Tascosa High School - Las Memorias Yearbook (Amarillo, TX)

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Rebs Adjust To Schoolwork, Activities ,X Z tg ,, REBEL STUDENTS GATHERED around to watch the burning of a Permian Panther during the pep rally held before biadistrict. Miss Willie,s watchful eye, students shouting yells and carrying signs, the fresh excitement of a candlelight pep rally, Rebel Girls presenting skits and the carving of a pumpkin add up to weeks of spirit and satisfaction for the Rebels. Rebs were busy not only adjusting to the daily routine of classwork, but to the new rules at THS. Girls found that to wear dresses shorter than three inches above the knee meant orders from Miss Williams to go home to change clothes and to make up the time they spent changing with detentions before or after school. Besides new rules at Tascosa this year, there were some new activities. Loyal Rebs fought wind and cold weather to illuminate the dark sky with red candles. The unusual rally was held on the school's front lawn with the cheerleaders leading yells from the roof. Also boosting spirit, Tascosa students made signs and participated in a march around the school which climaxed in a sit-in on the floor of the commons where they demonstrated for a victory. Rebel Girls helped urge the Red and Black on to success by making posters, giving pep rally favors, presenting skits and sponsoring a breakfast for the boys. Rebels also took part in the traditional events of the season. Since they were to spend much of Halloween at school, many students decorated classrooms and tried to persuade reluctant teachers to allow them to have a party during class. ' ,Q i s , ,nf sf, W 1 'a . f ,Q y WE'RE LOSERS SING seniors Cenci Franks, Vicki Haiduk, Nancy Lee. Billie Phillips and Jan Walker as they entertain Reb football players by imitating the other team during the pep rally before the district game. Rebel Girls performed each week during the pep rallies to help boost the spirit ofthe school and entertain the players. Other activities included poster-painting and yard favors.

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SURROUNDED BY SENIOR members of her court, Kathy Dowell. Miss Southern Belle. anticipates the exciting year that is in store for Shayne Curtis, Christy Guess, Kenny Harris, Dickie Ingram. Denise Shiver, Chris Sutton and .lohn Swedeen. Attending at the request of her as Tascosa's hostess. Seniors in the court were Fanchon Cannon, Kathy. were flower girl and charm bearer Kim and Jeff Lamb. 'Miss Southern Belle' Happiness, a friendly, warm smile, sparkling eyes and a great deal of Rebel spirit characterized Kathy Dowell, Tas- cosa's eleventh Miss Southern Belle, as she was presented to the student body in three assemblies. She was entertained by talented students and given roses and a charm on behalf of the THS students. The vivacious senior was elected by the entire student body and served as the school's official hostess through- out the school year. During a fourth assembly on 'fBack to School night, Kathy was presented to the parents and faculty attending. After the assembly, parents visited classrooms and discussed students and subjects with teachers. Representing Tascosa, many Rebels participated in the annual Christmas Tree Walk sponsored by KPUR. Students from all Amarillo schools donated to the contest. The money was used to buy and erect a giant Christmas tree for the city. Tascosa was also represented by hundreds of students who attended football games. Enthusiastic backers not only went to in-town games, but many traveled out-of-town to see the boys in action. Rebs came equipped to boost the team to victory with Rebel flags and an abundance of spirit. Rebs again participated in the annual Boys Ranch drive. To raise money for suits for their 'fCountry Cousinsf' Tascosa students held pay assemblies, bake sales, car washes and sold Tootsie Roll Pops during classes. Presented To Students PERFORMING DURING THE presentation ofMiss Southern Belle. senior Shelley St. Clair entertains Kathy Dowell and the student body.