Valdosta High School - Sandspur Yearbook (Valdosta, GA)

Text from Pages 1 - 248 of the 1983 volume:

VOCATIONAL ARTS MUSIC VOCATIONAL BUSINESS EDUCATION ✓— FOREIGN LANGUAGE KITCHEN COMMONS A.V. | ROOM LITTLE THEATER MATH LIBRARY OR IMC LIBRARY OR IMC SCIENCE ENGLISH I HOME ECONOMICS SOCIAL STUDIES School World Offers Real-World Experiences As students at Valdosta High, we had the chance to obtain the best of both worlds — the friends and fun of our relatively small realm, and the foundations for success in the world outside our school. Some of us explored foreign countries, others got a taste of military service, and still others learned a trade or practiced salesman- ship — all within the bounds of our own school walls. We indulged ourselves in the pleasures of sports, drama, and music, sometimes as spectators and sometimes as participants. We found that, between the walls of its double-diamond floorplan, VHS offered us as many opportunities for aesthetic ex- periences, athletic endeavors, and academic pursuits as we could find anywhere in the world outside our school. Students Interact With Outside World Anchored by the security of our smaller school world, we frequently explored the cade. Saturdays, and our other favorite food larger, more challenging world around ns to and entertainment establishments j� ain new experiences. Others of us interacted with the world Some of us ventured into the outside outside through participation in such school world through part-time jobs hacked by Mr. organizations as PAMS and VIIK. which Greene's Distributive Education program, conducted numerous fund-raising drives and Local supermarkets, clothing stores, and community service projects restaurants supplied many of us with after f requently during the year, the communi- school employ ment. ty came to us. providing other opportunities liven though not all of us became part- for interaction. Community involvement in time jobbers, most of us became involved in Wmnersville Week, our Homecoming the community as money spenders, fbesides parade, and our eventual state championship attending the annual South Georgia Legion in football brought together our school and I air. we regularly patronized Wendy s. Super- the world around us Seniors Dedicate SANDSPUR to Mrs. Smith Mrs. Patsy Smith, affectionately known as the Wildcat Lady,” had created numberless versions of Wildcats in her years at VHS when she added the unique paw design to her artistic repertory and instigated a surge of fresh school spirit in the process. Mrs. Smith's Art Club students made and sold paw print buttons, which quickly became popular with students and faculty alike. As evidence of the trend's popularity, rolls of paw prints inspired by Mrs. Smith's design decorated the cafeteria throughout football season. But Mrs. Smith did more than help with signs and but- tons to keep paw power strong. As big games ap- proached, the Wildcat Lady” joined in departmental skits, making pep rallies livelier with her frisky-kitten and ferocious-cat antics. In the classroom as well as in these playful scenarios, Mrs. Smith demonstrated the enthusiasm and loyalty that have made her so special to so many. To beginning art students she provided needed en- couragement and showed sincere interest in their pro- gress. For her more advanced pupils she set an example of service, inspiring them to adorn the campus with wall art, including decorative florals in offices and, of course, paw trails in hallways. In recognition of her contribution to paw power and out of admiration for her unselfish involvement in school activities, the senior class voted to dedicate the 1983 Sandspur to Mrs. Smith, one of their favorite cat people. Booking Tours of Worlds Within 10 This world is a dream within a dream; and as we grow older, each step is an awakening Sir Walter Scott Beginning with Monday’s parade, the Wildcats never ceased efforts to outdo the Vikings during the week-long Winnersville celebration. Proud of our parade showing, we went all out for dress days — especially Wednesday, when we wore overalls to make fun of the Plowboys. Thursday night at the city-wide pep rally, our football players made it plain that they intended to beat Lowndes. Friday morning we cheered as faculty members spoofed our rivals in pep rally skits, and Friday night our Wildcats outscored the Vikings 22-0. 12 A. Posing as a Viking for a pep rally skit, Mrs. Sharron Gandy feigns surprise at the at- tack of ferocious Wildcat Mrs. Patsy Smith. B. There is no mistaking which team Greg Jenkins and Mike Reed are pulling for as they cycle past spectators in the Winners ville parade. C. Don Sanders and Denise Brown purchase pom poms before Winnersville pep rally. D. Jeff Lee takes the pause that refreshes as he watches the offense move in for another score. E. Marchin' Cats join the crowd in a cheer at the city wide pep rally. F. In the Science Department s spoof of the Lowndes High band, mad scientist Grudzien pulls drum major Bruce Green toward the converting machine as Green’s comical com- rades follow. G. Doing it like no one else can, Captain Ricky Daniels Fires up the Wildcats at Thursday night’s pep rally. 13 14 A. Marching back to their places, the percus- sion section sets the rhythm. B. Sami spur photographer Todd Roop spots a good pic- ture across the gym as the seniors behind him get down to the beat of the band. C. Missy Denmark and Tricia Gibbs wait for check-out passes on Pioneer Day. D. Unusually clad Sandspur staff members Robert Pulliam and Mark McLeod disucss plans for drawing a layout. D Past, Present, Future Converge at Homecoming Using the theme Wildcats through the ages” as their guide, students began the Homecoming Week celebration with Hat Day, wearing an assortment of headgear that included styles of yesteryear and creations of the future. The week progressed with Pioneer Day, Hair Day, and Flame Day. But the grand finale — the Costume Day pep rally — topped them all as students and faculty poured into the gym wearing a spectrum of clothing ranging from nostalgic to futuristic. Ancient Egyptians, gangsters, extra-terrestrials, and more filled the bleachers as the San Diego Chicken, Mr. Mims, directed the promenade of such faculty members as Pink Panther Hjort and Raggedy Ann Taw. Amidst this confusion of past and future, the present emerged in the form of flag corps entertainment and fiery speech-making by the team captains. E. Three unidentifiable students climb the bleachers to get a better view of the Costume Day pep rally. F. Football team Captain Ricky E aniels fires up the pep rally. G. Raggedy Ann and Andy, aliases Mr. Jimmy Taw and Mr. Ansel Cox, parade hand-in-hand during Costume Day. H. Flag Corps members Stacey Bynum, Stephanie Smith, Stephanie Guess, Karmen Lyons, Jeannie Sheffield, Susan Stuart, Julie Dennard, Jennifer Purvis, Kim Farr, Buffy Lynch, and Billy Jo Guess warm up as they await their turn to perform. H 15 A. Mandy Kent plays the part of Cleopatra as she joins fellow seniors in clapping along to a pep rally cheer. B. LaFonda Blanton poses playfully with a masquerading compa- nion. C. Principal Lloyd Mims, outfitted as the San Diego Chicken, signals students to yell. D. Costumed in a can-can outfit, cheerleader Sherri Wortham dances at the Homecoming pep rally. E. Kathleen Morgan and Richard Irby prepare a motley crew of band members to play the Go cheer. Costume Day Ends as Homecoming Parade Begins Friday afternoon students exchanged costumes for less startling attire and flocked to the annual Homecoming parade. Climaxing weeks of planning and a few days of last-minute preparation, the parade included floats representing all eras. Top honors in class float competition went to the Seniors, whose papier mache alien proclaimed Yellow Jackets Encounter Wildcats of the Winning Kind.” Underclassmen and a few clubs also entered floats in the parade, with the Foreign Language Club winning First place in its divi- sion. Entitled Wildcats Curse Jackets,” their float featured an Egyptian pyramid and a sphinx. E. E.T. rides atop the seniors' space-age creation. F. Beth Singletary and Steve Kaiser man the junior float, unaware that the castle backdrop was soon to collapse. G. Class of- ficers Ginna Pilcher, Gigi Gayle, and Jana Jenkins greet the crowd as Jennifer Dille and Amanda West keep the sophomore float together. H. Freshmen Ann Singletary. April Nigem, and Lee LeFiles show off Wildcat fashions of past, present, and future. H 17 Miss Johnson, Others Make History at Homecoming As the student body celebrated a nostalgic Homecoming weekend Oc- tober 29-30, several individuals became part of future nostalgia. That Friday night, Carol Johnson earned a spot for herself in Wildcat history by capturing the title of Homecoming Queen 1982. Seven other girls gained lasting recognition as class representatives in the Homecoming court. History making continued Staur- day night, when students danced to the music of Plateau in a room decorated with paw prints and dates tracing Wildcats Through the Ages, the Homecoming theme. Frozen in time by Mr. Bill Duke's camera, several couples became part of Sandspur’s pictorial history of Homecoming '82. A. Darwin Smith, Eric Roberts, Steve Wyatt, Alonzo Miller, Kelvin Williams, David Brooks, Two Davis, and John Dowd pose after escorting the eight representatives down the field. B. Cradling roses pro- vided by the Student Council, newly crowned queen Carol Johnson poses with her mother. C. Freshman representatives Billy Jo Guess and Frankie Keeling; sophomore representative Stephanie Guess; senior representatives Emelea Wyatt and Carol Johnson; junior representatives Tracy Singletary and Sonya Davis; and Sharon Carter, representing the sophomore class, take their places in the Homecoming court. 18 C. E. G. D. Refusing to let their dressy best cramp their style, Blake Belue, Scott Quick, Ethel Mit- chell. Ginna Pilcher, Mike Kitchens, Randi Dubose, and Ken Perry show otf their dance techniques. E. One couple strikes a romantic pose as the dance beat slows down. F. Celestine Hand, Lawrence Wade. Joel Jackson, Andrew Robinson, and Altricia Payton socialize in the lobby while the band is on break. G. Students jam shoeless to the beat of Plateau. F. 19 Hard Work Evens Odds at Southern Open With a record of four out of six years the odds favored rain, and rain it did on the Seventh Annual Southern Open Band Competition held October 23 at Cleveland Field. Determined to produce the competi- tion despite the rain, NJROTC cadets served dutifully as ushers; band students and parents worked in the con- cession stands and ticket booths; and math teachers and aides worked in the press box to tally scores. Like the rain, the judges also went with the odds. For the sixth time out of seven years, judges awarded the title to the underdog” in the finals. Colquitt County High, from Moultrie, Georgia, advanced above the favored Hillwood High from Nashville, Tennessee, to become the sweepstakes champion. 20 F A. Volunteers Mr. Mike Rogers and David Mims check over competition score sheets. B. Concession workers Nancy Smith and Kathy Buzzeo chat while watching competing bands. C. NJROTC members Ken Beaty and Scott Daniels find a dry spot in the press box to watch the competition. D. Director Joe David, assisted by Richard Irby and Juliet Purvis, prepares Southern Open trophies for the evening award ceremony, being certain to keep them shielded from the rain until then. E. Trumpeter from Terry Parker High School leans back for power at the climax of his band's performance. F. Float announc- ing the Southern Open awaits the beginning of the Win- nersville Parade. 21 22 Will-Be Team Puts Chill on Has-Beens By a score of 14 to 7 the Will-be team beat the Has-beens in the annual bout held on a cold, windy March even- ing at Cleveland Field. For the March 11 event, seniors dressed in motley outfits that depicted their personal characteristics. Jeff Lee, for instance, bore his nickname on his chest. Senior cheerleaders also fixed funny hair-dos and put on special outfits for the annual game. Sherri Wortham and Caroline Malik punked their hair with grease, while Sandee Hall and Marissa Lathrop chose more casual outfits. In the wild and zany half-time show, the Has-been football players danced for the spectators, who huddled to keep warm during the blustery weather. Missing from the half-time festivities was the traditional performance of the Has-been band, but the Marchin’ Cats did support both teams, playing pep tunes and the fight song from the stands. G A. Berke Holtzclaw. back-up Will-be quarterback, rushes for yardage through Has-been defenders. B. Will-be cheerleaders move to the beat of ■ Rocky.’' C. Will-be band plays the fight song as their players score. D. Has- been cheerleaders Sandee Hall. Sherri Wortham, and Caroline Malik throw up their arms in ecstasy as Rob Mitchell catches a T.D. pass. E. Marissa Eathrop screams out a cheer as Has-beens dance at halftime. F. Jeff (Chili Dog) Lee displays disgust as the Will-be’s score again. G. Has-been defensive players close in for a tackle, (photography by Bill Duke) Southern Beauty Mitzi McDonell Wins Miss VHS Crowi With its jazzy Southern Nights theme song and elegant plantation setting, the Miss VHS Beauty Pageant took on an at- mosphere of excitement as thirty junior and senior girls made their initial promenades. Framing the Southern mansion backdrop, a large tree and a garden of greenery gave each contestant an elegant background against which to model her apparel. Appropriately enough, the judges’ choice was professional model Mitzi McDonell, a junior and an employee of Eileen Mitchell’s Models and Talent. In responding to a question posed by Jerry Purvis, Junior Class President and emcee of the contest, Miss McDonell in- dicated that she would be going to New York in the summer to interview with various modeling agencies. Besides the Southern beauties, the pageant also featured entertainment. Highlighting the singing by Carol Williams, Jim Rensenhouse, and Debbie Willis was Miss Williams' version of Sweet Georgia Brown.” B A. Miss VHS 1983, Mitzi McDonell, poses for naming of runners-up. C. With a sparkling smile Harrison, first runner-up Dotty Jo Brown, thir photographs after the pageant. B. Secily Wilson and tiara. Miss McDonell poses with other runner-up Melanie Nelson, and fourth runnel blissfully embraces Dotty Jo Brown after the finalists, including second runner-up Michelle up Secily Wilson. D. Ten semifinalists — including Marissa Lathrop. Dotty Jo Brown, Michelle Har- rison, Marites Carnes, Altricia Payton, Melanie Nelson, Mitzi McDonell, Carol Lindsey, Leecy Davis, and Secily Wilson — smile for the audience. E. Finalist Dotty Jo Brown pauses for a moment before answer- ing the question presented by emcee Jerry Purvis. F. Karessa Bass models a ruffled jumpsuit for casual wear competition. G. Contestant number seventeen, Cathy Burnette, models a green-sequined dress dur- ing evening gown competition. H. Carol Williams entertains the audience, while con- testants backstage hastily change into casual 25 — Photography by Mr. Bill Duke — Prom Lights Up a Night” Twinkling stars on blue backgrounds decorated the room as formally attired juniors and seniors strolled with their dates into the city auditorium's multi- purpose room for the Junior-Senior Prom. Even the weather enhanced the prom's Southern Nights theme, with May 7 being a typically warm South Georgia evening. To make the evening special, many couples had dinner out