and understanding. LARRY NEWMAN has proven himself as a superior student whose natural ability to draw is his iden- tity The seal which appears on the cover of the 1979 Spencerian and lunch trays was created and designed by him. TRESSIE PAYNE has a cooperative and very friendly nature combined with true sportsman- ship which are assets to her very intellectual per- sonality. GILLIAN SMITH, best described as unassuming but capable, is not only a superior academic stu- dent, but is active in community services. She is also an able leader of the Junior class DONDI STACY having just moved to Spencer, has proven herself as a well-adapted person She is involved in many school activities and has lended much service to helping others. BARBARA STOKES has many outstanding achievements in mathematics, along with a quiet and sensitive personality, which gives her an appearance of patience and responsive- ness with all people. ROZELL SMITH is an exceptionally responsible young man His admirable skill in meeting and handling challenges, esteem for good sportsman- ship and his general levelheaded approach to life accredit him high praises Beta Club This year Spencer was fortunate enough to organize their first Chap- ter of the National Beta Club. The club based on scholastic achieve- ment, community service, and school leadership, emphasizes that we have Spencer students who highly qualify in all categories. A touching induction ceremony was held in order to give the hono- rees an official entrance into the National Beta Club. This ceremony will be performed every year to initi- ate new honorees. The Beta Club's sponsors are Mrs. Stephanie Hol- combe and Mrs. Cathy Crimes. Star Student Star Teacher Heidi Shreves was selected as the 1979 Star Student of Spencer High School on the basis of her outstanding performance on the Scholastic Aptitude Test, and her record sustained in academic excellence. Heidi chose Mrs. Martha McKindra as her Star Teacher. A banquet was held on Thursday evening February 22 to honor all Star Students and Teachers in the Bi-City areas. At this banquet the Star Student of Muscogee County was selected. 126 Spencerian National Honor Society A society of scholastic achievers who try to exemplify the spirit of academic challenge throughout the school describe the National Honor Society members. Scholarship, leadership, service, and character are the basic qualities found in its members. One of their major projects is the two inductions that are held annually. Sen- iors are given their last opportunity to join the Society in a private induction held at one of the city's famous restau- rants and in the big induction for the sophomores and jun- iors is held. Mr. Edmund Kennedy is advisor to the society. Members pictured above are l-R Donald Waddell, Penelope Forrest, Chris Brown, Dale Mclntire, Cerralyn Russell, Todd Hann, Barbara Stokes. Mike McClellan, Deborah McNealy, janet Cooper, and Kim Scholes Officers pictured to the left are L-R Kim Scholes, treasurer and Todd Hann, President; Not pictured: Allen Fox, vice-president and Larry New- man, Secretary 127 ijm flii ._HlW -I W k« H kl 'lit Gerralyn R ussell Cerralyn Russell, Ihe beautiful reigning Miss Creenwave was born February 13, under the sign of Aquarius. A vet- eran Spencerian, she has well-represented the school throughout the four years, participating in all aspects of academic and extracurricular offerings. Currently, she is a member of the Student Council, Spanish Club, Vice-presi- dent of the Senior class, and functions as captain of the Varsity Cheerleaders. Staying busy must be an inherent part of Gerry's personality because she lists palying sports, traveling and shopping as her most enjoyable relaxing pas- times. Gerralyn plans to attend college and wishes to major in Business and Spanish because she feels that these two fields will combine successfully into a challenging career. Her philosophy, “hold fast to dreams, even when they fail because the experience will bring wisdom and strength. Success, therefore is a mixture of endurance, determination and dreams that refused to die , portrays the well-balanced approach this charming young lady has towards life's continuing phases. First Attendant Dawn Higgin- botham Dawn has shown her true Spencerian nature by being involved with several activities. Such as, a junior Class Repre- sentative and a member of the Roman Forum last year. This year she participates in the Beta Club and Spirit Club. Dawn's hobbies include sew- ing, swimming, and modeling. She was able to capitalize on her modeling interests by being chosen a Gayfer Girl. Since her birthday is on june 9, Dawn's sign is Gemini. Second Attendant Sheila Hall Sheila spends most of her free time playing the piano and painting. Her other time is well spent by participating in several school activities, among which are the Spirit Club, Beta Club, and Speech Choir. Sheila is a Leo born July 31. She plans to attend Spellman College in Atlanta, Georgia. 130 Miss Senior Gail Boston Gail Boston is an Aquarius born February 16. She is quite active in school events. During her Junior year she was treasurer of the Jun- ior Class and a Varsity Cheer leader. Her Spencerian Spirit con- tinued this year as she served as a member of the Yearbook Staff and Student Council, also the Trea- surer of the Senior Class and Presi- dent of the Ambassorettes. Gail enjoys swimming, horse- back riding, and jogging. Miss Junior Kim Scholes Kim loves music! She is a mem- ber of the Symphonic Band. And her hobbies are playing the flute, piano, and dancing. An active young lady, Kim is a Varsity Cheer- leader, Treasurer of the National Honor Society and President of the Spanish Club. January 7th is her birthday which places her under the sign of Capricorn. Hi Miss Sophomore Cheryl Spires Cheryl was bom May 6th, which classifies her as a Taurus. Her hob- bies range from modeling to skat- ing. Cheryl exemplifies her school spirit by participating on the jun- ior Varsity Cheerleading Squad. Miss Freshman Sharman Jones Sharman spends her extra lime listening to music and crocheting. She is a Scorpio born October 24th. Sharman's Spencerian Spirit is portrayed during her dedication to the junior Varsity Cheerleading Squad. 132 Beauty at Its Best No man can survive in this world alone, one must rely on something or somebody. We have to interact with people and situations other than our usual environment of home and school. The community serves as an impor- tant resource to our existence, and our interaction with it helps to broaden our perception of socio- economic interrelations. 