Stratford High School - Mnemosyne Yearbook (Houston, TX)

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lah noidf Senior Alan Osenbaugh speaks against shoplifting at Spring Forest Junior High. He stated, The kids became very enthused and con- cerned. l think they better understand the serious consequences ol shoplift- ing now. Living it up, Senior Lisa Migues, Junior Kris Cartwright, and Seniors John Pate and Stephanie Hauge release the tension of the Alvin High School mini-contests. Returning as winners, Junior Kris Cartwright waves the trophy she won in the finance and credit category, as Senior Lisa Migues looks on. Amazed at winning, Senior Jamie Kingsbury displays the trophy she won for apparel and accessory. During our anti-shoplitting semi- nar we dressed up like cops and con- victs to get our point across, explained Seniors Wendy Vwtzeman, Jamie Kingsbury and Ginger Griffin as they clown around in D. E . class. distributive education 45

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DZ. 77Zecma 3 ' it-.Y 3 ., N. , . .W , .1 , Q 9 et fr' f 1 S Glowing with excitement, Seniors Bonny Baxter and John Pate proudly display the trophies they won in state- wide competition. As one ol their fund raisers, D.E. stu- dents sold oranges. Helping to unload the truck, Senior Greg Coverston and Junior James Brockway said, Most of the money went to our employers' appreciation banquet. C111 1x15 3'..,,....L... 4 A N . gig iyxtg 2 73 Ja 3 N .1' :G 'A x Q' G S XJ S? '---f -B ' .. . E w tau 3 'sl X , we 'vs I xx ' l D.E. is a career adventure that allows students the opportunity to experience new occupations, which helps them to make major decisions for their future, stated Distributive Education Advisor Mrs. Hollas. Students were required to take three classes other than D.E., and then they were released to go to their jobs. This year the students not only gained experience in the job market, but also brought home several awards from the competitions they entered. Seniors Bonny Baxter and John Pate were winners in state competition in the categories of apparel and accessory, and advertising. We won a free trip to Miami to compete in the nationwide events in June, Y Seniors Stephanie Hauge, John Pate, Laura lngber and Alan Osen- baugh attend an officers' training course in Humble. Parliamentarian Laura stated, We discussed upcom- ing competitions and officers' duties. Sitting in on a lecture at the arbore- tum, Seniors Wendi Hogue, Tonia Shelby, and Laura lngber learn new techniques in marketing and advertis- ing. We were most busy in the morn- ing, commented Senior Jett Pete as he prepares to sell a customer a pen lrom the D.E. run school store. 1 l f said Bonny. Students also attended several mini-contests at Alvin High School where they received trophies in the categories of advertising, finance and credit, apparel and accessory, and general merchandising. D.E. students also prepared and sponsored an anti-shoplifting campaign. They distributed brochures, made posters, and presented a seminar at Spring Forest. Senior Jamie Kingsbury explained, We spoke to the students and had the head of security from Foley's give a lecture, Distributive education provided business contacts references and recognition. My kids are already miles ahead in experience, claimed Mrs. Hollas. It all adds up to a career to be proud of. , r , ,J W , My f ' C WW' f 1 5 , V f 'v ,J gf, f M Q .t I mga fig 2' - ir.. 44 distributive education

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'- trails to are 111144, OIQ f' ga U4 ua dll gf . Out on the floor Junior Lizzie Kelly and her date Mark Goodale dance crazily to country sounds We had a good time and got a little radical, said Lizzie M Ks xx JJ is ' S -'ir , .Qs I in ' a , Dreamy eyes show on the face of Junior Diana Medlin as she dances with Junior Klye Crow during the first song of the evening We went out that day and bought matching shirts and hats I had some people over before the dance, said D 'iana Organizing, searching and planning the annual Barn Dance is in the past now for Junior Girl President Jodi Smith. 'Jodie organized the commit- tees real well, said Junior Girl Sue Smith 46 barn dance As the rodeo drew to a close, students still in the rodeo spirit gathered to kick up their heels at the Junior Girls' Barn Dance, Friday, Feb. 29. I like the barn dances a lot better because they're more casual, commented Junior Gretchen Wichman. Mike Martin, senior, added that a barn dance provides an informal type Take this job and shove it . . sings the lead guitarist of Brazos The band brought country music to life throughout The Swinging Door. 4 'if iliiiii' .Aww , atmosphere where a bunch of friends can get together. Many couples started partying before the dance began. We went to Kevin Poynter's house and had a barbecue, said Gretchen. Junior Lois Giese also attended a party before the dance. At 7:30 p.m. dancers began to arrive at The Swinging Door near Richmond, and they danced until the band stopped playing at 12:00. Costing 325, the tickets included pictures and a barbecue dinner provided by The Swinging Door. The food, according to Junior Mitzi McCaslin, was very good. I loved that place, commented Mitzi. lt was decorated real cute. In agreement with Mitzi, Junior Debbie McCleskey said, lt was a perfect place, it had a real rustic atmosphere. There was a nice, cool place to walk around outside when it was Foolin' around on the sides, Juniors LeeAnne Leneveu, Tom O'Brien, Steve McChesney and Valerie Payne relax and mingle alter dancing on the crowded floor. Senior Sally Payne and date Fred Gradin wait in line to get their pictures taken. lt's the first kicker dance Fred has gone to, said Sally, hot or when the band took breaks. They even had a small creek with ducks swimming on it. The band for the dance was provided by The Swinging Door. lt was better than the bands they've had at dances before, said Mike. The only bad part, -rv v 1 9 D wt