before arriving at the auditorium around eight. Girls in antebellum gowns and their tuxedo-clad dates added to the elegant atmosphere as couples danced to the music of Brine Holmes and Friends until midnight. A A. Becky Gray and Mark Skinner take a break from dancing with Catherine Miller and her date, Lee Bice. B. Freshmen Chalana McFarland, Dawn Pompey, April Nijem, and Ann Singletary serve refreshments to the up- perclassmen and their dates. C. One of the first couples to arrive, seniors Kennedy Cooper and Cathy Seward take to the dance floor. D. Dur- ing the band’s break, Gina Richardson and her date Jack Johnson get refreshments as a crowd gathers in the lobby. E. Odette Griffin and Eric Carter show that juniors can get down, too. F. Assistant principal Mr. Don Allison checks in- vitations as Junior Class President Jerry Purvis and his date Beth Harris arrive. Behind them Steve Gandy enters. G. Getting their money's worth, seniors Scott Quick and Greg Prine sport top hats and tails at school Monday following the prom. H. Bone Holmes and Friends get the music going. I. Lisa and Michael Herbert, Kim Quiggins, Donna Via and her date, and Gina Richardson and Jack Johnson chat in the lobby. I 27 'Bouncy’ Proco pio Wins Mr. VHS Contest A. Carlos Paige hams it up for the photographer. B. Fellow contestants Greg Prine, Scott Quick, jon Reeves, and Chili-Dog Lee carry the new Mr. VHS, Frank Pro- copio, to the judges' table to receive his prizes. C. Greg Prine appalls the judges with his sexy legs. D. Frank Procopio and Mitzi McDonell, the reigning Mr. and Miss VHS, strike a pose resembling that of Beauty and the Beast. Seniors Say 'Grad Nite' Is — Wheel — Their Cup of Tea D A. Sponsors Miss Sherri Howard, Mrs. Stephanie Sum- mers, Mrs. Beverly Smith, and Mrs. Patsy Smith sport their Grad Nite' t-shirts at school on Monday following the Disneyworld trip. B. Cammie Buerry, Jim Rensenhouse, Amy Louttit, Mary Taormina, David Furukawa, and Benton Anderson entertain themselves during the four-hour bus ride to Orlando, Friday, May 13. C. Having accompanied Senior Melanie Nelson to 'Grad Nite,' VHS alumnus David Parker poses with seniors Tom Farley, Jill Hitchcock, Alan Alvarado, Monica Elliott, Frank Procopio, Sherri Wortham, Brad Martin, Marissa Lathrop, and Scott Quick in the Magic Kingdom. D. Melanie Nelson gets a hug from Mickey Mouse dressed in cap and gown. E. Frank Procopio, Monica Elliott, Brad Martin, and Sherri Wortham enjoy a ride in the Madhatter's teacup. E 29 May 31 st Brings Caps, Gowns, Tears — and Cheers! A B 30 C A. Accompanied on the keyboard by Allen Metts, Lisa Mathis sings the class song, Up Where We Belong. B. Graduates toss their caps in jubilation following Mr. Mims' traditional declaration, You have graduated. C. Sisters Karen and Sharon Robinson lead the way as Nicole Roesch and Todd Roop join the procession of their row to the platform to receive their diplomas. D. In his com- mencement address, Jim Rensenhouse speaks of Foundations of the Past to a capacity audience at Valdosta State College P.E. Complex. H E. Marty Carnes helps Barbie Carmichael adjust her cap and bangs before the graduation procession begins. F. Barry Herrin receives his diploma and a congratulatory handshake from Dr. R. B. Quattlebaum. G. Honor graduates Alan Alvarado, Benton Anderson, David Carlson, Michele Crosby. Sandy Gallagher. James Gore, Barry Herrin. Paul Johnson, Jeff Lee, Leigh Powell. Phillip Reid, Jim Rensenhouse, Greg Sanders, Mary Taormina, and Allen Young await Mr Mims' cue to be seated. H. Kristi Arrington and Ken Beaty exchange congratulatory hugs after the ceremony. 1. Members of the fifth row stand at their seats as they await the return of classmates receiving diplomas on stage. 31 In the arena of human life the honours and rewards fall to those who show their good qualities in action Aristotle 33 Athletes are no longer the only students at Valdosta High whose team participa- tion is rewarded with a letter to be displayed on a jacket. This year students who participated at the Region Literary Meet, on the Math Team, or in the Academic Bowl also received letters — academic letters. Students who earned exceptional scores on the Scholastic Aptitude Test received letters, too, at the first-ever Academic Banquet held May 5 in the Valdosta State College dining hall. Key speaker for the affair, VSC Presi- dent Dr. Hugh Bailey addressed the students on the merits of education and the value of their achievements. Highlighting the evening was the presentation of the honors letters by Mr. James Dewar, Chairman of the Board at Park Avenue Bank. Students Receive Honors Letters at Debut of Academic Banquet 34 Jj UAI STUDENT TEACHER ACHIEVEMENT RECOGNITION Anderson, Miller Win Georgia Tour Computers and computing now play an im- portant part in everyday life, so it should perhaps come as no surprise that this year’s STAR student was Benton Anderson, an avid computer programmer who chose as his STAR teacher Mrs. Barbara Miller, a computer math instructor. As the school’s STAR, Anderson competed at various levels for higher honors. Having the highest Scholastic Aptitude Test score locally qualified him for district competition. There he won not only the title of District STAR student, but also a cash award and a tour of the state with his STAR teacher and other district STAR students. F A. Mr. Mims displays the new varsity letter for honors as Mrs. Hugh Bailey and Mrs. James Dewar look on. B. Mr. James Dewar. Chairman of the Board at Park Avenue Bank, presents Doug Frank with his varsity let- ter. C. Superintendent Ralph Brandon looks on approv- ingly as Mary Taormina receives her varsity letter from Mr. Dewar. D. STAR student Benton Anderson searches his disk for a computer program needed to complete an assignment in Mr. Perry Baskin s Advanced Lab class. E. Kiwams Club President Henry Hall congratulates Ben- ton Anderson and his STAR teacher. Mrs. Barbara Miller, at Honors Night. F. Mrs. Miller helps Terri Pulliam with a program in the computer room, as David Mims looks on. 35 B A. Mr. Mims presents Mary Taormina with a plaque proclaim- ing her Best All-Round Senior as other superlatives applaud the announcement. B. Senior Rick Cutforth accepts a certificate designating him an appointee of the United States Air Force Academy. C. Seniors Sandy Gallagher and David Carlson receive congratulations on their scholarship awards from the Moody Officers’ Wives Club. c 36 Civic Groups, School Officials Present Host of Honors Night Awards Students of diverse abilities and interests receiv- ed recognition and congratulations at the annual Honors Night ceremony May 9. Representatives of such community organiza- tions as the American Legion, the Daughters of the American Revolution, and the Exchange Club attended in order to present a variety of civic awards. Other community sponsors presented students with scholarships including the Beth Burnette Memorial Scholarship, the Moody Officers’ Wives Club scholarship, and an Air Force Academy appointment. Later, Mrs. Virginia Wisenbaker announced the names of the students who had received member- ships in honor societies or distinction in National Merit competition. Mr. Mims then announced the honor graduates, special spirit and leadership awards, and, finally, the Superlatives, ending the evening by announc- ing the name of the Best All-Round Senior. D. For the benefit of the parents in the audience, Mr. Mims points out the many trophies won by the students. E. Senior Jeff Lee accepts the Exchange club's Student of the Year award. F. Outstanding NJROTC cadet Sean Cupp accepts the American Legion's gold medal from Superintendent Ralph Brandon, as Mr. Mims announces the winners of the silver and bronze medals. 37 Department Heads Congratulate Outstanding Students Once the community awards had been presented, the Honors program continued as department heads presented deserving students with awards for exemplary per- formances in various subjects. Each department recognized its most outstanding freshman, sophomore, junior and senior. Awards not pictured include: ART: Ross Smith (9), James Fountain (10), Eric Bass (11), Malinda Edwards (12). ENGLISH: Gayle Robinson (10), Beth Singletary (11); SPANISH: Kristi Arrington. ALGEBRA II: Michael Johns; PHYSICAL SCIENCE: Louis Gonis; PHYSICAL EDUCATION: Robert Johnson. ROTC: William Burns (10), Valica Johnson (11), Ken Beaty (12). HISTORY: Patrick Prater (9), Sharon Hart (10), Doug Frank and Joel Weaver (11), Sandy Gallagher (12). CONSTRUCTION: James Martin; ELECTRO-MECHANICS: Joey Tip- pett; GRAPHIC ARTS: Tom Farley. DISTRIBUTIVE EDUCATION: Lisa Herbert: HEALTH OCCUPA- TIONS: Mandy Kent. INDUSTRIAL ARTS: Carlos Paige; METALS: Mark Levy; TRANSPORTATION: David McNair. A. Mrs. Lee Pulliam announces the Outstan- ding English Students, including Louis Gonis, freshman; and Lisa Mathis, senior. B. Outstanding Science Students Joel Weaver, Laura Faussone, and Benton Anderson ac- cept certificates from Mrs. Martha Smart. C. Mr. Mike Rogers introduces Teresa Moore, freshman; Doug Frank, junior; Benton Anderson, senior; Louis Gonis, freshman; and Jim Rensenhouse, senior, the Outstan- ding Math Students. D. Mrs. Sharron Gandy presents Junior Bret Busch with the Outstan- ding French Student award. E. Lieutenant Commander Larry Cupp presents Joseph Gombas with the Distinguished Cadet award for first year ROTC students. F. Coach Charles Tarpley presents senior Melanie Skiles with the Outstanding Female Physical Education Student award. G. Assis- tant Principal and Vocational Supervisor Mr. James Bridges hands out vocational awards to Irvin Thomas (Diversified Cooperative Training). Donna Via (Business Education), and Randy Riggs (Drafting). 39 Jeff Lee SENIOR SUPERLATIVES Melanie Skites MELANIE SKILES — Running ... water- skiing ... Student Council. .. matgirl co-captain ... IOP . .. loves clothes ... pizza and french fries ... Mel... running ... remembers pep rallies ... track . .. cross country ... running. JEFF LEE — Chili Dog” ... Defensive Captain ... AAAA Champs . .. calculus ... Exchange Club Youth of the Year ... weightlifting ... waterskiing ... loves bikinis .. . football ... Junior Class Presi- dent ... Honor Graduate .. . pure WILDCAT! BENTON ANDERSON — District STAR .. . does math best... laid back” .. . Governor’s Honors .. goes for DEVO” ... National Merit Scholar .. . call him B.S.... Georgia Tech Recognition Award Scholar ... regrets research paper ... Honor Grad ... on teachers: I like them all!” Benton Anderson 40 Cammie Buerry Blake Belue Superlatives on Mr. Mims: A big bear with a ferocious growl, but a puppy dog at heart.” The best cheerleader VHS has ever had!” David Mims CAMMIE BUERRY — Who's Who in Speech and Drama ... loves old movies ... Best Region Actress ... I mean totally” ... Oral Interp... French, French, French ... the Shrew . . . from Drama Club Presi- dent to Broadway star? DAVID MIMS — Team Manager .. . foot- ball . . . Key Club ... National Award for Excellence . .. loves fried chicken . .. sports ... computer math ... Auburn ... WILDCATS! BLAKE BELUE — Class Pres. .. . Football Captain ... Baseball Captain ... Hoss” ... Key Club ... SANDSPUR sports layouts . . . offensive line . . . winning smile. 41 MARY TAORMINA — The total prep” ... loves shopping .. . Debate team ... Outstanding English student... regrets C’s in Calculus ... SANDSPUR editor ... AmyandMary ... National Merit Scholar . . . Neat” . . . third honor graduate . . . Muffy.” Superlatives and other AP English students circle up for Mrs. Pulliam. Jim Rensenhouse Mary Taormina Sandy Gallagher 42 JIM RENSENHOUSE — JP . .. Outstand- ing Computer Math student... I’m not a prep!” ... Petruchio . .. Debate team Pres, ... Awesome” ... National Merit Com- mended Student. .. Proctor and KAMble ... honor grad ... COMPUTE! SANDY GALLAGHER — Valedictorian ... gymnastics ... one-act play ... I’m so confused!” ... Math team ... Georgia Scholar ... That’s deep” ... BETA Club Ya’ll” . . . loves Chic-Fil-A ... the park . . . Emory bound for sure. SENIOR SUPERLATIVES Ricky Daniels David Carlson Monica Elliott RICKY DANIELS — football. .. Defensive Captain ... AAAA Champs ... loves fried chicken . . . Best Defensive Lineman ... Taps” ... All Region ... T.V. keeps him happy .. . All State ... Chorus ... bound for Univ. of So. Carolina ... FOOTBALL. DAVID CARLSON — DC art.. . trumpet section leader . . . screenplay: Rocking Horse Winner . . . Moody Officers’ Wives Club scholarship . . . ZAPPA ... honor graduate ... lunch with Kenneth Clark . .. SANDSPUR staff. . . BAND HO! MONICA ELLIOTT — Pep rallies and paw prints ... matgirl... artist... Oh, whatever” ... bat-girl ... loves seafood, especially King Crab legs” ... SANDSPUR ... Sophomore Class President... Miss VHS 1982 . . . Ma-Ka-Na.” 45 Barry Herrin SENIOR SUPERLATIVES Juliet Purvis JULIET PURVIS — Flagcorps feline . . . Class Treasurer ... loves lobster . .. modeling .. . track .. . cross country ... That’s excellent” ... Sophomore Homecoming Representative ... SANDSPUR staffer ... Jolly-ET” ... loves those Marchin’ Cats . . . misses Flagcorps most. Chris Major CHRIS MAJOR — football AAAA Champs ... All-Region Team . . . Hugie Bear” . . . Georgia High School All Star ... remembers the Lowndes game .. . loves food ... cookies .. . sleep .. . FOOTBALL. BARRY HERRIN — Hooah!” .. . Gover- nor’s Honors ... Debate team VP . .. com- puters ... honor graduate ... loves rac- quetball, followed by lunch . . . high adven- ture in the great outdoors ... Merc ... I’m entitled to my opinion!” 44 Jimmy DeCarlo Mandy Kent Superlatives on VHS: FOOTBALL! ”• • • the closest thing to college any high school stu- dent will ever know. , ? Lisa Mathis JIMMY DeCARLO — team trainer ... Who’s Who ... Most Outstanding Junior Class Artist... of favorite teacher, Mrs. Patsy Smith: An overgrown kid!” ... loves those mall murals ... FSU bound. LISA MATHIS — Newest member of the Go-Go’s” ... BETA Sec’y-Treas.... Jelly Bean” . . . anything goes” clothes ... Governor’s Honors ... God, here’s your big chance” ... Salutatorian . . . PUNK OUT! MANDY KENT — Student Council Pres. Goldengirl” ... Who’s Who ... the great outdoors .. . Most Outstanding, Health Occupations .. . Distinguished American High School Student... Nurse Kent? 45 Roop photo In a world as empirical as ours, a youngster who does not know what he is good at will not be sure what he is good for.” Edgar Z. Friedenberg 47 1-AAAA State Champs Arrive! When asked if he could sum up the reason for the Cats’ success in one word. Coach Hyder immediately responded, '‘Unselfishness.” To that he quickly added, ’Team- work,” to clarify what he meant. What Coach Hyder described in these two words was the magic formula of players, coaches, and managers working together with more concern for the welfare of the team than for the satisfac- tion of any individual. This was the key to the Wildcats’ state championship win. A. Brad Martin, Mark Perry, Kennedy Coope and Ricky Daniels lead the charge onto th field. B. Head coach Nick Hyder stands amon the football coaching staff: Bob Bolton, Mar DiBois, Mike O'Brien. Jerry Don Baker, Hydei. Freddie Waters, Charles Tarpley, Jack Rudolph and A1 Akins. C. Coach Hyder and team physi cian Dr. Jose Campa stand with the managers Cyrus Netter, Allen Robinson, Jimmy DeCarlo, Hyder, Dr. Campa, David Mims, David Bragg Martin Campa, and James McCloud. 