134 PLAZA GROCERY THE FOOD PLACE TRY OUR GREAT TAKE OUT FOOD BAR B Q —HAMBURGERS HOTDOGS — SCRAMBLED DOGS CHITTERLINGS RED HOT SANDWICHES FEATURING FRESH VEGETABLES GROCERIES COLD BEVERAGES 689 9479 1505 CUSSETA AVENUE, COLUMBUS, GA 1� Coming together with confidence at People helping people! To thinking, over his own him. flees from control will think for l wantYOU TO VOTE HEIDI SHREVES 140 Thank you Spirit Club for all your support in all the school's activities. We couldn't have done it without you. Keep up the good work. k|| 5 Ms-Ca,oly VWrt Wl i J Texaco Service Station , Victory Dr. Business Patrons Charles E. Huff Sr. Infernafional Funeral Home 837 5th Avenue Maj. and Mrs. William Poe 105 Dilbeclc St. Fort Benning, Sa. Mitchell H. Willis ROTC Dept. Columbus College Columbus, Ga. Robert A. Staford 751 Ray Dr. Columbus, Ga. 31904 Faye Isa bell Phenix Saw Works 1116 Broad St. Phenix City, Ala. 36867 Sandy Tarkenton 5717 Dearborn Ave. Columbus, Ga. Ha rris and Ruggs Gulf Service Station 1216 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. Mr. Ezra Lewis Community Car Wash 3960 Cusseta Rd. 687-7913 Mr. and Mrs. Fred Andrews Kathy, Charles and Micheal Poe 105 Delbeck St. Fort Benning, Ga. Unique Upholstery 3704 Cusseta Road 687 6492 Benning Plaza Music Center 1406 Fort Benning Rd. 689-1019 Professional Drafting Service Pierce Rd. Lee County P.O. Box 63 Columbus, Ga. 31902 Noah F. Jinright Glady's House of Hair Rodger Street Buena Vista, Ga. Dew's Service Station Corner of Benning Rd. and Cussetta Rd. Harvey's Soul Pit Bar-B-Que 544 Brown Ave. Phyliss Beauty Lounge 544 Brown Ave. David R. Lumpkins Wynnton Ct. Apts. Columbus, Ga. L The human body is a marvelous instrument which can be used in var- ious ways, yet the owner has to pre- pare and coordinate the parts according to the movement he wishes to make. The mind is a complex functioning unit that has to be coordinated within all phases in order to accom- plish any given task. The challenge of sports demands active coordination of mind and body in its pursuit of excellence. Coordination The Cheerleaders Spirii and Dedication . . . These words very adequately apply to the 79 Varsity Cheerleaders. The squad, sponsored by Mrs. Pamela Burton, must work long, hard, hours per- fecting their routines, stack-ups, and other cheerleading techniques. The girls try-out early in May and once selected continue to cheer together, growing in friendship until the end of Basketball Season. The girls certainly add a bright spot to the Spencer Spirit, supporting and encourag- ing the Mighty Green and Gold athletic family in losses and in victories. 146 lpman ■ Junior Varsity Cheerleaders Spirit was this year's ).V. Cheerleaders trademark. Their enthusiastic participation in the games was always evident. Hard work enabled them to be recognized. They practiced every day from 2:30-3:45. The cheerleaders also held a carwash and sponsored the hospitality room. These girls need to salute themselves with a cheer. |.V. Cheerleaders are Tacy Scholes, Donna Nicolani, Teresa Torres, Polly Pollack, Elisha Smith, Cheryl McCormick, and Robin Pittman; not pictured Lori Cooper, and Sharman )ones. Cheryl McCormick is team captain and Polly Pollack serves as Co-captain. Mrs. Banks is squad sponsor. I i 149 150 151 1979 Season This year's Spencer High School's football team had a very unfortunate season. There were many factors which contributed to this such as: the loss of several outstanding players due to graduation, transfers, or injuries and the lack of a convenient practice site. Moving to the new school really cramped the Green- wave gridiron prowess. The team literally had to begin anew and this inexperience just couldn't be overcome enough to win more than 1 of the 10 games played. The lone win was a valiant effort against Carver although a good showing was evident in the Cedar Shoals game. That winning combination just couldn't be rekindled and the season ended on a 1-9 dive. The coach is optimistic that the experience gleaned from this year's efforts will show a triumphant Greenwave season next year. GREEN Pictured Above Kneeling L-R Larry Banks, Anthony Simmons, Brian Bush, Tyrone Thomas, Bobby Upshaw, Leroy McCaskey, Phillip Thornton, Dar- rell Burditt, Ray Jackson, Anthony Hatcher, Randy Harris, Greg Hill STANDING: first line L-R: Al Drake, Ricky McGee, Ronnie Moore, Robert Giles, John Warren, David Parrish, Alvin Hall. Marlon Sharpe, Ralph Till- MACHINE man, Darrell Hammond, Charles Boston, Doug Burditt, joey Bradford STANDING: second row L-R: Rodney Giles, Tim Matheson, Sam Harris, Willie Hodge, Ricky Chauvez, Reggie Stewart, Jeff Dean, Royzell Smith, Robert Newsome, Todd Parrish, Richard Beatty, Shawn Bryant AWARDS Golden Helmet — Tyrone Thomas (pictured above) Head Hunter—Leroy vicCaskey Most Improved Back— Douglass Burditt Most Improved I ineman — Ronnie Giles Most Valuable Player — Tyrone Thomas Most Valuable Freshman — Terry Earl Coaches' Award — Larry Thomas and left Smith 1979 Season This year's Varsity Basket- ball Team showed much promise at the beginning of the year. Saturated with tal- ent and armed with an expe- rienced coach, though new to the Greenwave family, our team got off to a great start Maintaining poise through- out the season, our boys managed to achieve a credi- ble record of 13-9. The high- light of the season was an early victory over last year's champs, the Carver Tigers. Employing exciting slam dunks and twenty-foot lumps, the Varsity always keeping the crowd on their feet, finished the 1979 bas- ketball season in third place in the 2-AAAA Regional Standing. Eddie Rush, senior player led the aggressive Green- wave attack with a 24 point average per game. Royzell Smith, flamboyant senior player aided with an 18 point average, and springy Lacy Hamilton averaged 10 points per game. Spurred on by enthusiastic crowds and spir- ited cheers, the Greenwave Team finished the season with only three losses in the home gym The Varsity team members pictured bottom right are standing left to right: man- ager, Coach Richard Mahone, Royzell Smith, athaniel Bright, Stan Bonta, Rick Rumley, Kenneth Bright, Brian Deneen, Lacy Hamil- ton, Danny Braski Kneeling: Glen Bennefield, Larry Banks, )oey Bradford, Eddie Rush, Phillip Thornton, Dwight Cleavenger. v 1S4 left to Right Standing: Theresa Carlisle, Mgr., Jackie, Tina Baxter, Karen Vick ers, Tressie Paw, D'andrea Sistrunk, lackie Robinson, Vanessa Smith. Elaine lackson. Mgr Kneeling: Rosie Johnson, LaSandra Johnson, Renae Pitts, Hill, Valerie Scott, Janet Cooper. Girl's Varsity Team This year the Spencer High School Girls Varsity Bas- ketball showed their skills and abilities. Taunting many opponents our girls always promised an exciting game. They were well supported at home and well recognized for our being the only team in the bi-city to defeat the reigning Regional Champs Hardaway Hawks. Although our record may show more losses than wins, our girls proved to be a top competitor and exhibited valiant spirit and outstanding sportsmanship throughout the season. We are truly proud of our girls and next year promises to be an even more exciting season. 155 Junior Varsity Ball The Junior Varsity Basketball team was one of the best if not the best team in the city. We were so enriched with talent that several of the starters were shifted to the Var- sity Team, however, the remaining players handled all competition well. As offense was their specialty, the j.V. team always dazzled the crowd with top of the key baskets and quick- moving plays. Certainly, if this team advances next year, there will be more action and more electrifying activity. Pictured: Kneeling L-R Ralph Tillman. Robert Giles, Roosevelt Banks, Glenn Carter, Steve Hughley, Aaron Hudson. Steve Carter; STAND- ING L-R R Mahone, coach, Vinson Jones, Gary Earl, Larry Jones. Eddie Jones. Willie Hodge, Ron Rumley, Kevin Miller, Reggie Stewart and L. C. Campbell Freshman Basketball Finishing the season as number one in the bi-city, the Freshmen showed their tremendous talent and ability to work together as a team. Continuing the winning trend from last year, the boys were a fantastic group. The team is coached by Mr. Charlie Walker. Pictured Kneeling (L-R): Marlon Young, Terry lones, Mike Bradley, Warren Beaulah, Andy Griggs Standing: Kip