Traverse City High School - Pines Yearbook (Traverse City, MI)

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Friends: The almighty bridge between a person and the rest of the world. In the beginning of life, our family members are our only friends, but as we grow older we make many new ones. School is one of the most important places in which we meet people. We become close to a few; these are the ones with whom we hang around, share secrets, and spend the most time. Strong bonds are developed. Even though the Senior High is so big, there is still a special bond between everyone: a bond of friendship. When people are brought together as teammates, partners, or co-workers, it is often the beginning of a new friendship. Sometimes just being in the same class or club will spark a relationship. Some friend- ships are instantaneous, while others take a long period of time to develop. Friendships are one of the most important aspects of school life. They brighten our spirit and help make each school day bearable. Close friends listen, give advice, and help each other sort out ideas, wishes and problems. They trust each other to keep secrets, defend and look out for one another. “Without words, in friendship all thoughts, all desires, all expectations are born and shared.” — Kahlil Gibran Sometimes friendships come to an end. When a relationship is broken it is hard to accept; however, it is better to experience the joy and sorrow of it than to never experience it at all.

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“Dreams begin Where rainbows end.” Trojan Pride: That overwhelming, mysterious power at TCHS that every student feels in the atmosphere. As soon as the year begins, pride and spirit come alive. Participants in school activities discover a nonstop will that keeps everyone going in a positive direction. More and more students get involved in promoting fired-up feelings. Even people who are less involved in school because of jobs, homework, or just because of choice, feel the Trojan spirit. Teammates practice long, hard hours to boost the pride of the school. Everyone strives for a similiar goal. They try to be better than ever before. Clubs boost rowdiness. Parents also promote spirit and many become as caught up in the feelings of pride as their sons and daughters. Events, one after another, provide a chance for school spirit to flourish. One of the highlights of the year is homecoming, in which everyone takes part. The entire student body has the chance to work together in support of the Trojans. Getting together with friends to complete floats on time for judging is one of the most enjoyable parts of it. It is always suspenseful waiting to see each other’s floats in the parade. The homecoming game is also suspenseful, but even if the team loses, the Trojan pride is not lost and the spirit continues on. Teamwork creates a bond of unity in the whole school. Pep rallies and full crowds encourage the Trojan teams. Everyone takes pride in the good ol’ Black and Gold!