48 D. In a solemn moment before the big game, the team huddle for the Lord's Prayer. E. Ricky Daniels embraces a weary Monte Davis in a jubilant moment after the state win. F. As the rain-soaked crowd rushes onto the field for a spontaneous victory celebration, the scoreboard declares the outcome of the Peachtree-Valdosta playoff finale. Valdosta 42 SCOREBOARD Way cross 14 Valdosta 27 Westover 6 Valdosta 35 Monroe 0 Valdosta 19 Thomasville 10 Valdosta 67 Albany 7 Valdosta 41 Colquitt Co. 7 Valdosta 17 Dougherty 14 Valdosta 22 Lowndes 0 Valdosta 35 Central 0 Valdosta 21 Tifton 7 Valdosta 10 Region 1-AAAA Playoffs Thomasville 7 Valdosta 21 Tifton 7 Valdosta 29 State Playoffs Coffed 18 Valdosta 14 Warner Robins 7 Valdosta 10 Peachtree 7 49 Offense Scores Team Success One important ingredient in the success of the W'ldcat offense was the kind of teamwork that Coach Hyder described as unselfish'; another key factor was talent. Led by captain William Collier and co- captain Blake Belue, a unified offense rush- ed for 1623 yards and scored 410 points. Combined, the talents of several in- dividuals contributed to the squads success. Freshman Tony Anderson led the region in punt returns, and junior quarterback Ted West completed 66 of 122 pass attempts for 965 yards. Parnell Bee, fourth in the region for in- dividual rushing, carried the ball 104 times for a total of 614 yards. A. Tony Anderson eludes Bulldog defenders to make big yardage against Waycross. B. The 1982 Wildcat Offense: FIRST ROW: Herbert Lowe, Bernard Rose, Mark Mor- risey, John Nitschke, Jeff Gardner, Jeff Bell, William Dixon, Steve Gandy, and David Thomas. SECOND ROW: lien Reaves, Ted West, Joey Sullivan, Demetrius Patter- son, Jeff Davis, Pernell Bee, Mark Perry, Scott Braswell, Eric Henderson, Scotty Net- ter, Tony McKinney, Mario Smallwood, and Jeffery Holmes. THIRD ROW: Jon Reaves, Brad Martin, Berke Holtzclaw, Hose a Heard. Darrell Leonard, Tim Chapman, Jim Godbee, Greg Sturtevant, Dion Price, Charles Foster, Carl Scott, Victor Waymon, and William Collier. FOURTH ROW: Johnny Crook, Henry Mabry, Randy Crews, Tony Anderson, Dana Brinson, Monte Davis, Rob Mitchell, and Blake Belue. B 50 C Coach Hyder congratulates Blake Belue foY a job well done. D. Pernell Bee picks up key first down against Central of Thomasville. E. Mark Perry makes a clutch catch during the Central game. F. Protected by William Collier, Dana Brinson struggles to find a hole in the Central defense. G. With the help of Monte Davis, Ted West runs the option to perfection against Lowndes’ defense. G 51 Strong Defense Paves Way for Wildcats Like its offensive counterpart, the Wildcat defense worked as a team. Together they halted opponent after opponent, paving the way for the Wildcats' region and state champion- ship wins. Leading the region in rushing defense, the Cats gave up only 484 yards. They ranked strong third in pass defense, allowing only 854 yards and 133 points in an extended fifteen-game season. Though no single defensive player stood out in the region stats, the defen- sive squad made its total presence known statewide. A. Coach Rudolph goes over defensive sets with his starters during the Central game. B. The 1982 Wildcat defense: FRONT ROW; Greg Bryant, Jerry Williams, Derrick Folsom, Derran Armstrong, David Waller, Willie Lewis, Leon Johnson, Tony Johnson, Kelvin Johnson, Kevin Johnson, and Roy Mitchell. SECOND ROW: Brad Lastinger, Elijah Holmes, Darrell Robinson, Michael Spencer, James Robinson, Jerry Freeman, Randall Redish, Ernest Marghram, Adrian Morrison, Ivory Sapp, Stacy Williams, Mike Martin, and Jeff Lee. THIRD ROW: Tyler Talley, Ozell Ramsey, Jeff Spivey, David Davis, Kennedy Cooper, Frank Abney, James Wakefield, Jimmy Lewis, Aundra Irvin, and John Porter. C. Jeff Lee makes a key in- terception against Lowndes. 52 D. Derrick Folsom, James Robinson, Leon Johnson and Ricky Daniels swarm a Coffee County running back. E. John Porter and Jeff Lee sandwich Westover running back. F. Defensive captains Jeff Lee (18) and Ricky Daniels (94) discuss strategy against Warner Robins with teammate James Robinson. Coaches Oversee A. Andrea Irvin, number 22, gets in position to make open field tackle. B. Jeff Spivey leaps to make key in- terception, preventing Waycross T.D. C. John Porter makes first quarter tackle on Peachtree quarterback. D. Mike O'Brien, coach of the offensive backs, observes the offense in action. E. Defensive line coach Freddy Waters scrutinizes the defense at work. F. Tony Anderson picks up a difficult three yards on a first down conversion dur- ing the Lowndes game. G. Berke Holtzclaw holds the ball in position for Herbert Lowe to kick an extra point. H. Freshman Johnny Crook watches the Cats from the sidelines. I. Dana Brinson forearms Coffee County defender to pick up extra yardage. 55 56 A. Dana Brinson struggles to keep his footing against the Lowndes defense. B. Pernell Bee takes the hand-off from Ted West before running into Warner Robins' defense. C. Jeff Spivey stops Peachtree runner in state championship game. C Players, Cheerleaders Have 'Grrreat’ Season Grrr . . . says it all for players and cheerleaders who sparked the Wildcats to a 15-0 season and the state cham- pionship title. With grimaces and groans, the Cats opened holes in tough defenses, dashed for yardage through masses of defenders, stretched for interceptions, and dove for tackles. Cheerleaders offered their share of grimaces, too, as they watched their team suffer occasional setbacks. But their expressions more frequent- ly revealed intense involvement, anxious expectation, or cautious concern. These expressions always turned to grins, however, as the Wildcats cap- tured victory after victory. D. Captain Marissa Lathrop and co-captain Ellen Parnelle scream for defensive strength at the state game. E. With her favorite player's number painted on her cheek and a wistful look in her eyes, cheerleader Sandee Hall watches the Cats struggle against the Demons. F. Cheerleaders celebrate the 16-0 score in the third quarter of the Lowndes-Valdosta game. F 57 Wildcat Hoop ster s Hang Tough Throughout Difficult Season Sweat and hard work prevailed over new head coach Mike O’Brien’s first season, which proved to be one of difficult transition. After Roger Rome announced his resignation last spring, Coach O'Brien came in to fill the position. He brought with him a new plan for off-season workouts that involved more practice and perspiration than ever before. Though O’Brien’s new team won only three of their twenty-two games, the Cats never quit trying. At the 1-AAAA South sub-region tournament held at Colquitt County’s Gladys Espy Gym, they overcame a 26-10 halftime deficit against the Thomasville Bulldogs to come within four points, losing to the Dogs 47-43. After the defeat, Coach O’Brien expressed his admiration for his team’s scrappy effort: We were down by a bunch at the half, but our kids fought back and showed the pride they have.” A. Moses Daniels attempts a corner shot over the outstretched arms of a Central player. B. Basketball players pose with their coaches. FRONT ROW: Greg Dailey, Willie Jones, Mark Perry, Ted West, Greg Wilson, Lorenzo Thompson, Moses Daniels, Todd Gamble, Tim Register, and Ervin Dailey. BACK ROW: Head Coach Mike O'Brien, Ninth-Grade Coach A1 Aikens, Derrick Folsom, Thomas Dowd, Bruce Parker, Wallace Campbell, Jerome Ber- rian, Mike Worthy, Joel Weaver, Undrea Way, and B-Team Coach John Miller. C. Tim Register displays some fancy footwork as he dribbles past Lowndes opponents. 58 G D. An exhausted Ervin Dailey takes a breather alter a strenuous half. E. Bruce Parker. 32, outjumps Central for a potential rebound. F. Todd Gamble makes a leisurely dunk in the home game against Lowndes. G. While Ervin Dailey, 15, looks on, Moses Daniels. 31, leaps for a hook shot. F 59 Basketball Cheerleaders Boost Spirit With Stunts c A. Basketball cheerleaders stack up for a collapse stunt at the Lowndes-Valdosta game. B. Performing a stunt dur- ing time out are the basketball cheerleaders: Gigi Gayle, Ginna Pilcher, Caterina McHellen, Susan Dalton, and Robrette McRae; on top is Stephanie Roberts, and kneel- ing is Chandra Kinlaw. Randi Dubose, another member of the squad, is not pictured. C. Gigi Gayle, co-captain, gasps as the Wildcats fall behind. D. Captain Robrette McRae discusses plans foe the next stunt during a Lowndes-Valdosta game. E. Basketball cheerleaders go through the motions of Get up and move. 60 A NINTH GRADE GIRLS — FRONT ROW: Michelle Robinson, Rhonda Glade, Michele Alligood, Obtrica Henry, Rita Barnette BACK ROW: Coach Ellis, Tangela Lowe. Sande Popwell, Avis Weatherspoon, Machelle Johnson. B. NINTH GRADE BOYS — FRONT ROW: Tim Mitchell, Chyon Sim- mons, Rod Calvin, Mac McGuryt, Benji Perry, Donald Rhine, Donald McKinney, Randy Mat- chett, (not able to be identified), Hosea Heard, Wayne Reed, Lenice Williams, Jeffrey Holmes, Curtis Anderson. Irvin Davis, and Coach Aikins. C. B-TEAM GIRLS — FRONT ROW: Lisa Ir- vin, Cassandra Foster, Chris Duvall, Wendy Ir- vin, Tersa Fender, Rhonda Ingram, and Felicia Henderson. BACK ROW: Stephanie Weatherspoon, Karen Scott, Patricia House, Jackie Motes, Jackie Walker, Sharon Scott, Sam Batie, and Coach Ellis. D. B-TEAM BOYS — FRONT ROW: Manager Earl Crews, Darrell Blair, Monroe Gamble, Sylvester Kitchen, Ber- nard Bradley, Victor Walker, and Manager Eric Stewart. BACK ROW: Coach John Miller, Eric Sharpe, Robert Jones, Anthony Brown, Henry Mabry. James Edwards, Ronald Glade, and Mike Smith. 61 Lady Cats Shoot for the Top Quit while you’re ahead might well have been the by-word of the Lady Wildcats and their coach this season, but only if this expression is interpreted to mean Finish on top. Turning in a 15-8 record, the Lady Cats ended their season ahead of other competitors. But they found themselves saying good-bye to their coach of four years. Having taken the Lady Cats to four consecutive sub-region tournaments and a state final two years ago, Coach Jo Ellis resigned her position to return to college, where she hopes to complete her Master’s Degree and pursue her goal of coaching at the collegiate level. Like her coach, one Lady Cat in par- ticular exhibited the ambition to finish on top. Leading the region in scoring, Andrea Roberts averaged 19.6 points and 10 rebounds a game. With these statistics she earned for herself a unanimous selection to the All-Region Team and the most distinguished award possible, Girls’ Player of the Year for Region 1-AAAA. SCOREBOARD Valdosta 69 Tift Co. 52 Valdosta 56 Colquitt Co. 52 Valdosta 65 Dougherty Co. 60 Valdosta 67 West over 27 V� Uio«� 50 Lowndes Co. 49 Valdosta 59 Thomasvtlle 56 Christmas Tournament Valdosta 51 Lowndes Co. 44 Valdosta 57 Cook Co 61 V.idow. 75 Lamer Co. 20 Valdosta 55 Lowndes Co. 56 VMon 62 Brooks Co. 58 Valdosta 55 Colquitt Co. 56 Valdosta 45 Central 52 Valdowa 48 Atkinson Co. 52 Valdosta 47 Thomasville 40 Valdosta 77 Albany 55 Valdosta 69 Lanier Co. 18 Valdosta 64 Central 72 Valdosta 7} Atkinson Co. 75 Valdosta 81 Brooks Co 54 Valdosta 60 Monroe 45 South Sub-Region Tournament Valdosta 5) Colquitt Co. 48 Valdosta 51 Lowndes Co. 65 A. Coach Jo Ellis watches intently from the sidelines. B. Lady Wildcats pose for their team picture: FIRST ROW: manager James McLeod, Cassandra Foster, Lisa Irvin, Stephanie Weatherspoon, Chris Duvall, Felicia Hender- son, Shevon Peeler, and Wendy Irvin. SE- COND ROW: Darlene McCormick, Bridget! Harrell. Sam Baty, Lisa Conaway, Andrea Roberts, Ronnie Melvin, Connie Weathers- poon, and Coach Jo Ellis. 62 F C. As Andrea Roberts, 35, goes up for a jumpball. Ron- nie Melvin, 31, awaits the tip. D. Andrea Roberts strains to get past an Albany Squaw. E. Shevon Peeler and An- drea Roberts double-team a Lowndes Vikette. F. Bridgett Harrell, 33, shoots for two during one of the three Lowndes-Valdosta season games. 63 Wildcat Wrestlers Grapple Way to State Such slogans as Winning is something, but pinning is everything and No pain, no gain; no power, no glory, characterize the philosophy of the Valdosta High wrestlers. By hanging in for the pin and grappl- ing for the glory, the Cats compiled a near perfect season, downing Suwanee's three-year AAA State Champs and los- ing only to rival Fitzgerald High. Wildcat wrestlers pinned their way to a first place finish at the Cook County Invitational Tournament and a second place finish at the Southwest Tourna- ment in Macon. When Valdosta hosted the Region 1- AAAA championship meet, Wildcat wrestlers did not let the home crowd down. Winning their third consecutive region title, all fourteen wrestlers qualified for the state championships held at Atlanta's Cobb County Civic Center. Heavyweight Leon Johnson took third place in the state by pinning Tift County nemesis Roy Hart, who had been picked to win the state title. Scott Richardson also held his own, placing sixth. With fifty-six teams competing at State, the Wildcats wrestled their way to twelfth overall. A 64 A. In the finals of the Region I-AAAA Championships. Jack Priest cradles a Tift County opponent. B. Securing a single leg, Terry Wortham holds off a Westover Patriot. C. Heavyweight Leon Johnson turns Tift County's Roy Hart for near-fall points. D. Ripping for a switch, Frank Abney scores a reversal during a match against Fitzgerald. E. With a crossbody ride, Greg Prine attempts a takedown of his Monroe opponent. F. Var- sity wrestlers pose for a team picture: FRONT ROW: Andrew Kaiser, Scott Richardson, Terry Wortham, Steve Kaiser, Craig Klement, Mark Levy, Greg Prine, and Greg Jenkins. BACK ROW: Coach Jim Landrum. Leon Johnson, Victor Waymon, Jimmy Lewis, Frank Abney, Dan McLeod, Jack Priest, Clay Powell, and Craig Jenkins. F 65 — David Furukawa photo — A. Craig Klement's Dougherty opponent bridges as Klement squeezes a reverse half- nelson. B. Mark Levy jerks a Westover Patriot with an arm bar at the region cham- pionships. C. Junior Varsity wrestlers pose for their picture. FRONT ROW: David Furukawa. Louis Gonis, and Pat Prater. BACK ROW': Coach Jim Landrum, Jerry Stacks, Bill Greene, Kevin Lancaster, and Jerry Purvis. Team Members not present in the picture include Tony Alexander, and James Wakefield. D. Victor Waymon scores a reversal with an inside switch against a Dougherty Trojan. D 66 Matgirls Beauty, Spirit to Wrestling A. 1983 Varsity matgirls include FRONT ROW: Melanie Nelson, Captain Sheri Wortham, Co-captain Melanie Skiles, and Juliet Purvis. MIDDLE ROW: Stephanie Guess, Jana Jenkins, June Powers, Kay Culbreth, and Kristine Coleman. BACK ROW: Sponsor Miss Viki Cannon, Diane Reed, Tracy Singletary, Karesa Bass, Leecy Davis, Mitzi McDon- nell, and sponsor Mrs. Nancy Hjort. B. Tracy Singletary keeps score while Jana Jenkins and Melanie Skiles yell for Wildcat pin. C. Wrestling Booster Club president Ed Sanders gives matgirls instructions for selling Booster Club memberships. D. Sheri Wortham and Juliet Purvis keep track of close match. 67 Baseball Cats Win Big, Lose Hard According to several senior baseball Wildcats, this year's season was a nice 'un. Winning fourteen out of eighteen games, the Cats had a better than successful year but did not reach their anticipated goal, the region title. Having won the sub-region cham- pionship by defeating Monroe 7-4 and 6-2, the Cats lost to Tifton in the region playoffs. In the first game of the playoff series, the Cats struggled to keep their lead but lost to the Blue Devils by one run. This loss put the Cats in a defensive position as they traveled to Tifton needing to win the final two games of the series. Even though the Cats gave the Devils a run for their money, Tifton prevailed 6-4. A A. Varsity Baseball Team Members: FRONT ROW: Fred Goff, Al Hiding, Lorenzo Mat- chett, Greg Jenkins, Craig Jenkins, Ken Israel and Jerry Purvis. MIDDLE ROW: Phil Boggs, Tommy Schunoff, Ted West, Mark Perry, Mickey Hotcaveg, Steve Gandy, Chris Ruff, Rick Rupp and Ferrell Scruggs BACK ROW: Ben Reaves, Blake Belue, Brad Lastinger, Mike Moore and Marty Shiver. B. Assistant coaches Bob Bolton and Jimmy Taw flank Head coach Charles Tarpley. C. Coach Tarpley poses with team captains Marty Shiver, Blake Belue and Ben Reaves. D. With Greg Jenkins backing him up, Mark Parry forces Lowndes' Carl Parker out at second. 