Daniels, Anthony Owens, Terry Earl, Gerlad Douglas, Andrew Lewis, Eddie Stameslauski 156 Cross Country Although classified as a group sport, Cross Country tracking is indeed a lonely, individualistic effort. Practicing and com peting during the heat of the football season and enduring through the seasonal lag before the upsurge ot basket ball. Cross Country runners tend not to get the recog- nition and acclaim deserved. In spite of this lack of attention, Spenc- er's team finished fourth in the Regional Tournament which was held at Kendrick High Si hool, with top runners Willie Woo- lie plai ing 7th and Todd Sparks 19th over all other schools. Enthusiastic congratulations for a supe nor effort are extended to the team and the coach, Mr. Hicks. The steadfast partici- pants of the Cross Country team are Willie Woolie, Todd Sparks, Emilio Borrego, Stan Bonta, Charles Poe, and Ernest Harrell 1 it, .M t ii Boy's Track Swift as an owl, mighty as a tide there are just a few phrases that describe the boy's track team. Dedication and hard work go into the making of a great team. Our boys are striving for this and showing their sheer determination by the hours spent exercising, ton- ing muscles, and running. According to Mr. Boyd, the coach, their goal is to obtain the finest working machine in the city, county, and state. He feels that Spencer will be a lop contender this year. So watch out!!! The Spencer High School Creenwaves are here!! 161 Girl's Track I Allhough several girls respond lo the lure and challenge of (rack, only a select handful r an endure the grueling pace and spartan discipline demanded by the sport. The team was slated to participate in several local track meets and triumphantly entered qualifying Irackslers in the state Tourney pictured below, last year's suc- cessful stale contenders. D'Andre Sistrunk, slrelc hed her muscles in a light trip around the trac k. To the right, the first picture shows the team unkinking muscles in preparation for a serious work out; the sec- ond picture reveals veteran trackster Pat Pitts offering encouragement to this year's team although she is not competing and the last picture is a glimpse of the girls unwinding after a strenuous session. Tennis Team I he lennis team opened their 1978- 79 season in great shape!! Their pre- paratory time, begun in November, had been spent practicing 3 hours daily at Spencer or Lawson Field, jog- ging all over the hilly terrain of the school's extensive lot and drilling, drilling, drilling to improve wrist flex- ibility and accuracy of shot place- ment. I he season, which opened Feb. 27 against Shaw, featured six single matches and three doubles. Ms. Ann Woodall, the1 tennis coach, beginning the season with a confident expecta- tion for a flourishing success, was not disappointed. !’• lured l-R are tarry Newman, Killy Kay. lorge Melson, Ken Stephson, Wendy langslon, (iavle lames, Christine Mrosek, lane Wellman Dana Hanley. Betty Waddell. Ruth.e Wayman.' £ Ann Weidner. Rhonda Gibson, Michael Rus- sell, Karl tester. Don Waddell and Dwight Cleavenger Golf Team A swinging season. That is what is expected from the 79 Greenwave Golf Team. Last year, due to our inexperience we finished eighth in the tour- nament but this year we defi- nitely plan to putt our way to a much higher finish. In order to achieve this we will have to face off against several well qualified teams, such as Harda- way, the region and state champs last year. Enriched by last year's experience we are ready to advance to the greens, leaving a trail of birdies behind us. Golfers picfured L-R are: Kevin Miller, trme Harrel, and Ron Rumley. Pictured below, Don Maddox concen- trates on his putting '79 Rifle Team In the enviable position of number one, the ROTC Rifle Team is the best Spencer has ever had. Amassing incredi- ble totals against staunch competitors, the team has fired itself into prime contention for state and national recogni- tion. Strict discipline, long hours of concentrated practice and good academic standing are the ingredients required to withstand the grueling pace of travel and competition. According to a beaming 1 Sgt. Burke, the team coach, this year's Rifle Team has managed to ably personify these suc- cess-ensnaring prerequisites. Members pictured below are Kneeling (l-R) David DeRoche, Donald Bombard, William Haracourt, Daid Connella Standing (L-R) Doug Guth- rie, Ronnell Turner, Derrick Stevens, Gary Mullins, Keith Noblm, Dion Madin, Richard Buller, Frank Cagle, Harry Flood Not Pictured Danny Wig- ger. Baseball Team Baseball. . . Building a sound team defense and developing a con- stant hitting team will be the tactics to polish for this year's baseball team. Coach Elmore feels the team is young and filled with a lot of enthusiasm; he's looking forward to a better season than previous season here at Spencer. Retur- nees from last year include Paul Dupont, Robert Burke, Desmond Hopkins, Melvin jenerette. Tommy Lane, and Tommy Perez. The first game will be played against Baker on March 6. Girl's Softball Team Softball. . . Although suffering the severe handicap of losing several outstanding starters to other schools when the new zoning system took effect the 1979 softball team is looking forward to being 3? i in the Bi-city again this year. Miss Faye Power the softball coach is very optimistic about the team. They have been faithfully work- ing hard during practice sessions that are held in the afternoon. Sheryl Renn, Janet Cooper, Tins Baxter, Jackie Robinson, Renee Pitts and Twyla Wheeler are returned from last year. With the additional talents and overwhelming enthusi- asm of the new students and freshmen the softball team will have a sensational successful season. 166 RIFLE TEAM BOVS TRACK CIRI S TRACK 1 as a loam and I in iri idual scoring. 1979 Stale Champions. Eddie Rush — 440 yd. Dash, Mile Relay, 440 Relay lacy Hamilton— 440 yd Dash, Mile Relay, Long lump Bobby Upshaw — long Jump, Mile Relay, 100yd I ash. 220 vd. Dash, 440 yd Relay Calvin Hodge — 440yd. Relay 220yd Dash Todd Sparks— Mile Relay. Cross-Country, 120 High Hurdles, 330 High Hurdles Leroy McCaskey — 100 yd. Dash . 440 yd. Relay larry Banks— 440 yd RellW id Team) Raylackson— 440yd Relay (2nd Team) C'e'rald Flowers— Mile Relay,880yd Run, Mile Run Willie Wooley — 2 Mile Run, .Mile Run AviTR) Burrego — 2 Mile Run A ommenriahle seasortUTth Mveria Williams 0 representing the 4AAAA n-gion in the state meet m shot put utstanding performances odd Sparks. SOFTBALL ‘©It rd« Shaw Norxhsjde Kei Ha la way WameoRobins Carver Baker Columbi Jordan Shaw Northside tendril k Hardaway Warner Hi)bi ns Carver Baker SHS 14 Iordan 16 Shaw 4 Columbus Kendrick! 20 Hardaway 25 Carver 12 Baker 13 Coluift us 9 Jordan 10 Kendrick _ 8 i lardaway Involvement is essential to the existence of mankind. We thrive on the security and acceptance that group participation brings. Being active in clubs and organiza- tions helps to prepare the student for the transition from the phases of childhood into adulthood. Involve- ment gives us a sense of responsibil- ity and achievement, the freedom to express and react. 168 The Ambasserettes, sponsored by Mrs. Crawford, is the feminine counterpart to the Ambassadors. Consisting of Senior Girls, the club's aim is to promote social graces. Club members participated in the Homecoming by entering three cars in the parade. Aqua Harris received the honor of being named Miss Ambasserette for 1979. This club, along with other clubs represents a revival of strictly non- organizat ional clubs at Spencer High School. Induction for rising senior girls will be held in the late Spring. left lo Right: Betty Crowell — treasurer, Ardema Taylor — secretary, Gerralyn Russell — Vice president, Gail Boston — President. 