68 D SCOREBOARD Valdosta 10 Colquitt Co. 7 Valdosta 7 Lanier Co. 2 Valdosta 11 Lanier Co. 9 Valdosta 23 Thomasville 3 Valdosta 3 Tifton 8 Valdosta 10 Central of Thomasville 3 Valdosta 10 Lowndes 3 Valdosta 32 Brooks 3 Valdosta 7 Colquitt Co. 2 Valdosta 1 Tifton 2 Valdosta 8 Brooks 3 Valdosta 21 Thomasville 3 Valdosta 26 Central of Thomasville 9 Valdosta 3 Lowndes 4 Sub-Region Championship Valdosta 7 Monroe 4 Valdosta 6 Monroe 2 Region Championship Valdosta 9 Tifton 10 Valdosta 4 Tifton 6 F G E. First baseman Blake Belue scoops the throw from shortstop Greg Jenkins to make an out against Moultrie. F. Ben Reaves trots around the bases after hitting a homerun against Monroe. G. Starting pitcher Ted West rifles the ball home as Moultrie leads off the batting. H. Rick Rupp Fires the last pitch, adding the Central of Thomasville game to his win list. H 69 A. Catcher Marty Shiver mitts the third strike. B. B-Team baseball players: FIRST ROW: Brad Coleman, Carl Sellars, Tony Dinkens, John Retterbush, Tonny Hancock and Ralph Guarino. SECOND ROW: Joey Tippett, Troy Toth, Chris Lastinger, Ron Rhue, Phil Meeks, Ernie Bishop and Joey Crosby. THIRD ROW’: Brent Moore, Mike Smith, Howard Wright, Kyle McLeod, David Thomas, Brett Ganas. FOURTH ROW: Martin Campa, Jon Reaves, Brian Parker, Steve Milani, Mike Martin, and Marshall Fleming. C. Baseball managers include Lee Lefiles, David Mims, Matt Mink and David Bragg. D. Leading off the inning, Greg Jenkins anticipates the pitch. D 70 Batgirls Support Cats With Smiles A. Batgirls pose along the gym stairs: TOP TO BOTTOM: Mitzi McDonell, Monica Elliott, Leecy Davis, Sherri Wortham, Tracy Singletary, Juliet Purvis, Melanie Nelson, Kay Culbreth, and team mascot Shannon Taw. B. Kay Culbreth jogs back to the dugout after delivering Cokes to the umpires between innings. C. As teammates approach home plate to give the glad hand to a fellow player, Mitzi McDonell retrieves the homerun bat. D. Melanie Nelson follows the action at first base from the shade of the dugout. E. Leecy Davis takes a break from her duties to chat across the fence with Brad Martin and Jeff Lee. 71 Tennis Cats Take Game, Set, ” A. Coached by Mr. Jimmy Carter (not pictured), boys tennis team members include: FIRST ROW: Michael Furukawa, Kibby Wagner, Reggie Merritt, Mark Lees, Simon Lee, and David Addington. SECOND ROW: Randy Riggs, Alan Burns, Jon Paris, Billy Gibbs, Sean Miller, David Johnson, Alan Alvarado, Gabe Hotard, and Eric Anderson. B. Steve Gandy concentrates on a forehand as the ball approaches. C. David Johnson stretches to complete a serve while Sean Miller takes a break to retie his shoelaces. D. Difficult backhand shot forces Ethel Mitchell to rush forward. E. Melanie Nelson rushes net to return a tricky drop shot. F. Running crosscourt Alden Dowling returns with a powerful backhand. G. Girls tennis team members include: FIRST ROW: Angie Gould, Ginna Pilcher, Cindy Nelson, Ethel Mitchell, Melanie Nelson, and Alden Dowling. SECOND ROW: Sandy Freeman, Mandy Smitherman, Denise Fields, Sylvie Ganas, and Coach Frank Hjort. THIRD ROW: Missy Thorne and Christy Scharf. Accumulating only six losses the entire season, individual members of the boys tennis team scored a season total of 57 victories. Eric Anderson, a freshman and the number one player, contributed a hefty share of these victories, com- pleting the season undefeated. The team as a whole chalked up several memorable scores, including 9-0 wins over Lowndes and Madison, and a trying 5-4 victory over Columbia. At the All-Sports Banquet in May, trophy winners included David Johnson and Sean Miller, Most Spirited; Gabe Hotard, Most Im- proved; and Eric Anderson, Most Valuable Flaver. — Todd Roop photo — Lady Wildcats Rule the Courts Although comprised of a majority of young players, the girls tennis team started the season on a successful note by defeating Lowndes 6-3. Later, the girls showed team im- provement as they again ruled the Vik- ings on the court, this time 9-0. Other victories included a 9-0 rout of Thomasville, a 7-2 win over Bainbridge, and a 7-2 defeat of Madison. Overall, matches for the season total- ed 50 wins and 33 losses. Several girls received trophies for their efforts. Sylvie Ganas and Alden Dowling nabbed the Spirit Award; Ethel Mitchell, the Most Improved; and Melanie Nelson, the Most Valuable Player. F G 73 Lady Track Cats Leap to Sixth at State Like lionesses on the kill, the Lady Wildcat track team devoured the region, outrunning and outleaping all other competitors to post a perfect record in regular season competition. Having won every regular season meet in Region competition for five consecutive years, the Lady Cats stalked their prey to Albany, where they retained their fifth straight Region 1-AAAA Championship title. In the state meet, the girls clawed out twenty points, landing only ten points away from second place. Individuals who pounced ahead of the pack include Darlene McCor- mick, who flew by everyone to win the Region mile and 880 yard runs, and Connie Weatherspoon, who tore open the Region competition in the 440 yard dash. With cheetah-like speed, the mile relay team of Connie Weatherspoon, Rita Barnett, Valerie Bell, and Darlene McCormick captured se- cond at State, running the third- fastest AAAA time ever recorded in the state of Georgia. B A. Darlene McCormick attempts four feet, four inches in high jump competition. B. Lady Wildcats stop to get their team picture taken: FRONT ROW: Rhonda Washington, Avis Weatherspoon, Carrie Oliver, and Darlene McCormick. BACK ROW: Coach Dick Sturtevant, Angela Bell, Jill Lingefelt, Valerie Bell, Rhonda Glade, Rita Barnette, Melanie Skiles, Sonya Davis, Juliet Purvis, Jennifer Dille, Connie Weatherspoon, and Coach Jerry Baker. C. Darlene McCormick eases over the high jump bar. C 74 D SCOREBOARD VHS 55 Tifton 51 VHS 70 Thomasville 38 VHS 65 Lowndes 43 VHS 62 Tifton 42 VHS 64 Lowndes 49 Madison, Fla. 21 VHS 64 Lowndes 44 Thomasville 28 VHS 71 Brooks Co. 29 Region 1 AAAA Championship 1st place State Championship 6th place D. Juliet Purvis kicks up to get added distance on her long jump. E. Carrie Oliver keeps pace with a Brooks County Trojan in the two-mile run. 75 Cross-Country Team Has banner Year A. Darlene McCormick warms up before the race. B. Darlene McCormick. Juliet Purvis, Carrie Oliver, Wendy Irvin, Coach Dick Sturtevant, Lisa Irvin, Melanie Skiles, and Stephanie Weatherspoon raise the team's banner. C. Melanie Skiles, Lisa Irvin and Juliet Purvis line-up with Waycross team members for the two-mile run. D. Carrie Oliver and Melanie Skiles show exhaustion and endurance as they approach the end of the course. 76 Golf Team Swings Fourth-Place Finish in Region Tourney Contending with ten teams to deter- mine the final standings in the region, VHS golfers took fourth behind Westover, Tifton, and Moultrie in a tournament held May 10 at Moultrie’s Sunset Country Club. In regular season play, the team claimed a 356-364 victory in a dual match with Thomasville. At the annual Spring Sports Banquet, several golfers received recognition from Coach Jack Rudolph. Rick Rupp took the trophy as Most Outstanding, having stroked the season's lowest score of 78 in a match with Lowndes. Another top honor, the title of Most Valuable, went to Tim Parker. Newcomer Ross Smith was named Rookie of the Year, while Matt Stanaland was cited as Most Improved. 77 Gun it, swing it, stretch it, hurl it, smash it, shoot it, sink it, make it, do it to it! 79 4caetemic Books are a world in themselves, it is true; but they are not the only world. The world itself is a volume larger than all the libraries in it. TI William Hazlitt 81 Mr. Mike Rogers Department Head Mrs. Sybil Coley Mr. Charlie Davis Mrs. Barbara Harrell Mrs. Barbara Miller Mr. John Miller Miss Mary Oxley Mrs. Mary Ann Saliba Mrs. Kathy Sheeley Mrs. Tina Strickland Mrs. Jeanne Tarpley Mrs. Madonna Terry Mrs. Peggy Wilkes Math Faculty, Students Work One-to-One D 83 B Hard Work, A Little Play Characterize Science Department A. Mr. James Burroughs points out to his biology class the anatomy of a snake. B. Science department teachers gather for a group picture just after their hilarious imita- tion ot the Lowndes Marching Vikings for the Winnersville pep rally. C. Students in Mr. Jimmy Carter's Physical Science class work hard on an assignment. D. Freshmen crowd around Coach Mark DiBois, physical science teacher, as he registers students for spring quarter. 84 Mr. Perry Baskins Mrs. Kay Burroughs Mr. James Burroughs Mr. Mark Dibois Mr. Bruce Green Mr. Henry Grudzien Mr. Gary Mims Mr. Richard Sturtevant Miss Julie White D 85 Small Groups, Strange Get-Ups Appear in English Department Mr. Frank Hjort Mrs. Joyce Lewis Mrs. Ava Mills Mrs. Gnann Moser Mrs. Evelyn Rosser Mrs. Norma Gail Spencer Miss Eloise Terry Mrs. Tallulah Whitesell E A. Lynnette Moses gesticulates while discussing something amusing with Mrs. Pulliam in British Literature course. B. Mrs. Hill, Mrs. Hickox, and Mrs. Rosser sign up freshmen for spring quarter English classes. C. Brandon Lisi presents a creative book report on the Sword of Shanara in Mrs. Spencer's Modern American Literature class. D. Mrs. Adams and Mrs. Burns finish up a hectic registration day as they assist Robin Alger. E. Mr. Hjort parades as the Pink Panther at the Homecoming Costume Day pep rally. F. Mrs. Hickox gives instructions to her senior English class as they break into small groups. History Department Stresses Listening, Note-taking A A. Mrs. Nancy Hjort shows that social studies teachers have spirit, too. during a Wildcat pep rally. B. Economics students listen as Mr. Al Akins lectures. C. Miss Vicki Cannon returns graded papers to her history class. D. Mr. Jim Landrum oversees note-taking in his United States History class. E. Mr. Paul Day shares the work of a student with his class. 88 Mr. Jimmy Taw Department Head Mr. Paul Day Mr. Kelly Dees Mrs. Anna Fletcher Mrs. Nancy Hjort Mrs. Marieh Johnson Mr. James Landrum Mrs. Beth Northcutt Mr. Lindsey Mason Mrs. Sharon Wildes 89 A. Tom Corker and Brad Lastinger help Mrs. Summers staple silk screens for a graphics class. B. Art Services student Jill Hitchcock paints a scene of The Crescent building on a canvas to be hung in the Valdosta Mall. 90 Foreign Language Department Emphasizes Study c A. Colleen Dilliplane, Jerry Purvis, Steve Gandy, and Vin- cent Dimmock complete a French assignment. B. Mrs. Nicholas answers a question for Melinda Neely as other students work on their Spanish assignment. C. Mrs. Gan- dy talks with Eldridge Clausson about his classwork. 91 Students, Teachers Mrs. Kay Hiers Mr. Bob Andress A. Troy Brown receives help from Miss Sally Bowers, a student observer from Valdosta State College. B. Mr. Bob Andress assists Kim Yale as she completes a test. 92 Pair up for Study Management B Music Department Proves Power of Practice Mr. Herman Revels Mr. Joe David III Mr. David Moorer Mr. Rick Kimmel Chorus Director Band Director Band Assistant Band Assistant A. Trumpeters Eric Ingram. Jeff Clanton, Joey Creasy, Mac Huxford, and David Butler practice in Mr. Kimmel's third period Jazz Band. B. Saxophonist Allan Metts perfects his part as he plays in the Jazz Band. C. Chorus members rehearse during Mr. Revels’ first period class. Students Practice Health Occupations A. Anita Donahue checks Ricky Daniel’s temperature and pulse rate. B. Penny Perdue, Kelly Lavender, and Carla Newton help record all of the necessary information for a blood donor. C. Leigh Powell plays the patient’’ as Nicole Roesch practices taking blood pressure and Sheri Salmela listens to her heartbeat. D. Channel 44 news reporter Madelyn Hightower interviews Mrs. Smith during the annual blood drive conducted jointly by the Health Occupations classes and the local Red Cross. 94 D Naval R.O.T.C. Classes Pass Inspection Larry Cupp Lieutenant Commander Sam Wright Petty Officer Second Class A. Jerry Williams and David Pitts raise the flags as a daily routine. B. Scott Waddell receives an award from Captain Lawer dur- ing the annual NJROTC inspection. C. Scott Daniels talks to the NJROTC classes as Julius Daniels and Willie Scott listen. D. Members of the Drill Team kneel at the completion of their precision routine. D 95 Coaches Head Up Physical Education, A. Becky Johnson and Karen Croft do aerobics while listening to music in Miss Garrett's class. B. Lisa Beaufort attempts to curl ninety pounds. C. Coach Mike O’Brien and Coach Jerry Don Baker keep a watchful eye on their bowling 96 Driver’s Education A A. Coach Bob Bolton's Driver's Ed. class listens as a state trooper lectures on highway safety. B. Sophomores wait in line to sign-up for spring quarter Driver’s Ed. classes. C. Chuck Adams, Becky Day, Becky Bennett, and Jane McLeod listen as Coach Rudolph explains how to operate the simulator. 97 Home Economics Enhances Homemaking Abilities Miss Ossie Ash Mrs. Karen Zahniser Mrs. Sandra Davis Department Head A. Mrs. Zahniser instructs Cassandra James, Beverly Norwood, Melissa Scott, and Jeffrey Knight on the use of the microwave oven in her Food for the Family class as Bruce Jackson completes an assignment. B. Miss Ash gives Tracy Robinson a helping hand in laying out a sewing pattern. C. Melisa Edwards works on her embroidery project. 98 Mrs. Justina V. Strickland Department Head Business Education Stresses Skill, Accuracy Mrs. Barbara Edmonson Mrs. Cindee Hiers Mrs. JaneenJosey Mrs. Maxine Martin 99 Vocational Area Grooms Job Skills A A. John Priestor sets up a jack before attemp- ting a repair job in transportation class. B. Jamie Willis stirs paint for use on his project in a con- struction course. C. Members of the Vocational Department include Mr. John Greer, Transpor- tation; Mr. Edward Cannington, Electro Mechanics; Mr. Joe Williams, Construction; Mr. Wayne Sapp, Metals. C 100 B A. Vocational teachers include Mr. Levy Taylor, Diver- sified Cooperative Training; Mr. Isaiah Isom, Industrial Arts; and Mr. Norman Greene, Distributive Education. B. Mr. Isom instructs as Jim Wright and Terrance Thomas listen. C. Barry Teffteller asks Mr. Greene for advice on his DE work. D. Steve Walker shows a customer a stereo at World HiFi Electronics, the jobsite for his D.E. participation. D 101 Back Diamond Includes Graphic Arts, Drafting Classes A. Vocational teachers include: Mr. Clarence Griffiths. Draf- ting; and Mr. Timothy Bollman, Graphic Arts. B. Stephen Stanfield operates the mimeograph machine in Graphic Arts. C. Vincent Donaldson. Graphic Arts student, binds the pages of a cookbook that the class has printed. D. Mr. Grif- fiths gives Pat Gallagher and Donnie Walker pointers con- cerning a drafting assignment. 102 Special Faculty Aids Individual Advancement Mrs. Sylvia Griffin Department Head Mrs. Alice McDuffie Miss Elizabeth Wilkins A. Miss Wilkins helps Carissa Price, Derrick Lane, and Steve Smithson with classwork. B. Mrs. Griffin delivers a casual lecture. 