170 left to right: Vicki Newsome, Sheila Baker, Betty Crowell. Aqua Harris, Sandra Jones, Gwen Dove. Debra Shipman, Gail Boston, Hazel Wyatt. Gerralyn Russell, Pat Pitts, Ardema Taylor, Joyce Hill and Babla Edwards, Ambassadors The Ambassadors club was reorgani- zed at Spencer this year. It is composed of senior young men who are interested in the social and cultural welfare of the school. Although they were late getting started, the club is desirous of promot- ing Togetherness at Spencer. One of its main objectives next year is to assist in the distribution of Thanks- giving to needy citizens in the commu- nity. Mr. Troy McCall is the club spon- sor. Officers pictured at left are: (front to rear) Nick Harrell, president, Larry Bolling, vice-president, Frank Chester, secretary, Rick Rumley, Ass't secre- tary, Shawn Bryant, treasurer. Left line: (front to rear) Leroy McCaskey, Shawn Bryar.t, Clarence Spann, Robert Watkins, Anthony Hatcher, Randy Harris, Joey Bradford, Larry Bolling, Nick Harrell, Rick Rumley Right line: (front to rear) Antoine Lackland, Phil Thornton, Darayl Givens, Tyrone Thomas, Kevin Gibbs, Melvin Thornton, Larry Banks, Gerald Jones, David flowers CENTER LINE: William Venable, Marvin Justice, Lynn Scott, Frank Scott CENTER: Mr. Troy McCall, Spon- sor 171 Radio Club . . . Sparc is the new club in the Spencer family. The club's aim is to teach skills in radio communication and to show how to put together and repair radios. The formation of the club was inspired by the interest and achievements of Charles McClellan and Ross Pin- son. Members find meetings fun and informative as they tinker with wave lengths and equipment. Officers are President, Charles Mclellan, Vice-president, James Rudd and Secretary, Barbara Lehman. rKtt K ! 172 Another addition to the Greenwave family is the Hot Rod Club. It consists of auto mechanic students, whose main objec- tive is to do advanced auto mechanic work. Studying high per- formance cars is one of their most interesting endeavors. The club is sponsored by Coach Mahone, who just happens to drive a high performance car. Hot Rod Club ««i REELING left to right: Ronnie Brown, Andy Patterson, Gary Iones IEET SIDE front to rear: Barry Deering, Doyle Carder, Stephen Merlin RIGHT SIDE front rear: Pete Whitmore, Richard Mahone: Sponsor, Greg Kelly 173 FRONT ROW, left to right: Mel Smith, Tommy Lane, Patrick Quezada, Barry Brown, Roberta Newman SECOND ROW, left to right: Lamar Causev Mr Nolan, Sponsor. Chess Club Among the new club arrivals here at Spencer is the Chess Club. Mr. Nolan is the advisor to this new- comer. The club is designed to broaden the minds of interested students in the fundamentals and techniques of chess. It also gives them the opportu- nity to compete with fellow Spence- rians as well as students from other schools in the battle of mental strat- egy. Officers pictured to the right are (left to right): Lamar Causey, Treasurer; Patrick Quezada, President; Tommy Lane, Secretary; Barry Brown, Vice President. 174 VJ v i Debate Team The aim of the debate club is to increase skill and finesse in the art of discussion and public speaking. The club provides an opportunity for members to sharpen their mental acquity in the art of research and ferreting out salient facts and details. The squad has been fairly active in the bi-city area and with the regional tourneys, placing first in the city and fourth in the region. Miss Ingram is the club advisor. Mu Alpha Theta is an organized group of students who meet to advance their knowledge of mathematics. Its purpose is to promote scholarship in, and enjoyment and understanding of mathematics. Three practice ciphering matches for the area high school were hosted at Spencer this year and although the school did not take first place, a laudable effort by the Mu Theta team deserves note. The team also participated in the Georgia Southwest- ern College Mathematics Tournament and The Colun- bus Invitational Methematics Tournament showing a flair and decided aptitude for complex mathematics. Mrs. Martha McKindra, head of the Math Department and Mrs. Stephanie Holcomb, instructor of the Com- puter lab are co-sponsors. Left side (front to rear) Chris Volta lean Sm.th, Gabr.lle Palk, Darrll Burditt, Lor. Cooper, Charles Smith, Todd Hann, Ricky Rumley, Center (left to right) Penllope Forest Sh.rley Sprc.ally, |ohn Griffith. Angela Teal, Heid. Shreves. Dav.d Cannella. Ken Shreves, |oni Gardner. Mike Mclellan Right side (front to rear) Jo Ann Vick. Keith Heugatter, Janet Cooper, Shellie Harris, Barbara Stokes, Bonnie la clair, Craig McCleod Deborah McNealy Officers Pres.: Heidi Shreves, V. Pres.: David Cannella. Sec Angela Teal, Treas. Barbara Stokes Sponsor: Mrs. McKindra, Mrs. Holcombe. 176 PICTURf I) IMMEDIATELY BELOW (from bottom to top): Junior Mann, Tina Ander- son, Anthony Simmons, Scott Brown, David Bowen, Michelle Brown, Mary Higarald, Mary Anderson, Danthea Jones, Frances King, William Clark, Micheal Thomas, Ken neth Rife, Ronnell Turner, Mark Hannon, Timm Martinez, Dexter Jones, Paul Dupont, Kelly Deneen, and Anglea Oliver. PICTURED AT THE BOTTOM OF THE PAGE is the Editorial team (left to right): Chris Hayes, Mary Flanagan, Jim Nelson, Eric Christensen, Tina Anderson, Carmen Kinsey, Rochelle Cllis, Terri Dahl, Chery Byrd, Celeste Harper. Darrel Burditt, Tim Worth, Mary Fitzgerald, and Mr. T. Spade, club sponsor Newspaper Working after school, selling ads, and preparing papers for the printers are the task of the Spehisco staffers, who are advised by Mr. Timothy Spade and Ms. jinx Mock. The staff is comprised of mostly seniors and a few juniors, soph- omores, and freshmen. They spend at least six hours a week on the newspaper. This year they have provided Spencerians with four issues ranging from four to twelve pages. They have also brought several beneficial changes to the newspaper. 177 Kneeling I to R: Jim Nelson, Debra Hood, Editor-in-Chief; Germaine Hunter, Linda Jackson, Gail Boston. Aqua Harris, Joni Gardner, Deborah McNealy, Jennifer Grimes, Tammy Graham Standing I to R: Brian Baker, Tony Mathis, Annettee Blackmon, Freddie Britt, Vivian Hernandiz, Carol Amyettee, Tyrone Thomas, Vanessa Smith, Anthony Rowell, Mary Flanagan, Eric Christensten, Susan Hattie, Robert Weaver. Susan Wellman, Pat Moore, Vernita Hardwick, Judy Harris, Nancy Grace, Gaby Polk, Chantay Gibson, Robert New- some. Spencerian '79ers Annual Staff A record of our migration from one place to another. That was the task placed before the inexperienced Spence- rian Staff. Plagued by numerous mishaps, and unpleasant situations, the task seemed unconquerable. However as we began to grow closer together in friendship and under- standing, the task of recording the year seemed achievable spurred on by the new school and new acquaintances we set out on a firm foundation, determined to make this year a memorable transition. We the 79 Spencerian Yearbook Staff devote this Annual with all its tribulations surpassed to the birth of the New Spencerians and the New Spencer Spirit. l t o r s r- uq T3 Photogra phers Business Staff Copy Staff Spencerian Band People The band has had quite a year of upheaval and change. After coping successfully with the fluctuations caused by constantly vanishing mem- bership, lack of a permanent practice site and the loss of seasoned players because of school transfers and grad- uation, the band had to attempt to weather the demoralizing loss of its veteran leader, Mr. Leon Brown. It is always difficult to change horses in the middle of the stream but Spenc- er's band shows scant ill effect of such an unorthodox situation. The replacement, to fill the unexpected vacancy created by Mr. Brown's transfer to Baker after 30 years of dedication to the Green and Gold, was Mr. Rush Gavin. He was able to firmly grasp the reins and refashion the band along its lines of talents and strengths into a powerful local con- tender for honors and acclaim. Primarily, the main function of the band has been to entertain during the halftime at football games, pro- vide spirited music to cheer on the griciiron battle, and participate in the band festivals. However under the direction of Mr. Rush Gavin, the band has attempted to further the students' musical knowledge and introduce them to the challenge and excitement of the various careers possible in music. As an added attraction to the band. Flag and Rifle Girls entertain the crowd adding to the overall enjoy- ment of the musical performance. The girls usually perform with the band during football games and accompany the band to the festival in Mid-Spring. The first picture shows the full 1979 Spencerian Band poised in smiling readiness to fill the air with Melodies. The second picture catches the per- cussion section at a football game as their beat pulsates the spirit of the crowcJ. The final photo proudly dis- plays the flamboyant showmanship of the 2 drum majors: Carlos Miranda and Mike Russell. 1«) 181 Actors and Actresses Drama Club Lookout Broadway, here they come!. . One of the biggest performances to hit Spencer and Columbus was the drama club's production of The Wiz . Lively dances, soulful singing, and dynamic acting captivated the audiences who came to view the production. The fascinating sets made one truly feel like a bonafide inhabitant of the land of Oz. Earlier in the year A lass Unparallel was performed for the one-act play festival at Columbus college and the one-act play competition in Americus, Georgia. Debbie Harrington received a certificate for her excellent portrayal of Lola Montez in the play. A special Christmas presentation was delivered for the faculty and parents at the Parent-Teacher Association. The Thespians should be complimented for their hard work, spirit of together- ness, and exceptional talent. The drama club is advised by the talented Mrs. Sandra Bradley and Mr. Tomothy Spade assists with some productions. from top to bottom: Robert Weaver, Howard Hunt, Steve Merlin, Mike Miller, Rotx rt Giles, Tony Mathis, Kate Ames, Christy Nelson, lora Milligan, Christy Nelson, Richard Bailey, Alice Maccarro, Tammy Best, Robin Hickman, Gwen Butts, Vickie Newsome. Robin Pittman, Evette Turner, Sandra Posey, ludy Murray. Deborah McNealy, Tina Miller. San- dra Bradley and Tim Spade. F PM CC Speech Choir This is the second year that a Speech Choir has been performing at Spencer High School. It was organized by Mrs. Glo- ria Lawrence in 1978. The club serves as an outlet for students who are interested in Readers' Theatre and Interpretative dra- matics. Although commencing activities late this year, the group has performed at P A s and other school functions. Pictured From left to Right are: Priscilla Smith, Spon- sor Mrs. lavvrence. Deborah McNealy, Yvette Turner, Debra Hood, Sheila Hall, Kurt Andree and Billy Ray WAMA Front row I to R: Claudette King, Deborah lones. Dorcel Porch. Celetha Stroud. Margaret Quillen, Chantav Gibson Back Row I to R: Hazel Brown. Eva Claiborne. Susie Peterson Front row I to R: Kneha Baker. Linda McKmght. ancv Sluder. Linda Madiga Tamana Davis, Vanessa Daniel Back row I to R: lamie Clark. Cathy Reed. Cath, Deermg. Elisha Smith. Roc helle Ellis, Diana Covington front row I to R: RoMU d prison nthnnx B'jdlr-x l r McCormuk |l«inr fl.i , Deborah Me Neils Tammk Walker 2nd row I to R: H«-tty Wadde Cufl x lohnson Rraioflmd f red Clark Morris V -ggins 3rd row I to R: Mike Russell. |o An V •« k Norma Boatwright Wanda Dawson Rosalxn Browner Belinda Barham Beth Bar nam Beth Brrxkman Palls H 4lh row I Io R: Rosu lohnson $hern Hvdr W h an Wellman Ions Main s flame la kson. tarry Daniel tammy Best Karl tester Delia Thomas Spencerian Singers The Spencerian Singers include four choirs. Two of the perform mg choirs the Concert choir and Girls' Chorus participated in the Area-wide Choral Festival that was held in March The Concert Choir also performs an annual major work at the Trinity Episcopal Church. The beginning Chorus doesn't conduct any public per- formances The Ensemble is comprised of nine singers who wish to perfect their musical talents. They perform several choral and madrigal works as well as participating in the Solo and Ensemble Festivals. All choirs are under the direction of Mr. Charles Walker 184 Spanish Club. . . Furthering their knowledge or the Spencer culture and involving themselves in projects which give them direct contact with Spanish speaking people is the aim of the Spencer Spanish Club sponsored by Miss Donna Wood. They have been active in various activities which include celebrating drive tor a Spanish family, attending a Christmas program at the Spanish mission, caroling in the halls and eat- ing at Ricardo's, a well known Mexican res- taurant. Special program tor parents to be pre- sented by the third and fourth level students is tentatively being planned. By participating in various activities and outings Spanish Club members are getting a real taste of the Span- ish lifestyle. Officers pictured adjacent are l-R Lon Cooper, secretary, Kim Scholes. president. Miss Donna Wood, sponsor, Gerald Watts, vice president and unknown, treasurer Spanish Glut) Memoers — Kim Scholes. unknown, Tracy Scholes, Sadme Hall. Gerald Watts, unknown. Gerralyn Russell. Deborah McNeallv unknown left to Right: Kells Burgm. unknown, unknown. Donna Sicolmi. unknown. Alice Maccaro David flowers. Beth Brockmann. lorge Nelson. Lacy Hamilton, unknown, unknown. Patty Hill, unknown, Lori Cooper, unknown. Anita Moore 185 Explorer's Post 72 Explorer's Post 72 was established at Spencer High School by Mr. Harry lohnson for students who are interested in photography and journalism and desire to gel actively involved in the everyday management of these crafts. The members learn different writing techniques and skills in handling a camera and using the darkroom. Pictured at the right is Mr. Harry lohn- son, club advisor talking to student Elaine Hicks. B l-1t Charlie Nugent, Carmen Smith, Richard Hall, Derek Drummond, Milicent Morgan. Mary Hanagan, lark Griffith. |im O'laughlin, terry Harks H M lohnson, advisor, loo Goodson, Larry Nowman, Sherri Sparks, presidonl ltth Cosmetology Club In order to further their study in beauty techniques and to acquire more skill in the art of cosmetics the Cos- metology Club was organized. Several trips have been scheduled for the school term to give them a first hand look at what really goes on. Mrs. Drucilla Crawford is the club's advisor. The club offers its services to the faculty and student body. They also aid the community by fixing hair of eld- erly citizens in various local nursing homes of Colum- bus. Bottom L to R: Suzie Peterson, Sonia Oblelon, Murl Ages, Antonette Gibson. Danila Bright, Celelha Stroud. Toros.