103 Only from the alliance of the one, working with and through the other, are great things horn. Saint-Exupery 105 DEC A Recognizes Outstanding Members c A. DECA Advisor Mr. Norman Greene con- gratulates State DECA Advisor Mr. William j. Brady, Jr., on receiving an Honorary Life Membership in the organization. B. After be- ing named D.E. Student of the Year, Lisa Herbert is joined by her husband, Michael, and her parents, Commander and Mrs. Larry Cupp. C. Mandy Smith concludes the awards program with the reading of the DECA creed. D. Lieutenant Larry Bennett and Officer Johnny Fason accept the Outstanding Service Award on behalf of the Valdosta Police Department from DECA President Lisa Jenkins. 106 A. DECA Sweetheart Dana Day represents the club in the Homecoming parade. Distributive Education club members: FRONT ROW: Richard Irby. Shan- non Santos, Sponsor Mr. Norman Greene, Nicole Roesch, Jay Greene. I.isa Herbert. Lisa Jenkins. SECOND ROW: Leecy Davis, Amy Shannon. Christopher Harris, Shirley Richardson. Karen Dye. Mathew Mead. Emory Warrick. Rod Fate, Jenny White. Merinell Hamilton, Lisa Tinney, David Brooks. Brian Stewart THIRD ROW: Al Huling, Lalee Dasher. Lionell Rozier, David Sheppard. John Garrett. Greg Sumner. Steve Walker. Dietre Lisse. Robbie Youngblood. Martin Roesch. Jay McLeod. Chris Williams, Barry Tefteller, Chris Bracey. Terry Evans. Renee Bajalia. Jeannie Sheffield. FOURTH ROW: Keith Phillips. Jennifer Richardson. Tammy Cape. Ava Courson, Linda Pitre. Dana Day, Carl Robinson. Philip Reid. Tim Grayson, Jim Sitzman, Stan Grubb, Jimmy Welch. Ferrell Scruggs, Tommy Schunoff. Daryl Lester, Terrance James. Lisa Hall, Chloe Fuller. G. DECA officers include: FRONT ROW: Shannon Santos. Reporter. Lisa Herbert, Vice-President; Mandy Smith. Reporter; Barbie Car- michael. Treasurer. BACK ROW': Lisa Jenkins, President; Nicole Roesch, Historian; Dana Day, Sweetheart; Richard Irby, Chaplain. Jay Greene, Divi- sion I Vice-President; Tina Greene. Secretary. 107 Student Council Logs Yearlong Service By sponsoring or assisting with functions throughout the year, the Student Council fulfill- ed its traditional role of providing services for the school. Members of the Council took time out from their summer vacations to assist in making I.D. cards for the students. Council members painted and put up signs to support the Cats during football season. For the championship game, members hung signs and posters throughout the city. At pep rallies. Student Council President Mandy Kent presented the spirit stick to the most energetic class from the previous week. Meeting ever)' Tuesday morning throughout the fall, the Student Council planned all Homecoming activities. By procuring over seventy entries, the Council made the Homecoming parade one of the biggest ever. When spring arrived, Council President Man- dy Kent assisted in coordinating the annual Red Cross Blood Drive, signing up volunteers daily at lunch. In May, the council wound up its year of ser- vice by sponsoring the Mr. VHS contest to raise money for next year's projects. A A. Mandy Kent signs up Sandee Kroll for the Blood Drive. B. Student Council members Yvette Moore, Regina Cody, and Maurice Gray serve refreshments at the Homecoming Dance. C. Student Council officers pose in Mr. Mims's office: Felecia Rosser, Secretary; Mandy Kent, President; Lawrence Wade, Vice-President; and Joel Weaver, Treasurer. 108 A. Student Council members: Felecia Rosser, Mandy Kent, and Joel Weaver pre- sent Mr. Mims with a cake on his birthday. B. Student Council President Mandy Kent congratulates Carol Johnson after crowning her Homecoming Queen. C. Student Coun- cil members pose in the pit. FRONT ROW: Mandy Kent, Felecia Rosser, Lawrence Wade, Joel Weaver, Advisors Mrs. Nancy Hjort and Mr. Frank Hjort. SE- COND ROW: Dawn Pompey, Rose Doe, Alissa Wilson, Regina Cody, Jackie Morris, Odette Griffin, Altricia Payton, Tammy Payton, Brenda Roberts, Melissa Jones, Beth Singletary, Kristin Coleman, Jennifer Purvis, Julie Dennard, Ginna Pilcher, Joel Camarano. THIRD ROW: Elaine Graves, Stacey Broomberg, Danita Rosser, Tracey Marshall, Yvette Moore, John Parris, Eric Anderson, Cammie Buerry, Jeff Lee, Paul Johnson, Debbie Willis, Vera Boone, Barry Herrin, Andrew Kaiser, Michael Furukawa, Ethan King, Tim Crown, Lisa Herbert. FOURTH ROW: Matt Stanaland, Cedric Tillman, Marti Gray, Melani Skiles, Derrick Williams, Carol McDonald, Susan Stewart, Lewis Turner, Allen Young, Sandee Hall, Juliet Purvis, Dana Day. 109 Sports, Spirit, Service Top Key Club’s List A A. Key club members and their sweethearts in- clude: FRONT ROW: Mark Perry, Teddy West, Greg Jenkins, Blake Belue, Sanford Campbell, Terry Wortham, Mike Reed. Stan Grubb, Jerry Purvis, and Thomas Dowd. SE- COND ROW: Jeff Lee, Marty Shiver, Frank Abney, Alan Alvarado, Graig Jenkins, Bill Greene, Freddie Goff, and Clay Powell. THIRD ROW: Brad Martin. John Nitschke. Tommy Shunoff, Stephanie Guess, Ben Reaves, Tracy Singletary. Brad Lastinger, Jill Hitchcock, Tyler Talley. Mrs. Peggy Wilkes, Gil Azambuja, Ferrell Scruggs, Ed Bynum, Greg Prine, Carl Jarmillio, David Mims, Bozo Brooks, David Kirkland, Jon Reaves, Scott Quick. Rick Rupp. Chris Ruff, Steve Gandy, Berke Holtzclaw, and Al Huling. B. Key club officers: Greg Jenkins, President; Craig Jenkins, Vice-President; Clay Powell, Secretary; Blake Belue, Treasurer. 110 A. Key Club member Alan Alvarado has blood type checked before donating blood. B. Ferrell Scruggs and Carl Jarmillio take time out to donate at annual blood drive. C. Craig Jenkins, Bucky Reed, and Greg Jenkins support football players at city-wide pep rally. D. Key Club member Blake Belue signs contract with Mississippi State as family looks on. D 111 FBLA Keeps 'Going Strong’ Students in FBLA remained on the go all year. Starting things off with a swimming party at Mrs. Tina Strickland's home, the club im- mediately got down to business at their first monthly meeting. At this meeting club members picked up Tom Wat merchandise to sell for their biggest moneymaking project of the year. At meetings throughout the year, club members listened as guest speakers shared information about their businesses. During December, FBLA members stayed on the go, volunteering to work for the Lung Association and the American Cancer Society. Club members also attended FBLA's annual Christmas party, held this year at Holliday Skate Palace. In February a few members went to Lee County for region FBLA com- petition. Melanie Skiles took first place as I.O.P. Student of the Year, and Glenda Kirkland captured third place in Typing II. Katherine Meyer placed fourth in Typing I, and Kim Quiggins, fifth in Shorthand. Culminating their active year, club members attended the FBLA Ban- quet April 23. Awards presented included Most Dedicated to FBLA, Sandra Martin; Most Dependable FBLA Member, Gena Richardson; and Greatest Con- tribution to FBLA, Patty Martin. VALDOsta A A. FBLA Club Members: FIRST ROW: Katherine Meyer, Fundraising Chairman; Pam Williams, Community Projects Chairman; Kim Quiggins, Social Chairman; Glenda Kirkland, Vice-President; Sandra Martin, Reporter; Patty Martin, President; and Jenny White, Secretary- Treasurer. SECOND ROW; Laverne Spencer, Elizabeth Morrell, Becky Gray, Chloe Fuller, Shernetta Williams, Letitia Hart, Bridgette Wiggs, Catherine Miller, Mrs. Justina Strickland, Mrs. Janeen Josey, Melanie Skiles (I.O.P. Representative), Gena Richardson, Michelle Taylor, Julie Short, Sandee Hall, Karen Robinson, and Paula Dennis. THIRD ROW: Tina Williams, Darlene McCormick, Valencia Johnson, Lorraine Williams, Shantel Holsendolf, Cynthia Kelly, Jackie Morris (School Projects Chairman), Jennifer Curtis, Renee French, Alma Hampton, Kim Brady, Lorri Bennett, Mandy Perkins, Lyn Peace, Susan Napier, Julie Hennley, Vicki Hennley, Lori Combs, Michelle Turner, Betsy Norton (V.O.T. Representative), and Sharon Robinson. B. Karen Robinson sneaks a taste of pie as she and Melanie Skiles prepare desserts for FBLA Banquet. C. FBLA members check Tom Wat Showcase merchandise at first meeting of the year. — Todd Roop photo -v 1 112 B A. Charles Young checks the circuit of a television in electro-mechanics class. B. VICA Club members: FIRST ROW: Charlie Johnson, Penni Johnson, Vereena Holmes, Sheila Hezekiah, Cheryl Perry, Lisa Bivins, Karen Evans, Stephanie Jackson. SECOND ROW: Mike Swank, Jennifer Curtis, Lisa Flowers, Kristi Arrington, Irvin Thomas, Joseph McCoggle, Anthony Harmon, Eldridge Hunter, Cynthia Butler, Sharon Manning, Alan Gordon, Bridgette Wiggs, Cin- di Connor, Sharon Carter, Kelly Studdard, Rebecca Morris, Michelle Moore, Deborah Pearce, Mike DiBois. Mark Martin. THIRD ROW: Tony Sim- mons, David Kirkland, Renee French, Frank Pro- copio, Gil Azambuja, Carl Jaramillo. C. Steve Stewart and Jeffrey Lowe operate engine lathe during metals class. C 113 Foreign Language Club Enjoys Togetherness B A. Foreign Language Club officers Merinell Hamilton. Shannon Santos, and Julie Lineberger display plaque award- ed at International Dinner. B. Christy Scharf. Sharon Robin- son. and Andrea Stephens ride the FLC float, which won first place in its division with its Wildcats Curse Jackets portrayal. C. Accompanied to France by Mrs. Gandy, dur- ing spring holidays, foreign language students pose in front of the real thing, the Eiffel Tower. D. In a jovial mood, FLC members smile for the camera during their Christmas party held at the home of Mrs. Patsy Smith. C D 114 E. Mrs. Elsie Nicholas and FLC members Missy Thorne, Andrea Stevens, Sylvie Ganas, Deb Bailey, and Melonnic Smith, prepare to serve refreshments at Miss VHS Beauty Pageant intermission. F. Foreign Language Club members: FRONT ROW: Cathy McElwain, Michelle McElwain, Ad- visor — Mrs. Elsie Nicholas, Andrea Stephens. Nancy Rozek. Sharon Robinson, Brian Aldrich, Joel Williams, Erin Kirk, Susan Linger, Cindy Pitts, Sandy Gallagher. Christy Scharf, Charles Hodges. Laura Faussone, Gayle Robinson. BACK ROW: DeeDee Scharf, Sylvie Ganas. Michael Rainey, Debbie Bailey, Advisor — Mrs. Sharron Gandy, Brian Anderson. Karen Robinson. Merinell Hamilton, Shannon Santos, Julie Lineberger. Sandra Martin, Danah Berndt, Sandee Popwell, Ann Mangis, Ann Ricks, Kellie Hale, Susan Dalton, Jennifer Dille, Irvin Thomas. Cathy Danapilis, Andy Frank, Louis Gonis. William Harris, Debra Thomas. Dereck Williams. Melonnie Smith, April Wagner, Irene Collins, and Bret Busch. G. Foreign Language Club officers include Shannon Santos, President; Merinell Hamilton, Vice-President; Sandra Martin, Treasurer, and Julie Lineberger. Secretary. 115 PAMS Club Mixes Old and New Traditions As in the past, the PAMS club col- lected money for the Lung Associa- tion and for the Knights of Colum- bus Tootsie Roll Fund for Retarded Citizens. Continuing their tradition of ser- vice, the club donated canned goods to a needy family at Christmas. Carrying out another tradition, the PAMS club took their annual spring trip in March, chartering a bus to Disneyworld in Orlando for an over- night stay. In addition to these activities, the PAMS club also introduced new traditions. For the first time, the PAMS elected club sweethearts who participated in club activities and helped with fund raisers. Other new traditions included a get acquainted party for the new members and an invitational Christmas social at the Crescent. PAMS ended their mixture of both old and new traditions with a mother-daughter banquet in May. B A. Veta Mobley and Lavonda Wiseman collect money for the Knights of Columbus Tootsie Roll Fund for Retarded Citizens. B. PAMS members and their sweethearts pose in the pit. FRONT ROW: Judith Robertson, Secretary; Tracey Mar- shall, Treasurer; Marti Gray, Vice-President; Odette Griffin, President; and Stephanie Butler. SECOND ROW: Kathy Harris, Cynthia Millan, Cynthia Taylor, Regina Cody, Chalana McFarland, Veta Mobley, Felccia Rosser, Brenda Roberts, Carol Johnson, Cassandra James, Benita Moore. THIRD ROW: Veronica Wiseman, Shundra Williams, Andrea Hart. Stephanie Roberts, Mattie Vickers, Marshetta Harris, Am- melia Hammonds, Frankie Keeling, Tammy Payton, Altricia Payton, Secily Wilson, Tracey Hubbard, Alissa Wilson, Aleta Cash, Antigone Locklear, and sponsor, Mrs. Patricia Rayford. FOURTH ROW: Roderick Nettcr, Victor Waymon, Dana Brinson, Monte Davis. C. PAMS members and their sweethearts gang up in front of the bus on their way to Disneyworld. 116 Jazzetts, Jazzmen Enjoy Club Socials Known for years as the Jazzman Highlighting the group's social Jazzetts got together again for more Club, this group continued to function calendar was a Valentine's Day dance music and socializing, primarily as a social club as it took on held February 12 at the Pinevale This time they traveled to new members who called themselves Gymnasium. Tallahassee to enjoy a concert by a Jazzetts. Later in February, Jazzmen and recording artist known as Prince. ABOVE: Jazzman Club members pose in IMC- Williams, Jennifer Curtis, and Sharon Carter. Clotea Matchett, Tracey Williams, Pam Brown, I: FRONT ROW: Letitia Hart, Eric Roberts, THIRD ROW: Mr. William Pompey, Advisor; and Alonzo Miller, and Bridgette Wiggs, President. SECOND Teresa Moten, Tracy Vickers, Renee French, ROW: Sheila Hezekiah, Jackie Morris, Viola Tammy Johnson, Shernetta Williams, Joe Willis, Mr. William Pompey McDonald Clarke 1934-1983 Itl Memoriam Jazzman Club Loses Advisor, Friend On the evening of June 6, 1983, one of Valdosta High's most loyal and longstanding educators — Mr. William Pompey — fell victim to an act of violence. Having begun his career with the Valdosta City Schools in 1961, Mr. Pompey joined the Valdosta High School faculty as a librarian in 1969- From the time the new school opened in 1974 to just two days prior to his death, Mr. Pompey oversaw one of the school's three Instruc- tional Materials Centers. For the last three years, Mr. Pompey had also sponsored the Jazz- man Club, offering his advice and assistance and serving as a chaperone for their dances. Guidance Counselor Mrs. Patricia Rayford summed up the feelings of most when she said of Mr. Pompey, He will be truly missed at VHS.” Death, to a good man, is but passing through a dark entry, out of one dusky room of his father’s house, into another that is fair and large, lightsome and glorious . . Increasing Membership, Involvement Characterize VHR Club B A. VHR officers: Tim Keller, Vice-President; Tony Alexander, Secretary; Eric Ingram, Treasurer; David Furukawa. Club Chairman; Steven Delrossi, President; and Micky Hotcaveg, Sergeant-at-Arms. B. VHR members and sweethearts pose: David Delrossi, Steven Delrossi, Tim Sutton, Jack Broomberg, Greg Simmons, Bruce Terrell, Eric In- gram. Billy Gibbs, Peter Brucker, David Furukawa, Jimmy Don Yeager, Richard Irby, Micky Hot- caveg, Deanne Young, Reggie Merrit, Mark Bass, Angela Rykard, Sam Klement, Craig Klement, Erick Brucker, Andrew Kaiser, Jay Deloach, Tim Keller. Mike Furukawa, David Brogden, Tony Alexander, and Sponsor, Mr. Kelly Dees. C. Bruce Terrell and Steven Delrossi wield shovels as other VHR members help plant trees around campus on Arbor Day. C 118 c A. VHR member David Furukawa has blood type check- ed before donating plasma at school blood drive. B. Tim Keller and David Furukawa quiet students before presen- ting Mr. Mims with a curvacious cake during a pep rally on his birthday. C. Steven Delrossi and Tim Keller box up food donated by VHR s during their Christmas food drive. B 119 Future Homemakers Vary Their Activities Cooking and sewing did not dominate the time of the Future Homemakers of America. Instead, a variety of meetings, parties, and pro- jects filled the calendars of FHA members. As the first order of business, the club elected its officers: Gail Marshall, President; Dot Fluit, Vice-President; April Linder, Secretary; Natalie Moore, Treasurer; and Jackie Morris, Honor Roll Chairperson. Later in the fall, FHA members at- tended the district meeting in Albany, and Dot Fluit and April Linder represented the club at the state FHA meeting in Atlanta. In October, club members helped with the preparation of the Halloween Carnival at Southeast Elementary School. Then at their annual Christmas party held in the Home Economics depart- ment, they celebrated by exchanging gag gifts and serving refreshments. In April, the club held a Parent- Student Banquet for which club members prepared the meal. Later that month, selected club members attended the FHA District Spring meeting held in Moultrie. B A. FHA members and advisors: FRONT ROW: Wanda Guyton, Jeanette Thomas, Phyllis Ryan, Debra Moody. Deverra McHellen, and Shandra Kenloe: BACK ROW: Phyllis Campbell. Vanessa Burgman. Linda Christopher, Veronica Wiseman, Sheryl Anderson, Miss Ossie Ash, Sonja Williams, Sharon Brinson. Sonja Marable, Jackie Williams, Altricia Payton. Tammy Payton, Regina Cody. Ann Marshall, Cynthia Taylor. Natalie Moore. Glenda Duncan, April Linder, Mrs. Sandra Davis, Jackie Morris, Gail Marshall, and Mrs. Karen Zahniser. B. Judy Duncan. Natlie Moore, and Jackie Morris pose before participating in the Homecoming parade as FHA representatives. C. Advisor Mrs. Karen Zahniser, stands with junior and senior high FHA members at- 120 tending the Fall district meeting in Albany. Georgia. Seventh-Hour Class Forms Industrial Arts Club One dozen students who signed up for Mr. Isaiah Isom’s seventh- period industrial arts course compris- ed this year’s Industrial Arts Club. Though these students worked on wood and metals projects like any other industrial class, they elected of- ficers and ordered jerseys as most clubs do. And just as most clubs have con- ventions to attend and services to perform, the Industrial Arts Club not only sent a delegation to the annual state convention in Macon, Georgia, but they also helped out locally with the lung and kidney fund drives. A. Timothy Gillette consults Mr. Isom about a method of removing varnish from his hands after working on a project in wood shop. B. Industrial Arts Club members include: FIRST ROW: Raymond Battles, President; David Gumbus, Vice-President; Zenna Johnson, Treasurer; Wealthy Jones, Secretary; and Todd Gamble. SECOND ROW: Mr. Isaiah Isom, Advisor; Alfred Hart; Carlos Paige, Sergeant-at-Arms; Con- nie Weatherspoon; Calvin Emanuel; William Snyder; Lisa Conaway; and Roger Willis. 121 Banquet Highlights BETA’S Year A A. BETA Club Members: FIRST ROW: Mary Taromina, Beth Singletary, Leigh Powell, Mark Levy, Michelle Murff, Terry Pulliam, Michelle McElewain, Kim Quiggins, Sandy Gallager, Lou Davenport, Paul Johnson, Sharon Robinson and Karen Robinson. SECOND ROW: Doug Frank, Alan Metts, Mike Mcleod, Alan Young, Barry Herrin, Irving Thomas, and Jerry Purvis. THIRD ROW: Michael Herrin, Frank Abney, Steve Gandy. Brad Baldwin, Alan Alvarado, Joel Weaver, Greg Tomberlin, Benton Anderson, David Carlson, Bret Busch, Susan Dalton; Lisa Mathis, Secretary Treasurer; Jeff Lee, President; and Greg Sanders, Vice- President. B. Lisa Mathis and Sponsor Mrs. Kathy Sheeley lead the line through the buffet at the annual BETA banquet. C. Jerry Purvis accepts the 'You just don't want me to make a 100” gag award from Sandy Gallagher and Benton Anderson. D. After being ap- pointed Secretary', Beta club member Michelle McEle- wain reads her acceptance speech as Jeff Lee listens. NJROTC Commands Attention By participating in school and com- munity functions, the Naval Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps cap- tured the attention of many. At pep rallies, the entire student body focused their attention on NJROTC Cadets as the color guard presented the flags and the drill team performed precision routines. Cadets copped their share of atten- tion at the home football games, too. They seated the crowd as ushers and brought it to its feet by presenting the colors during the playing of the na- tional anthem. By serving as honor guards at the Elks Convention, open house, Miss VHS Beauty Pageant, and graduation, the NJROTC captured the attention of the public. By leading parades in Hahira, Oscilla, Ashburn, and Nashville as well as heading up the Winnersville and Homecoming parades locally, the NJROTC commanded the attention of several communities. A. Julius Daniels leads the color guard during the playing of our national anthem. B. The NJROTC Drill Team per- forms an intricate routine at a pep rally. C. NJROTC cadets pose in front of the Navy Hall: FIRST ROW: Ken Beaty, David McEachin; SECOND ROW: Peter Yearby, Sean Cupp, Tim Lash; THIRD ROW: LCDR Cupp, Julius Daniels, Dave Pitts, Christopher Harris, Scott Daniels, POI Wright. 123 124 A. Fellowship of Christian Athletes: FRONT ROW: Terrance Thomas, Tim Marshall, Jimmy DeCarlo, and Tim Chapman. BACK ROW: Frank Abney, Vice- President; Joel Weaver; Marty Howell; Coach Nick Hyder, Sponsor; and Kennedy Cooper, President. B. Coach Hyder passes out pamphlets and registration forms for the Black Mountain, N.C., summer conference. Those obtaining forms include Frank Abney, Matt Stanaland, Todd Hatcher, and Doc McBride. C. Coach Hyder iden- tifies the pressures that Christians face in athletics, as well as in life in general. D. Wrestler and FCA officer Frank Abney displays his skill on the mat. D A Debaters Earn Awards With their first ever region title in their possession, the debate team set out to maintain the championship status they had established for themselves in the spring of 1982. With this goal in mind, debaters attended a summer workshop at Valdosta State College and found that hard work pays off in the form of awards. At the Florida State University tournament, April Wagner and Michael Furukawa won second place negative team in the novice division. In the 4-Man division at the Lee County High School tournament, Jim Rensenhouse and Mary Taor- mina won first place negative speaker and second negative speaker awards, respectively, and together captured the first place negative team title. This pair, along with affirmative team members Michael Herrin and Barry Herrin, also captured the first place 4-Man team trophy. In later competition at Brooks County High School, sophomore debater Michael Furukawa took the trophy for first place novice affir- mative speaker. With an undefeated record in region 1-AAAA competition, the debate team realized its yearlong goal by again capturing the region title. B A. Mary Taormina explains an argument during an exhibition debate held in the Little Theater. B. Debate team members pose in IMC III. FRONT ROW: David Addington, Mar)' Taor- mina, Barry Herrin, Jim Rensenhouse, Michael Herrin, Michael Taormina, and Susan Louttit. BACK ROW: Andrew Kaiser, Gabe Hotard, Michael Furukawa, Kevin Harper, Gayle Robinson, Laura Faussone, Paul Johnson, April Wagner, Coach Frank Hjort, Elaine Graves, Michelle Murff, David Furukawa, and Lee Davis. C. Barry Herrin looks for evidence as his partner, Michael Herrin, studies the speaker during the exhibition debate. 125 Inquisitive Few Seek Science Club Membership Rick Cutforth — President Michelle Murff — Vice President April Wagner — Secretary Joann Guyton — Treasurer A. Science club members: Brenda Morrell, April Wagner, Michelle Murff, Lewis Turner, Joann Guyton, Rick Cutforth, and Mr. Perry Baskins, sponsor. B. Mr. Baskins explains vectors to his physics class. Football Cheerleaders Set Spirit Example This year's cheerleading squad of eleven ebullient girls served as catalysts to release the joy and spirit of a winning football team. After attending the summer National Cheerleaders' Camp in Pensacola, Florida, the cheerleaders returned with four superior ribbons and the highest spirit award. Practicing every Tuesday and Thurs- day throughout the summer and foot- ball season, the girls depended on friendship to keep their spirits high. Acrobatics, new stunts, new dances, and constant moves characterized their enthusiastic efforts to promote Wildcat spirit through the season. As Marissa Lathrop, captain, com- mented, The cheerleaders this year are close on and off the scene. Our friend- ship enables us to release genuine spirit and to set an example of real spirit for our school. A. Varsity cheerleaders pose for Mr. Duke on picture day. FRONT ROW: Angelia Sellers, Sherri Wortham, and Sandee Hall. BACK ROW: Caroline Malik, Cynthia Hankins, Sonya Davis, co-captain; Ellen Parnelle, Valerie Bell, and captain Marissa Lathrop. Squad members not pictured include Chevon Pealer and Robrette McRea. B. Cheerleaders stack up three high to show their spirit at Cleveland Field pep rally. C. Cheerleaders punctuate fight song with an eagle spread. D. Miss Jana Garrett, sponsor. D 127 SANDSPUR Staff Makes Advisor See Stars’ Any yearbook advisor starting out with twenty-one novices and one ex- perienced staff member might expect to see stars' from fatigue and frustra- tion, but these were not the kinds of stars this advisor had to deal with. Instead, as each staff member con- tributed his individual talent toward the yearbook's production, several individuals proved to be 'superstars.' Editor Mary Taormina, Business Manager Glenda Kirkland, and Top Ad Salesperson Monica Elliott achieved star status with their superior abilities and initiative. David Carlson contributed star- quality artistic talent, sketching detailed ad art and creating the staff s silk-screened t-shirt design. Another of the most valuable members of this star-studded cast, photographer Todd Roop con- tributed hour upon hour of shutter talent and darkroom time. These seniors, as well as numerous other staff members, took starring roles in the yearbook’s production, making this SANDSPUR one of the most student-produced ever. 128 A. Glenda Kirkland mans the money box as Mrs. Mills stamps a subscription form ■ paid. B. Patty Martin, Glenda Kirkland, and Felecia Rosser sort portrait proofs. C. Gathered around Taylor Publishing representative Glenn Williams, staff members get tips on layout at a July workshop. D. David Furukawa pauses from his photography assignment to watch Odette Grif- fin prepare advertising graphics at the summer workshop. E. SANDSPI R staff: FRONT ROW: I.eecy Davis, Rick Cut- forth (independent photographic contributor), David Furukawa. and MaLinda Edwards. SECOND ROW: Mary Taormina. Monica Elliott. Melanie Nelson. Glenda Kirkland. Frederica Council, Dotty Jo Brown. Tim Chapman. Lisa Middleton, and Juliet Purvis. CENTER ROW: Marissa Lathrop, Terri Pulliam. Patty Martin, Felecia Rosser, Odette Griffin, and Mrs. Ava Mills. BACK ROW': Blake Belue. Ken Beaty. Todd Roop, Robert Pulliam. David Carlson. Barry Herrin, and Tom Farley. F. Lisa Middleton and Blake Belue stamp and seal bills for year- book ads. G. Spring quarter staff member Frank Procopio checks an ad layout with Mark McLeod as Meg Furcy works on the English pages. H. Practicing close-ups for his photography assignment. Tim Chapman snaps a shot of class rings as other workshop participants literally lend a hand. H 129 Drama Club Does One-Act Drama club members structured their year around doing the best job possible on their one-act play presentation. They met early in the year to organize ways to earn money for necessary costumes, sets, and makeup. With the help of sponsor Mrs. Lee Pulliam, drama club president Cammie Buerry scheduled a car wash to raise the needed funds. Later in the fall cast members spent nearly two months attending daily after-school rehearsals, perfecting their roles for Mrs. Pulliam s selection, a one-act version of Shakespeare’s The Taming of the Shrew. Just prior to one-act competition, the cast presented the play twice before au- diences of English classes. Later that week, the cast performed in region 1-AAAA competition at Valdosta State College, capturing sec- ond place. Cast member Cammie Buerry won Best Region Actress for her role as Katherina, having earned this honor for her performance in the preceding year’s competition as well. To close out the year, the cast presented an encore evening perfor- mance open to the public. B A. Jim Rensenhouse and Cammie Buerry run through an early rehearsal. B. Drama club members pose on the stage of the Lit- tle Theater: FRONT ROW: Debbie Bailey, John Smith. SEC- OND ROW: Michele Crosby. DeeDee Scharf, Andy Mair, Jim Rensenhouse, Aparna Reddy, Sandy Gallagher. Julie Lingefelt, Denita Rosser, Jane Lingefelt, Skip Lastinger. THIRD ROW: Mrs. Lee Pulliam, Michael Lingefelt. Robert Pulliam. Michael Taormina, Rick Cutforth. BACK ROW: Christy Scharf, Dottie Jo Brown. Paul Johnson, Cammie Buerry. C. Cammie Buerry. as Katherina. chastises Maria, played by Sandy Gallagher, as Robert Pulliam looks on during a dress rehearsal for The Taming of the Shrew. D As Petruchio. Jim Rensenhouse greets his future father-in-law, Baptista, played by Paul Johnson, dur- ing an afternoon rehearsal. Chorus Sings Its Way to Houston Singing at various churches around town, the chorus provided entertainment on a local level. Choraliers also performed for residents of Elder- care, a local nursing home. In March, the chorus sponsored its annual talent show, entertaining a full house at Mathis City Auditorium with numerous musical and vocal performances. Expanding their entertainment itinerary, the chorus attended the Six Flags over Texas Music Festival in Houston. They received a rating of Excellent,” scoring higher than any other chorus, and Carolyn Clark received the honor of best soprano soloist. In May the chorus ended their schedule of entertainment with a spring concert in the Little Theater. A. Mr. Revels checks with Kathy Harris, the pianist, before beginn- ing to conduct. B. The chorus performs at Mathis Auditorium. C. Alphonzo Johnson, Doug Marshall, and Eric Sharper provide music for the chorus. IN ALPHABETICAL ORDER, chorus includes: Charles Bradley, Stephanie Brown, Sherri Beauford, Shandra Carr- ington, Sharon Carter, Carolyn Clark, Sabrina Copeland, Kennedy Cooper, Larry Cooper, Jennifer Curtis, Ricky Daniels, Veronica Donaldson. Karen Evans, Robert Evans, Kim Felton, Arthur Filmore, Redina Frazier, Ronald Glade, Angela Grier, Ammelia Hammonds, Vicki Harden, Kathy Harris. Marshetta Harris. Alfred Hart, Andrea Hart, Alvenna Hayes, Michael Hayes, Jimmy Holms, Edward Hunter, Rhonda Ingram, Mia Irvin, Debra James, Loretta James, Alphonzo Johnson. Cecile Johnson, Charles Johnson. Renee Johnson. Melissa Jones, Lisa King, Sylvester Kitchen, Collie Lewis, Henry Mabrey, Darlene McCormick, Genevieve McDougle, Leo McGill. Deverra McHelcn, Alonzo Miller, Robert Mitchell, Carla Newton, Callie Parker, Demetrius Patterson, Patricia Peak, Janice Pickney, Ozell Ramsey, Michael Robey, Allen Robinson, Charles Robinson, James Robinson, Bernard Rose, Carl Scott, Eric Sharper. Vanessa Simmons. Jennifer Singleton, Tony Smith, La verne Spencer, Jeff Spivey, Miriam Tate, Annette Thompson, Mattie Vickers, Wanda Watson, Carolyn Williams, Jackie Williams, Kevin Williams, and Sabrina Williams. 131 v � NJ Bu ccpstakcs iUiimcr 1982 fountain City Brand Champions — Parade; Best in Class ffiffi Marching festiual, Columbus, Georgia — field Shorn, Daytona Beach Music festiual A. 1982-83 Marchin' Cats. B. Flag Corps: FRONT ROW: Carol Lindsey, Jeannie Sheffield, Mary Cam McLane, Juliet Purvis, Emalea Wyatt, Stacey Bynum, Stephanie Bynum, Carol McDonald, Susan Stewart, and Donna Stewart. BACK ROW: June Powers, Stephanie Cooper, Jennifer Purvis, Julie Dennard, Billy Jo Guess, Karmen Lyons, Lori Long, Kelly O'Keefe, Sharon Hart, Stephanie Guess, Stephanie Smith, Paige Greene, Kim Farr, Susie Hill, and Buf- fy Lynch. 