� lohnson. N.dmy Grace Middle I to R: Nddino Alexander, Linda Clark, Tomeria Davis. Anita Smith. Priscilla Smith, Deborah Cravvtord. Betty Whitllesev. kun Greene. Nancy Sluder Rogina lac kson. Wendy langston Back I to R: Winona Smith. Brondal Bloodsaw, Cynthis Givens. tram is king. Carolvn Iordan. Angie Best. Belinda Graham. Betty Crowell. Carol Toombs. 187 Front row (Left to right) Sue Heard, Nadine Hall. Cedric Gibson, Kalanya Madison, Karen lones. Bar- bara Lehman Middle Row (L-R) Shermane Hartman, unknown, Mary Anderson, unknown, unknown, Paula McCormick last row (L-R) unknown, unknown Front row (l-R) Gillian Smith, Wanda Dawson, Tammy Graham, Tammy McBride, Rosie loknson, Carlos Miranda Second Row (l-R) Penelope Forrest, Flame Jackson, Anthony Rowell, Jom Gardner, Mike Russell, Nina Hill Third Row (l-R) Valerie Scott, Shirley Spradley, Gabriel Polk, Angela Teal. Bredna Bloodsaw. Yvette Turner Fourth Row (L-R) Kathy Brown, Rosalyn Browner, Danila Bright. Linda Jackson front row (l-R) unknown, unknown, Debra Crawford, Unknown, Tammy Moss, Sharon |ackson Mid- dle row (L-R) Richard Beatty, Soon )a Obleton, Lori Cooper, Faye Harris, Tina Anderson, Gerald Watts Front Row (l-R) Aqua Harris, Ion Melly, Susan Mills, Annette Blackmon, Germaine Hunter, Debra Shypman Second Row (L-R) Chryl Byrd, Helen Johnson, Gerralyn Russell, Gwen Fove. Gail Boston. orma lean Boatwright Third Row (L-R) Gwen Butts. Frank Chester, Gwen Bannister, Twyla Wheeler. Flien Simmons, Rick Rumley Student Council Provid- ing skill and experience in democratic processes and maximizing the opportunity to partici- pate in school activities are the rewards of students who are involved with the Student Council. The Student Council is one of the school's old- est organizations. It has, over the years, helped in the growth of Spencer. This year the Student Council created new activities such as coordinating plan for the selection of Mr. and Miss Spencer and the Valentine's dance and sending various members to attend and state meetings. Other activities sponsored by the Student Council include the Thanksgiving drive, student exchange day and efforts to keep the lines of communication open with Student Council members from other schools. Officers pictured above are (President) Annette Blackmon, (Vice President) |oni Gardner, (Secretary) Terrie Snead, (Trea surer) Shermane Hartman. D.E.C.A. Distributive Education is a program for stu- dents who are interested in working in the field of retailing. Typical jobs for D.E., stu- dents include stocking, salespersons in department stores, service station attendants, etc. The class studies and practices various aspects of business, such as, economics, job interviews, cash register operations, etc. Per- sons with outgoing personalities and a desire to have a job should apply to the program. The sponsor for this club is Mr. Philip Har- ding. left lo Right: Carol Alcorn. Ann Weidner, Eddie Rush, Chris Freeman, Petra Mary, Lynette Kelly. Elaine Hicks. Mike Rabon. Beth Miltner, |ohn Chap Pell Jenifer Stroud. Cheryl Byrd. Ricky Price. Brian Bush. Linda Brown, Lynn Campbell. Synn Scott, Tyrone Scott. Antione lackland, frank Chester. Daryl Givens, Anthony Hatcher, Dean Gacita, loyce Hill, Danny Renn, Vickie Newsome, larry Bolling, Mr. Harding During the 1978-79 school year the future homemakers of America members participated in various activities such as a faculty tea, bake sales and the annual F.H.A. district meeting. Their activities focus on personal growth, family life and community involvement. Their sole purpose of home economics is to help youth assume their role in today's society. Officers seated below are left to right (President) Wanda Dawson, (Vice President) Tammy Graham, (Secretary) Aqua Harris, (Treasurer) Rena Clark, (Par- liamentarian) Helen Johnson. Back Row: Jackie Graham, Helen Johnson, Vernita Hardwick, Rena Clark, Tammy McBride, Debra William, Babla Edwards. Front Row: Aqua Harris, Wanda Dawson, Rosalyn Browner, Ellen Simmons, Tammy Graham, Linda McKnight, Alina James, Kim Baxter, Danthea Jones. H o F m u e A m t u r e m o a f k e r s e r • i c a 191 German and French Club GERMAN-FRENCH CLUB MEMBERS SEATED, left to right: Gabriele Polk, Caroline Anderson, Sherry McDennel, Theresia Tiffany, Cynthia Lowery, Janice Ford, Mickey Hoffman, Denise Wilson, Jean Stevens. KNEELING, left to right: Penelope Forest, Pam Milton, Larry McQuay, James Rudd, Michel Butler, Kim Moore, Celeste Hartman, Elaine Jackson, Debbie Bartlet, Lisa Turner, Sue Haracourt. STANDING, left to right: Wayne McLellan, Jonathan Denham, Jack Todd, William Drummond, Randy Smith, James Hall, Patrick Quezada, Charles Alexander, F. Kramer — Co-Sponsor, B. Ostrander, Co-Sponsor, Sissy Farrell, John Inks. Officers pictured adjacent are (left to right); Sissy Farrell, Treasurer; Penelope Forest, Secretary; Chris Butler, and Gabriele Polk, Vice Presidents; Kim Moore and James Hall, Presidents. French German Club At Spencer, Germany and France have merged into one country known as the German-French Club This merger was due in part to the scarcity of members in the respective clubs and to answer the need for more cross-cultural exchange between and among members. The most important aim of the club is to broaden the member's knowledge of and develop appreciation for the lan- guage, customs, traditions and mores of both cultures. Their sponsors, Mrs. Kramer and Ms. Ostrander hope to instill in the students the necessity of maintaining an open mind toward other cultures. The club has had a very active year organizing Thanksgiving packages, performing Christmas carols, sam- pling the area's German, French food and participating in the World's Fair. 192 V.I.C.A. A brand new club that's raking in the honors. This is the first year that a Vocational Industrial Club of America has been introduced at Spencer. After four months of club experience, they entered six events in the Georgia VICA Skill Olympics for the South- west area and won four 1st place awards and one 3rd place award, This shows the outstanding initiative and capabili- ties of the club members. The purpose of the club is to allow the members to sample various occupational skills and requirements which will aid them in deciding which career is best suited to their abilities and personalities. Pictured at left is Phillip Thornton, Club president l-R tddie Scott, Priscilla Smith, Alvin Hall, Tyree Fodor, Kevin Gibbs, Christopher Hayes, Randolph Hams, Murl Ages, Danila Bright, Robert Watkins, Leroy McCaskey, John Cook, Kim Ware, Thomas Sands, Freda Williams, )oey Bradford, Jeffrey Austin, James Edward Taylor, Johnnie Jones, Royzell Smith, Kenny Meister. Anthony Norman and Mr J. B Cummings, sponsor. Members not pictured are: Larry Banks, Darrell Burditt, Tim Matheson, Doug Ely, Paul Dupont, Eric Huff and Greg McDonald. 