'sX vx D C. Color Guard: FRONT ROW: Cynthia Tay lor. Kim Glorius. Veronica Wiseman. Rose Doe. Cecile Johnson. Carol Johnson. Karen Croft. Julie Lineberger, Jan Wilburn. Michelle Evans, Car- milita Stokes, and Loretta Dixon. BACK ROW: Tracey Hubbard, Jo Ann Guyton. Dot Fluit, Tonya Pitts, Valicia Berrian, Angela Carter. Mor- ris Pride. Cathy Seward, Altricia Payton, Debbie Willis, Merinell Hamilton, and Cindy Holm. D. Drum Majors: Richard Irby, and Kathleen Morgan. E. Rifle Corps: FRONT ROW: Natalie Moore, Yolanda Paul, and Julie Lingefelt. BACK ROW: Charlene Bartlett, Pam Jacobsen, and Carol Williams. F. Senior Band Members: FROM BACK ROW': Emory Warrick. Julie Lineberger, Carmilita Stokes. Cathy Seward. Mor- ris Pride, Merinell Hamilton, Michelle Evans, Carol Johnson. Tyrone Cox. Andy Mair. Tim Sut- ton. Stephen Delrossi. Mac Huxford. Joey Creasy, Scott Brandon. David Carlson. Jeff Clanton. Lewis Turner, Doug l.ingefelt, Jenny Pearson, Juliet Purvis. Emalea Wyatt. Stacey Bynum. Stephanie Bynum, and Mary Cam McLane. 134 Mar chin’ Cats Win Seven in Daytona Festival Competing against top bands from five states in the Daytona Beach Music Festival, the Marchin' Cats proved once again that theirs is a class act. For the Cats, the evening of Friday the thirteenth proved to be no jinx as they won seven awards — including Best in Class, Best in Parade, and Best Drill Team — as well as other awards for color guard, rifle corps, and flag corps. Following Friday’s competition and Saturday's awards ceremony, band members were given Sunday morning to shop, sun, and swim before loading the bus to return to Valdosta with seashells, sunburns, and trophies in tow. A. Having shed their uniforms in favor of beach togs, a group of band members enjoy Daytona's sand and sun. B. Just prior to their performance, the Marchin' Cats salute the crowd at the Daytona festival. C. Band instruc- tors Mr. David Moorer and Mr. Rick Kimmel stand among the crowd looking skyward as a plane rented by band members flies overhead with a message of love. D. Volunteer escort Deputy Carl Smith joins Mr. Moorer and Band Director Mr. Joe David on the hotel balcony as they await the flyover of the band's secretly hired plane. E. Drum majors Kathleen Morgan and Richard Irby flank the band's trophy case, which has just received its latest prize — the seashell trophy representing the Marchin' Cats' accomplishments at the Daytona festival. F. Flags add to the drama of the band's finale as the Cats complete the prize-winning field show which won them the only standing ovation of the night. 135 You may have to live in a crowd, but you do not have to like it. . . You may have your own orchard You may drink at a hidden spring. 137 Henry Van Dykt Motivation, Modesty Characterize Principal’s Actions As always, Principal Lloyd Mims served as the primary motivator for faculty and students alike, pushing each to do his best professionally, athletical- ly, or academically. While maintaining this control, however, Mr. Mims showed that even he has a vulnerable spot — his modesty. As usual, Mr. Mims led the pep rallies during football season, but this year he instigated a new technique for getting students to yell. Squatting down, Mr. Mims twirled his hands around, causing momentum to grow within the stands and produc- ing a great uproar when he finally jumped up. Although Mr. Mims' motivative spirit was known schoolwide, his modesty was a better-kept secret. Nonetheless, students uncovered this trait by playfully teasing him on his birthday. As a gag gift, the VHR club presented Mr. Mims with a cake sculpted to resemble a shapely female, causing the fearless leader's spirited flush to deepen into a boyish blush. With a little less embarrassment — but with equal modesty — Mr. Mims accepted the Student Council's gift of a dollar-bedecked money tree. A. Shapely birthday cake given to Mr. Mims by VHR club arouses his amusement. Assisting him in the disposal of the cake is Mrs. Sandra Connell, as Tim Keller makes his exit. B. Mr. Mims stirs up seniors with his latest spirit- getter. C. Mr. Mims, Mr. Bridges, and Miss Hollinshead enjoy casual conversation while chaperoning the Homecoming dance. 1}8 Mr. William Aldrich Assistant Principal Mr. Don Allison Mr. James Bridges Miss Regina Hollinshead Assistant Principal Assistant Principal Assistant Principal Mrs. Martha A. Bartholomew Records Clerk Mrs. Edwina Burgsteiner Bookkeeper-Secretary Mrs. Valencia Lucas Secretary-Receptionist Mrs. Faye Nitschke Attendance Secretary Mrs. Rebecca Tippett Secretary-Receptionist Mrs. Catherine Yale Registrar 139 Specialists Assist Students Mrs. Sharon Babineaux Guidance Secretary Mrs. Patricia Rayford Freshman Counselor Mrs. Laverne Torrence Sophomore Counselor Mrs. Sonia Wilcox Junior Counselor Mrs. Virginia Wisenbaker Senior Counselor A. Librarian Sandra Connell shows students how to find information in The Reader's Guide. B. Freshman counselor Mrs. Patricia Rayford updates students pro- gress records. C. Awaiting the football players' exit from locker room, Mr. Ralph Guarino scans the field for potential shots. D. While on hall duty, Mrs. Sonia Wilcox smiles at passing students. E. Guidance aide Tracy Singletary discusses phone message with secretary Mrs. Sharon Babineaux. F. David Waller pulls student schedules during his guidance aide period. Mr. Robert Brown Maintenance Supervisor F 141 Seniors head Way to 'Grad Nite’ In school spirit, sports, scholastics, and celebration, this year's seniors led the way. At pep rallies they led all other classes in winning the spirit stick, and one en- thusiastic group made their presence known at Cleveland Field with banners and spirit signs. As for sports, senior co-captains Blake Belue, Jeff Lee, and Ricky Daniels set an example of leadership on the gridiron, and high scorer Andrea Roberts led the Lady Wildcats to a strong finish in basketball action. Lee, who received combination athletic- academic scholarship offers from both Dartmouth and Yale, joined other seniors who led academically. With their performance on the S.A.T., Benton Anderson and Mary Taormina won National Merit scholarships, and Sandy Gallagher received an offer from Wesleyan. When May finally rolled around, scores of seniors led the way to Orlando, Florida, becoming Valdosta High's first class to ex- perience Grad Nite, Disneyworld's all- night celebration held especially for the Class of '83. Senior Class Officers Blake Belue, President Leticia Hart, Secretary Irvin Thomas, Vice-President Juliet Purvis, Treasurer Alan Alvarado Chanel Baker Blake Belue ■w T' x i Sharon David Gary Joel Brinson Brooks Brooks Brown 143 Sherri Carol Kenneth Stephanie Beauford Bradford Brinson Brown Camille Buerry 144 Lori Combs Cindy Conner Tangiela Copeland Tyrone Cox Richard Cutforth tn m z B tn Ken Davis Dana Jimmy Day Decarlo Stephen Delrossi 145 146 w csr a z LfiJ Michelle Evans Lisa Flowers 147 Mack Stephanie Huxford Jackson Craig Jenkins Lisa Carol David Kevin Jenkins Johnson Johnson Johnson Margaret Johnson 148 w Paul Johnson David Kirkland Quentin Lawson Renee Johnson Glenda Kirkland J'ff Lee Tammie Johnson Skip Lastinger Frank Lennon Willie Jones Marissa Lathrop Angela Lewis fcfl m B 33 tn Janice Lewis Joyce Julie Lewis Lineherger 149 m csr a 2 l£l m Amy Shannon Andy Louttit Lumpkin Mair Caroline Malik Sharon Gail Brad Manning Marshall Martin Patty Martin Sandra Kellie Martin Mays Kathy David Rhea Mills Mims Minton 152 - Mary Melanie Carla Nathan Nelson Newton Betsy Norton Jeanne Penny Pearson Perdue Mandy Cheryl Mark Perkins Perry Perry Kim Bucky Philip Jim Jennifer Qutggins Reed Reid Rensenhouse Richardson riii William Sanders Tommy Schunhoff Shannon Santos Ferrell Scruggs Patricia Scruggs 154 Wanda Regi Stewart Stone Kellie Tim Greg Studdard Sutton Sumner 155 Romel Mike Mary Swails Swank Taormina Miriam Tate 156 Jenny Bridgette Shemetta Teresa White W,ggs Williams Williams tn m z B tn ’.Juniors Do Usual Unusually Well Although this year’s juniors performed traditional tasks, many managed to stand out in doing so. In October juniors ordered the tradi- tional senior class rings, wearing them in anticipation throughout the rest of the year. Also during October, many took the Preliminary Scholastic Aptitude Test. Five juniors scored well enough to compete for National Merit Awards. While carrying on the winning tradition of former Wildcats, junior football players distinguished themselves: Leon Johnson as Most Outstanding Defensive Lineman; Ted West as Most Valuable Player; and Frank Abney as Most Improved. Juniors continued to do well in wrestling competition, with Leon Johnson again tak- ing honors by placing third and Scott Richardson placing sixth in the State AAAA tournament. During the spring juniors did more than their usual task of presenting the Miss Valdosta High Beauty Pageant; twenty- three junior girls dominated it. By the close of the year, juniors had grown accustomed to such dominance and had already begun to think of themselves as next year's seniors. A A. Junior class officers pose by the Wildcat near the front office: Odette Griffin, Vice-President; Jack Priest, Treasurer; Jerry Purvis, President and Felecia Rosser, Secretary. B. On the morning of the Lowndes game, juniors gather in the Little Theater for a class pep rally. C. Tracy Singletary points out her choice to Carol Lindsey, Mark Levy, and Steve Gandy as the four perform the task of ordering rings. C 158 Frank Abney Tony Alexander Robert Altmen Karessa Bass Mark Bass Michael Bajalia Brad Baldwin Charlene Bartlet Lorri Bennett Robby Bennett Valacia Berrian Tabitha Black Lannetta Blair Chris Bracey David Bragg Kim Brady Stacy Broom berg Dotty Jo Brown Ginny Brown Eloise Bryant Bret Busch Cathy Burnette Brian Buzzeo Ed Bynum Sanford Campbell Paul Carlson Aleta Cash Tim Chapman Tina Chinonis Luke Clossin 159 Mark Clossen Regina Cody Darren Connell Larry Cooper Frederica Council Ava Courson Kevin Cowart Karen Croft Kay Culbreth Susan Dalton Lalee Dasher Brian Daughdrill Lee Davis Monty Davis Tim Davis Loretta Dixon Diane Dooley Jeffrey Dotson Juniors Put 160 Talents to Use Randi Dubose Karen Evans Michelle Evans Terry Evans Kimberly Felton Beverly Foster Cassandra Foster Jeana Fowler Doug Frank Steve Gandy Kenneth Geim Kim Glorius Freddie Goff Maurice Gray Sharon Gray Tina Greene Alan Griffin Odette Griffin Stan Grubb Wanda Guyton A. Junior flag corps members Jeannie Shef- field and Susan Stuart perform South Medley” routine. B. Kim Spiker concen- trates on her project in Mrs. Howard’s art class. Kelly Hale Diane Hall Kelly Hand Bridgette Harrell Michelle Harrison Autherine Hart Michael Hayes Retha Hayes Michael Herrin Richard Herrin Judith Hennly Jennifer Hill Cindy Holm Mickey Hotcaveg Patricia House A1 Huling Ellenwood Hunt Eric Ingram Richard Irby Juniors Light Up Homecoming A. Homecoming representative Sonja Davis is escorted to her place by Alonzo Miller. B. Tracy Singletary and her escort, Two Davis, exit the field after the Homecoming coronation. .Garner Walker phi Garner Walker phot) Kenny Israel Bill Jackson Joel Jackson Pam Jacobsen George Jenkins Charlie Johnson Laura Johnson Valecia Johnson Melissa Jones Melva Jones Steven Kaiser Tim Keller Scott Kelley Mike Kitchens Sandee Kroll Tony Lanier Drad Lastinger Allen Lawson 163 A. Mat Girls Leccy Davis and Mitzi McDonnell, both juniors, take water and oranges to wrestlers. B. Junior wrestler Mark Levy gives vocal support to a struggling teammate at region meet. Reid Lawson Mark Levy Carol Lindsey Susan Linger Deitre Lisse Belinda Lyons Sonya Marable Doug Marshall Tracy Marshall Gwen Matchette Carol McDonald Mitzi McDonnell Michelle McElwain Jay McLeod Mark McLeod Mike McLeod Tracy McLese Tracy Melvin Katherine Meyer Terri Miley 164 Juniors Contribute to Wrestlers’ Success Mary Miller Roy Mitchell Brenda Morrell Yvette Moore Mark Morrison Valisa Morrison Tammy Nall John Nitschke Kelly O’Keefe Kelly Page Mark Page Paige Prater Bruce Parker Jon Parris Cindy Patrick Altricia Payton Tammy Payton Donnie Pearce Shevon Peeler Linda Pitre David Pitts 165 Tonya Pitts Clay Powell Jack Priest Robert Pulliam Terri Pulliam Jerry Purvis Tim Register Scott Richardson Shirley Richardson Anne Ricks Stephanie Roberts Karl Robinson Martin Roesch Felecia Rosser Ronnie Roughton Connell Rouse Christopher Ruff Melisa Ryan Don Sanders Nancy Santos Juniors Stand Out in Crowd A. Susan Stuart and David Butler lead the line of those signing up for a spring quarter science class. B. Jack Priest stands out as he yells support to fellow wrestlers. A 166 Amy Shannon Kevin Shaw Jeannie Sheffield Robert Sheffield David Sheppard Gregg Simmons Beth Singletary Tracy Singletary Mandy Smith Sam Smith Kim Spiker Stephen Stanfill Pamela Stanley Robert Steedley Bubba Stephenson Brian Stewart Donna Stewart Steve Stewart 167 Susan Stuart Marvin Straughter Greg Sturtevant Tyler Talley Michael Taormina Barry Tefteller Cynthia Taylor Derrick Thompson Ron Thompson Greg Tomberlin Lee Ann Townsend Taryn Vangilder Teresa Wakefield Trina Walker David Waller Michael Warren Lisa Washington Connie Weatherspoon Juniors Look Forward 168 to Being Seniors Stephanie Weatherspoo Joel Weaver I.ori West Ted West Mike Whitehead Jan Wilburn Carol Williams Jimmy Williams Jimmy Williams Lorraine Williams Shandra Williams Debbie Willis Secily Wilson Melissa Winfrey Veronica Wiseman A. Leecy Davis distributes 1982 Sandspurs to graduates. B. Paige Prater and Jeana Fowler consult before filling out orders for class rings. n B 169 Sophomores Excel in All Areas Whether in academics, organiza- tions, or sports, sophomores remain- ed active and involved in all aspects of student life. Academics proved to be a strong point for them. Not only was there an increase in the number of tenth graders participating in level three English, but data from the Georgia Criteron Reference Test revealed that this year's VHS sophomores scored above the state average. As members of the first class re- quired to pass this test before receiv- ing their high school diplomas, ninty-five percent of the sophomores accomplished that goal in their first attempt. While keeping up with their schoolwork, many tenth graders also got involved in organizations. Over sixty-two sophomores participated in the band, contributing a hefty share to the Marchin' Cats win at the Fountain City Marching Festival in Columbus. Several tenth grade girls — in- cluding Angelia Sellers, Gigi Gayle, and Ginna Pilcher — got involved as cheerleaders, leading their classmates and others in supporting our football and basketball teams. Sophomores further showed their versatility by excelling in athletics as well. Starters John Porter, Jon Reaves, and Derrick Folsom made major contributions to the Cats state championship win in AAAA football. Two other sophomores, Jimmy Lewis and Andrew Kaiser, helped the wrestling team capture the region title. 