193 School Aides juniors and Seniors whose schedules allow a free period may apply for positions as office or library aides. Office assistants are assigned to specific administrative offices where they perform whatever tasks assigned such as, filing, typ- ing, writing excuses, or running errands. Learning while working sums up the philosophy that guides the library aides. Their tasks include shelving and repairing books, searching for lost books, weeding the card catalogue, and doing des- ignated clerical work. There's no better way to learn vital library skills. Left to Right: William Drummond, Patty Hill, Cynthis Givens, Aretha Strong, David Flowers, Bobby Upshaw, Hiedi Shreves. Left to Right: Gwen Butts, Paul DuPont, Robin Hickman, Gwen Dove, Gwen Bannister, Danita Bright, Monika Mathis, Harry Hughes, Helen Johnson, Gerry Russell, Mary Summerville, Norma Boatwright. Susan Mills, Debra Shipman, Ellen Simmons, jamce Norwood Vocational Office Training Vocational Office Training is designed for students who are inter- ested in office work. Criteria for mem- bership is one year of typing, the ability to work well with people, and an inter- est in getting a job. The coordinator of V.O.T. is Mrs. Farmer. Officers pictured to the left are l-R Mike Shu maker. Reporter, Ed lohnson, Sgt. at Arms, Todd Sparks, Secretary, Sran Bonta, parliamentarian, Kurt Andree, President, Paul Dupont, Historian, and Janice Norwood, vice president. Club advisor, Mr. George McCormick is pictured above 1% Karate Club Another of the newer club arrivals is the Karate club, sponsored by Mr. C. C. Walker. The aim of the organization is to afford the students an opportunity to study and practice martial arts in a safe and healthful manner, and to learn to discipline their minds as well as their bodies. Students pictrued from left to right are: unknown, |ohn Cook, Yvette Turner, Unknown, Robin Harris, Tammy Best, Lisa Coles and Tommy Green. 1% js 'A, . t nr v i % Spirit Club Selling pom-poms and pins, hosting at bas- ketball games, yelling and cheering at foot- ball games are just some of the activities init- ialed by the Spirit Club. The jaunty group is led by Miss Vidrine and their principle aim is to promote school spirit by sponsoring events which initiate school unity and provide a chance for the student body to mingle socially. The Halloween which was held early in the school was such an example. front Row I to R: Tony Mathis, Shenenia Hoskin, Karen Jones, Germaine Hunter, Paula McCormick, Lesha McCormick. 2nd Row: Felicia Dawson, Katanya Madison, Vickie Kimber, Anglea Powell, Petra Macy, Michelle Bulter, Terri Snead 3rd row: Sharon Jackson, Romona Gunn, Faye Harris. Murl Ages 4th row: Lamaine Hunter, Kim Ware, Tammy Moss, Debra Rush, Lisa Driver, Kim Cheatum, Sonya Gunn, Sheila, Frankie Moore, Jackie Gunn Lisa Tink Myra Mur- ray. 197 H R.O.T.C. The purpose of the junior Reserve Officer Training Corps is to instill in its cadets leadership, responsibility, the ability to effectively communicate, and a knowledge of basic military skills as well as an appreciation of and respect for the role of the United States Army. IROTC cadets learn the virtue of leadership by participating in the many military organizations such as: the Drill Team, Rifle Team, and Color Guard A sense of responsibility is gleaned from dutiful class attendance and prideful upkeep and maintenance of the issued uniform. In spite of the serious goals and aims already mentioned, JROTC is not all work. The comradeship that results from team effort, the pride of successful competition, the excitement and fanfare of public appearance paradesand the many parties and annual balls make this organization very appealing. 7th Battalion The members of the 7th Battalion stand in correct formation awaiting inspection. Their calm expressions show that they feel well prepared to meet all challenges. Color Guard Members of the Color Guard pictured above are Charles Poe, Unknown, Don- ald Bombard, Joe Villerail. They display the sparkling brass and erect carriage that has distinguished them through their appearances this year. General Staff A glittering array of brass titles this distinguished gathering. LTC Todd Hann pictured in the center is flanked to the right by Dale Mclntire. Second Row (L-R) |o Ann Vick, Den- nis Mason, |oe Villerail, Germaine Hunter, and Charles Poe. Third Row (L-R) Ruthie Wayman, Antoine Lack- land, David Connella, Unknown, and David DeRoche. Standing to the left rear is lames. 198 Drill Team Spencer's Drill Team stands at proud and polished attention before executing some of the many exacting routines and precision drills that characterize this year's squad. ITC Todd Harm, Commander of the 1979 Spencerian IROTC 199 Educators have a unique relation- ship to students. Functioning in the dual role teacher and fosterparent, instructors must be able to meet the students needs. They teach the curious minds and questioning stares the basic compe- tencies needed for life. They guide us with understanding, and sympathy into discovering solutions for per- sonal problems. 200 Perception Admin istra tion William Arrington Joseph Gosha skiing, art, and reading 8° and music Tommy Lee basketball, pool, and hunting 202 Carolyn Ferguson reading, interior decorating Robert tones fishing Ross Pinson amateur radio 203 Delores Sanders macrame, sewing, and solving crossword puzzles Sandra Bradley reading and bowling Janie Brown reading, playing bridge and traveling Betty Aiken reading and taking care of her children Selena Andrews cooking, sewing, and playing piano Charles Carlson golf and fishing Coast Carswell sports, dancing, and playing cards Jessie Chambers hunting John Cole hunting, fishing, reading and her- petology Pamela Burton sewing, swimming and entertaining Gordan Burke fishing and gardening Drucilla Crawford bingo, and canasta Ursula Crowell gourmet cooking, reading and sailboating lack Cummings working on cars and fishing Douglas Elmore music, sports and hunting 206 Patricia Farmer reading Lillian Galbraith cooking and collecting antiques Russ Gavin Cathy Grimes reading, piano and crewel Phillip Harding fishing, and playing guitar Steve Hicks running, and racketball Marilyn Hirsch Walter Harrelson wine, women, song, and sports 207 Stephanie Holcombe swimming, shooting and read- ing Camilla Humber clowning, gardneing, and crewel Charlotte Ingram crewel, embroidery, rug making, and cooking Noah Jinright model building, fishing and hunt- ing Harry lohnson camping, traveling, and reading Edmund Kennedy model making Felice Kramer reading, and cooking Gloria Lawerence old movies, reading novels and gour- met cooking joyce Lee drawing, dancing and outdoor sports Parker Mackey sports, and gardening Richard Mahone hunting, tennis, and swimming Troy McCall music, dancing, archery and horse- back riding 209 Martha McKindra bowling, tennis, and sewing Jink Mock Attending graduate school George McCormick weightlifting, and basketball Raymond McDaniel baseball, hunting, and fishing Andrew Nolan bowling, and pool Betty Ostrander needlework, dancing ■ If Bobby Penny fishing, collecting, and stamps, and coins Brenda Power traveling Arthur Reeves fishing, and playing cards Beverly Schlitzhus piano, needlepoint, and reading Balwinder Singh reading Eugene Shaw softball, baseball and bowling 211 Claude Shumate football Linda Skinner handicrafts, and singing William Sledge all handicrafts Timothy Spade Judith Thomason Gerald Turner running, lifting weights 212 C. C. Walker sports, and singing C. L. Walker all sports Martha Williams sewing Fraser Wooldridge Donna Wood ventriloquism, macrame and traveling 213 Thomas Works music, fishing, swimming, and shooting pool Christopher Wright football, basketball, and baseball Brenda Banks Secretary to Gosha Mattie Crawford Library Clerk i n Brenda Short Secretary for Student Services Carrie Harice Secretary for General Services 214 Carol Johnson Secretary to Mr. Lee Brenda Evans Secretary for Guidance Depart- ment Eula Woodhouse Secretary to Mr. Douglass John Hill Head Custodian - _ ImK Magdalene Rivers Cafeteria Manager Annie Williams Assistant Cafeteria Manager jt Andree, president Seated: ■|Boston, Treasurer, Gerralyn Not Pictured: Frank 6 w J’ir wMj|3 ilFi-'lj [the arjchitectu Sl fi?m bf Brqj i LsystJm by Fort Benning, i|t)w of I gently terrained valid ■bruar 1,1977 when (he onl pgee CfcuntylSchootSystem I'ith ja«hammers,;Mws and t| to gilgerly,negotiate detoti iletedllthoUgh Various adjul d'bi-Jveled, air cdnditioncf icy anciesthetii car phy a 4 ’ eited In |nfe a Pk al ! verded d 1979, t i §ttent i in tbuitdij finishi Irelin which IfficieiV rmforHAn e rriple; The (levy Spencer High School, an example of ultra modern design, was planr id I Shiefds. Occupying only 6,198 acres of the total 69,68 wooded acreage leased |o i Victpry Dfive partially camouflaged from view by tall pine trees. Situated in th he of $4,106 40.28 excluding furniture and design, the new Spencer bet nv i rea ity I Wrights Associates Inc. Although not officially completed and released to the Irtu't building was occupied by Spencerians as of September 5,1978. Teachers compiled of the slubents and everyone endured the smell of tar, paint and glue and l arn debris until late October. The auditorium was the last construe tional unit to b ccj touches kept partial crews busy until the Christmas Break. Ihe finished proJuctT space, design and furnishings are tastefully and cleverly coordinated to achieve maxlrrftipn j is the multiple streamlined, rainbow hued lockers which proliferate all pverjtheM hool bright cheery accents. Lighting is recessed yet,adequate, windows ar i intefmittenlly bJ views ov,pr the woodland beatify of the campus. Space can be enlarged or reduced dep collapsiSlcysoundproof, hinged dividers that can be locked into place The library, serving as the directional n erence point of the street level i«almfc st octagonally shaped. An attractive skylight, wrap1 • around floorj,to ceiling woogKigin bookshelves, multiple learning cent drs|an(||an atmosphere of warm, airy fcomlort makes this resource c enter not only the ph sical heart of the upper flair but a favon d rein alias well All other offices and lassrooms on thisleyel radiate from the library intol Wlcvlu e ||Br-i),irTl w niatclusii'r Three ItairvWHTf cHinp (hnvamespilhiwto ihex he £mfcid floon, thr“ commons area. Ihe kitchen, featuring three serving lines, various administrative offices along with the trade a? if iijduarial uniji cluster off and around this multi purpose d , spare — It I h V' '2 m M'w- acL f!? ; The gvm. bandroom, choral room, armory and the auditorium are the only noncentralized areas and are for the most accessible for the outside. 0 1? 8� 'V • II ■ jj[. fy|� Jjlf] T This new structure has revitalized the enthusiasm and spirit of old Spencerians and is'composed of miles of carpeting tons of pamt ancTsperially designed and sized bricks. It is truly a source of pride for all w ho wear the Green and Gold. ®W.l ! . S 218 Dedicated to Service and Loyalty This year the Spencer High School Yearbook is honored to dedicate our Annual to Mr. S. Leon Brown. Mr Brown is truly an important part in the Spencerian Heritage having taught at Spencer for more than 30 years, until he bei ame a counselor at Baker High School this year. He ha Seen an inspiration to many students throughout his carper, fulfill mg the definition of the wold dedication During,this lime span Mr. Brown has certainly developed an unceasing Creenwave Spirit, which ha expresses warmly and simply as My blood runs Green and Gold”. The primary motivating force in his lift' is Mrs. Jaoie M. Brown wife and Spencerian colleague. She shares a com- mon bond with her husband, as far ps Ireingjpxlfemely dedicated to teaching and students. Her love for students has been richly exemplified this year when she noply and heroically saved a student's life. 220 Dear Student Body: adaptation to the new an In the beginning, I was very skeptical ab fi the survival of the original Spei l iid, that the school would never be the fame; and moving tS4a new building a] chang( and frustration for-me 9i, einyas | hough I had 1,0 make a great •rent om irontrienf. _ y I V Greerlvaves. I telt as man others a nevy leighborhood vvo0fd.be the s',,f,p,n ,he Spenten‘,n ih' aue If im rh. ruoi ot n-T M ce T relo. atfcp j y tM S St rauseda lol disappointment lorlhi.my people I was one oi those people ' I----------- In preparation for the move or SI IS, the School Board had to distribute all oj the Spender students Throughout the Muscogee County Schools. We, the upcoming graduaiiortclass f 1979, were scattered over the system by the School Board. Most oi the class members returned to Spencer High School, in spite of the lack of translation. That really impressed me. and I felt good seeing so many of our classmates back together for the final term of our high school years together. I must admit to the fact lhat student behavior, participation and school spirit is much bettor now than during the previous Spencer school years. I am also aware that thTnevy building and the new atmosphere is thacause of some of jhjs ew anrfurie. But I cannot helpbot to be biased against the new school because my leel.ngs are so dedicated t tH deep rooted memories of rho h rit oo j s neKtart. I pi the Shepard Drive building, with all « deep rooted memories of the heritage and traditibns of tfip I do realize that the class of 1979 is th physical antfemotjonal link between thetldVpenc confident that our spirit of cooperation and the rich pride that wbJchibit daily is| more tha continuation oi th ( reenwave heritage ■ill SJF Cl 0 . Sincerely, L 1 )rca_ - ■2 y De ra L Hood 1 ,1979 Spent.erian Yearbook lie refueling and I m February 21,1979 Spencer High School 4340 Victory Drive Columbus, CA 31903 Dear Students: The basic difference in people is attitude. Success in any arena depends on a positive outlook on the part of those involved in the task. The print iple ot positive attitude has been well demonstrated by you, our students. The smooth opening of school and su essful operation of our school in the face of the many constraints is directly attributed to your attitude and cooperation. Believing that every effort was made to make the school year beneficial to and I thank you. Each of you should he very proud of your contribution tow year. you ward you have cooperated extremely well making this a very successful school To our 1978-79 graduates, I wish for you the best in your endeavors And toiour undert lassmen, I am anxiously looking forward to serving as your Principal in the yea(s ahead. With a positive attitude and sincere cooperation, success will always be the hallmark of William H Spencer High School. On behalf of the faculty and staff of Spencer High School, our warmestatishes for a successful tuture. Sincerely, Franklin Douglass 1 w This year each of us have come thru many phases of our young lives. Now the moment has arrived tor some of us to part and travel our separate roads of destiny. We can not stand still in time for the phases of change will always carry on . . . Through the interaction with the many different people, we each were able to coordinate our innate uniqueness to form our individual identities. Because of the diligence required, in the involvement of activ- ities and relations, each of us gained an unparalleled perception of life which gives us the feeling of great anticipation for life's NEXT PHASE. � % ■