170 B A. Ivory Sapp, Michael Seward, and Tammie Gigi Gayle — Treasurer; and Natalie Moore Secrest take CRT in Little Theatre. B. Class — Secretary, pose in Driver's Education officers Ginna Pilcher — President; Complex. Veronica Donaldson — Vice-President; David Addington Mark Akridge Brian Aldrich Roy Allen Brian Anderson Janice Anderson Amy Anthony Tim Aultman Karrie Bailey Angie Bajalia Tim Barnard Lawenna Barron Mark Barton David Bassford Dave Beaty Doug Beaty Danny Becton Rae Bell Cheryl Bennett Michelle Bennett Kelvin Berrian Sheila Berrian Yolanda Berrian Stanley Bess Tammy Bice Darrel Blair Tylene Blake Mark Blanchard Donna Blankumsee Terri Boatright Ventrus Boyd Bernard Bradley Becky Braswell Beth Braswell Scott Braswell Renea Brawner Machelle Brooklin Denise Brown Kimberly Brown Lorean Brown Anthony Bryant Gregory Bryant Bill Burns Beth Butler Stephanie Butler Joel Camarano Martin Campa Wallace Campbell 171 Lashonda Carrington Tom Carroll Sharon Carter Leslee Causey ijh Anita Veronica Donaidsflir '’ Sophomores 172 Look to Teachers for Guidance Leonard Dorminey Alden Dowling Debbie Dubose Glenda Duncan Marie Eady James Edwards Melissa Edwards Randolph Ellis Benita Evans Melissa Evans Kim Farr Donald Farrell Laura Faussone Teresa Fender Deniese Fields Marshall Fleming Derrick Folsom Shandra Fountain James Fountain Michael Furukawa Brett Ganas Leesa Garrett Tommy Gay Gigi Gayle Douglas Gerety Tricia Gibbs Jim Godbee Michelle Golivesky Elaine Graves Joneva Green Paige Green Curtis Greere Oscar Griffith Greg Guess Stephanie Guess Larry Guy JoAnn Guyton Steven Hall Tony Hall John Hamilton Lynn Hamilton Valerie Hampton 173 Sophomores Participate in Varsity Sports Laura Hansen Kevin Harper Jennifer Harrell Susan Harrington Tony Harrington Marsha Harris Marshetta Harris Rossevelt Harris Anderson Hart Andrea Hart Sharon Hart Brian Hathaway Eric Henderson Felica Henderson Sandra Hersey Preston Hester Roger Hicks Tracye Hicks Susie Hill Eligah Holmes Shantel Holsendorph Berke Holtzclaw Gabe Hotard James Howell Howard Hughes Jason Hughes Joe Scheubert photo A. Darrell Leonard takes a catch in the end teammates Mike Martin and John Nitschk� zone during the Tifton game as the referee anxiously await the winning field goal in th« signals a touchdown. B. Jon Reaves and state championship game. 174 Clifford Hunter Timmy Hutto Rhonda Ingram Lisa Irvin Mia Irvin Wendy Irvin Carolyn Jackson Freida Jackson Frederick James Regina James Jana Jenkins Karen Jenkins Jeffery Johns BeckyJohnson Cedric Johnson LeonJohnson Linda Johnson Sheila Johnson Terry Johnson Melissa Jones Robert Jones Shirley Jones David Jordan Andrew Kaiser Raymond Kelly Billy Kenney Ethan King Perry King Chandra Kinlaw Erin Kirk Craig Klement Cynthia Lemar Junior Lamb 175 Kevin Lancaster Tim Lash Latonya Lately Chris Lastinger Kelly Lavender Jane Lee Mark Leeman Darrell Leonard Allen Lester Debra Lewis Willie Lewis Willie Lewis Susan Louttit Jeffery Lowe Steve Lowe Jeff Lynch Pat Lynch Karmen Lyons Kent Mallow Antonett Marshall Keith Marshall Mike Martin Geneive McDougle Catherine McElwain Kim McFarland Lynette McGee Deverra McHellen James McLeod 176 Sophomores Take Part in Homecoming B A. Jim Godbee searches for I.D. card as he enters the Homecoming Dance. B. Stephanie Guess, escorted by David Brooks, and Sharon Carter, escorted by Kelvin Williams, represent the Sophomore class in Homecoming activities. Kyle McLeod Tracey Melvin Steve Milani Tim Mills Matt Mink Ethel Mitchell Debra Moody Alvin Moore David Moore Deniece Moore Maria Moore Natalie Moore Valerie Moore Willie Moore Kathleen Morgan Sheila Morgan Elizabeth Morrell Jacqueline Motes Stephen Myddleton Susan Napier Melinda Neeley Cindy Nelson Frank Nelson Cyrus Netter Scotty Netter Barbara Newman SANDSPUR Gives Sophomores Something Stanley Newman Stephanie Newton Bonnie Nichols Carolyn Norwood Carrie Oliver Carlos Paige Brian Parker Callie Parker Tim Parker Shawn Parrish Lynn Peace Carol Peak Patricia Peak Daniel Phillips Pamela Phillips Christie Pierce Ginna Pilcher Sheila Pinion John Porter Carrisa Price Dan Price Dion Price Jennifer Purvis Keith Quarles Michael Rainey Donna Reams Jon Reaves Diane Reed Mike Reed Julie Rensenhouse John Retterbush Alex Revels Ron Rhue Jacqueline Riley DeGail Rice Jane Rice Jamie Roberts Renee Roberts Allen Robinson Darryl Robinson Gayle Robinson Nick Roehm 178 to hook Back on Melonnie Smith Mike Smith Stephanie Smith Nancy Skinner Jimmy Southers Juan Spencer Sonya Spencer Lisa Stacks Jerry Stacks Rebecca Staley Stephen Stanfill Jim Staup Latonya Stingley Deborah Stone Bruce Sumner Cindy Sylvester Kim Taylor Robbie Taylor Elisa Templeton Bruce Terrell Barbara Thomas David Thomas Janice Thomas Pamela Thomas Annette Thompson Kim Thompson Alex Trapp Sharn Tucker Gerome Tyson Cheri Ussery Rouse Vallotton Mattie Vickers Charles Vinson Scott Waddell Donnie Walker James Walton 180 A. Library aide Brad Coleman catches up on history during a slow time in the library. B. With intense interest, Tim Balch and Philip Meeks watch Junior Varsity wrestlers com- pete against Central. Sophomores Concentrate on Studies, Sports Libby Warrick LeRhonda Washington Renee Watson Amanda West Reaves West Bill Wetherington Robin White Charles Williams Chris Williams David Williams James Williams Joel Williams Pamela Williams Elaine Wilson Tammy Wilson Laura Winslette Todd Wiseman Sheila Wood berry Ron Woolums Jerome Wright Tara Wright Susie Wyatt Jimmy Yeager Sandra Young Tracy Young Clifton Younger Jeffrey Zeigler 181 Freshmen Stand Out in Crowd In past years many people ignored freshmen. This year their class size brought attention to their group. Over 600 freshmen filled homeroom rosters and packed the upper stands at pep rallies. Several freshmen distinguished themselves from the masses, however. Tony Anderson, for example, started almost every game with the varsity Wildcats, racking up numerous yards and scores. Another freshman, Russ Rudolph, gained distinc- tion by becoming class president. According to Russ, The major project of the class has been the Homecoming float. Jane McLeod provided the place for building the float, other ninth graders pitched in to construct it, and six class members representing the float's Past, Present, Future” theme rode in the parade. B C A. Mrs. Burns' ninth-grade English class works quietly as class officer Troy Toth prepares to hand in his paper. B. Freshman class officers stand by the map all freshmen depend on for guidance their first week at VHS: Tony Anderson, Vice-President; Troy Toth, Secretary; and Russ Rudolph, President. C. Terrence Thomas, Treasurer, poses separately due to his absence on picture day. Jackie Abernathy Alex Adair Charles Adams Renee Adkins Lee Aiken Angela Albritton Maxie Alexander Robin Alger Sidney Allen Michelle Alligood Andy Anderson Cheryl Anderson Curtis Anderson Eric Anderson Mark Anderson Sherrie Anderson Craig Andrew Laura Arnold Randolph Arnold Katherine Askew Debbie Bailey Mark Bajalia Mark Baker Tanya Barker Wally Barker Rita Barnett George Battles Lennis Battles Cedric Bauknight Jeff Bayless Levi Beal Lisa Beaufort Melissa Bee Gregory Bell Trailda Bell Angela Bellamy Helen Bellamy Sonya Bellamy Jason Bennett John Bennett Rebecca Bennett Danah Berndt Jerome Berrian Shena Berrian Tracey Berrian Tracy Berrian Sharon Berry Bill Bickers Ernie Bishop Sharon Bivins Felecia Black Michael Blair Tracey Blair Lefonda Blanton Donna Blocker Gussie Boone Frederick Bradley Melissa Bradley Michele Bradley Tim Brady Michele Brewer Steve Bristow Becky Broadfooc 183 Freshmen ) y (-w I via Crun B lifer CumminjfB Greg Cupp Adron Curry harles Cutforth Check Out the Campus 184 Franky Dailey Gregory Dailey Cathy Danapilis Bennie Daneils Kathy Daniels Cheryl Daughdrilly Sally Davenport • Calvin Davis lnnis Davis Jeff Davis Kim Davison Tony Dink RobcrtEvans Phillip Everitte Sheila fcrrell Terry Ft Felicia F Victor HandeiS Getharo Flut Corrrina Founta Mary Fountain Tammy Fountai Andy Frank Redina Frazier Linda Free: Keith French Sandra Fulton James Gambl Amos Gardi Yeganneh G, Ben Garrett Sondra Gi Beverly G| Tim Gilli Rhonda_ Sonj.4 Godfire 185 Joseph Gombas Louis Gonis Jeff Gordon Eddie Graham Jeffrey Graham Reginald Graham Tyrone Graham Bobby Gray Cedric Gray Kelly Greene Marlene Greene Mathis Greene Angela Grier Shari Gross Ralph Guarino Billie Jo Guess Pam Gulley Aaron flail David Hall Lillie Hall Valeta Hall Buddy Halley Lonzie Hamilton Amelia Hammonds Tommy Hancock Shane Hanley Felecia Hardin Victor Harell James Harrell Beth Harris Dee Dee Harris Kathy Harris Tim Harris Timothy Harris Tony Harris Dwayne I fart Ginger Hasty Todd Hatcher Kim Hawke Lisa Hayes Michelle Hayes Steve Hazclhurst A. Russ Rudolph, freshman class president, concentrates on sketch during Mrs. Howard's art class. B. Freshman Wildcats Ernie Bishop, Matt Stanaland and 186 Art, Athletics Offer Freshmen Ways to Express Themselves Hosea Heard Connie Heath Roderic Henderson Vickie Hensly Obeatrice Henry Andre Henton Wendy Herndon Albratine Hill James Hill Kenneth Hill Julie Hitching Charles Hodges Craig Holmes Jeffrey Holmes Jimmy Holmes Stacy Hope Ramona Hornbuckle Johnnie Horton Angie Hotcaveg Todd Holtzolaw Reginald House Boris Howard Javonnda Howard Jon Howell Richard Howell Shan Howell Tracy Hubbard Tammi Hudson Nita Hyman Teresa Inmon Amy Jackson Cedreda Jackson Janice Jackson Shantina Jackson Tracey Jackson Daniel James Sandra James Angie Jaramillo Greg Jarrett Deana Jefferson Angela Jenkins Mark Carmichael sense victory while watching the last few seconds of the state championship game. 187 James Jenkins Scott Jernigan Joe Johns Alton Jones Daphne Jones Eddie Jones Evelyn Jones Johnny Jones Marlon Jones Tamela Jones Alice Johnson Alma Johnson Anthony Johnson Broderick Johnson Cassandra Johnson son Elaine Lewis Sabrina Lewis Chris Lindsey Julia Lingefelt Kathleen Linvingston James Lockhart 188 Freshmen Enjoy Socializing After Lunch 189 Freshmen Get Involved Vincent Munoz Alfred Myers James Myers Melissa Neely Deena Newbern Teasa Newsome April Nijem Timothy Norwood Lisa Palombo Kathleen Parkos Minal Patel Melissa Patrick Antoinette Patterson Regina Paul Sam Pearson David Peeples Benjamin Perry Charles Perry Laura Peters Sadaryl Peterson Clarence Pickett Paoia Pimpton Jannette Pinkney Brent Pipkin Cassandra Plather Sharon Plather Dawn Pompey Sadee Popwell Karen Powell June Powers Patrick Prater Angelia Pride Joe Pride Cynthia Prophet Scott Pruden Cassandra Ramsey Teresa Rawls Aparna Reddy Wayne Reed Bobby Reese Pauline Register As Spectators, Participants A. Antoinette Patterson, Megan Wallace, Anna Taormina and Kim Kitchens — students in Mrs. Altman's freshman A.P. English class — watch an exhibition debate. 190 Reginald Register Randy Riggs Keith Rivers Michael Robby Robby Roberson Felicia Robertson Alger Robin Eric Robinson Tab Robinson Trevor Robinson Michelle Robinson Tammy Rogers Quentine Rose Reginald Rose Danita Rosser Kimberly Rowe Marie Roy Nancy Rozek Russ Rudolph Shearreon Rush Vicki Rushing Donald Ryan Frank Ryan Angela Rykard LaTonya Salter Allen Santos Willie Sauls Gary Schlafke Lisa Schroer Joe Schuebert Melissa Scott Anthony Scurry Eva Seals Melanie Seals Demetrius Searcy Earl Sellers Eric Sharpe Juli Short B. Freshman escort John Dowd and class representative Billie Jo Guess stand with fellow freshman escort Darwin Smith and representative Frankie Keeling. Freshmen imkheri William Srv Patel Soj Daniel S j Marl fl Matt Scanal Patrick S Carolyn se Stewart Eric Stewart Veronica Stewart Jerome Stokp-g Anthony Siraught Serena Strickland Charlie Sullivan Todd Sykes Anna Michelle Thiel William Terry Alec Thomas ijamin Thomas Geraldii Sylvest Terrcrv lomas Vanessa Thomas John Thompson Cedric Tillman Joey Tippett Ryan Tolbert Angie Tooley Jennifer Tooley Zack Tooley Troy Toth James Trent Amy Truesdale Tina Tucker Try Out Wildcat Spirit 192 Antoimo Turner Ralph Turner Denise Tyson Horace Tyson I.awanna I Jddvback Lisa Veal Joseph Wagner Ktbby Wagner Megan Wallace War da Watson Shaw n Watts Kim Wayne Svis Wcatherspoon obin Weeks F Edith Wells Ira Wenze Kay White Norman Whitten Adriane Williams Anthony Williams Bobby Williams Byron Williams Curtis Williams James Williams Kenneth Williams Lenice Williams Leslie Williams Leticia Williams Marilyn Williams Michael Williams Pamela Williams Scott Williams Sonja Williams Stan Williams Tina Williams Tracy Williams Michelle Wilson Ramona W'ing Stephanie Wing Lavonda Wiseman Tarnmie Woolums Rita Wnce Charlotte Wright Earnest Wright Howard Wright Tammy Wright Jason Yost Artonja Young Barbara Young Dana Young Deanne Young Wendy Young Lasandra Zanders Joe Ziegler 193 The world is but a magnificent building; all the stones are gradually cemented together. Owen Felltham In Memoriam: Arthur Lee Sanford, Jr. 1966-1983 On Saturday, March 12,1983, Valdoata High School lost a member of the Sophomore Claaa. Arthur Lee Sanford, Jr., 16, died at hie residence after suffering with heart problems. Mrs. Beverly Hickox, English teacher, said thia of her former pupil: “Arthur was a pleasant person... he always spoke... he had a good sense of humor... he was a little mischievous, not unlike other boys.” Members of the staff wish to extend our sincere thanks to these, our SANDSPUR FRIENDS Mr. Hank Lee (Donation of Electric Typewriter) Mrs. Marie Brandon (Distribution of 1982 SANDSPUR) Mr. Ralph Guarino (Assistance with Photography) Graphic Arts and Drafting Departments (Assistance with title page design) 196 Barbara’s Mud Bucket Greenware — Supplies Gift Items — Free Classes 1138 North Ashley Street Valdosta, Georgia 244-7809 Turner Furniture 3316 North Valdosta Road Valdosta, Georgia 247-2455 Roddey’s Hardware 128 North Ashley Street and 406 Northside Drive Valdosta, Georgia 242-7312 Floyd’s Country Manor Styling Center MEN'S AND LADIES’ SHOP 707 East Park Avenue Valdosta, Georgia 31601 (912) 244-3555 197 PbaAheA- Peoan Qcmfxzmf, GROWERS — SHELLERS — PROCESSORS P.O. 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Steve Jennings Manager 305 Janet Drive Valdosta, Georgia (912) 244-3310 Roddey’s Hardware 128 North Ashley and 406 Northside Drive Valdosta, Georgia BUSINESS Clerical Data Processing Accounting Data Processing Technology Market and Management Secretarial TECHNICAL Drafting and Design Technology Electronics Technology SKILLED Auto Body Repair Auto Mechanics Cosmetology Diesel Mechanics Heating Air Conditioning Refrigeration Industrial Plant Maintenance Industrial Residential Electricity Machine Shop Welding HEALTH Medical Lab Technology Practical Nursing Radiologic Technology (X-Ray) Surgical Technology VALDOSTA TECHNICAL SCHOOL Offering 1 and or 2 Year Programs in 20 Different Fields Route 1, Box 202 Valdosta, Georgia “Training That Pays” 201 Don Allen 1517 North Ashley Street 244-2285 Paul Cribbs 504 North Patterson Street 247-7127 Ted Davis 311 Janet Drive 244-1909 Bryant Martin 2813 North Ashley Street 242-0855 Bill Parker 2813 North Ashley Street 242-0855 fk llfoi ■ ft tL Lowndes Roofing Sheet Metal INCORPORATED John Stump, President Free Estimates 107 Boone Road Valdosta, Georgia 31601 (912)244-7382 Congoleum FLOOR COVERING EUREKA VACS WALLPAPER Carpet • Vinyl • Hardwood Floors 423 Connell Road Valdosta, Georgia 31601 Office (912)244-2333 Charles Mizell Resident (912)242-7426 President 202 STEPLEV, INC. Dealer For Yesteryear Log Homes Route 8 Box 306J Levy or Stephanie Rentz Valdosta, GA (912)247-LOGS 31601 DED. Furniture 3318 N. Valdosta Road Valdosta, Georgia 31601 (912) 244-3603 1706 Gornto Road P.O. Box 885 Valdosta, Georgia 31601 GRACE CHAPMAN REAL ESTATE.INC. ® 247-7250 □ Come by Our Showroom at 1901 North Ashley, or Call Today at 244-4000. Valdosta, Georgia 31601 CROWN TV APPLIANCE rent-lease-buy 203 BEN BELUE COMPANY JOSTEN’S “America’s Class Rings” 1204-A Hastings Drive Valdosta, Georgia 242-9659 Ben Belue, JOSTEN’S Representative, helps juniors as they select their class rings. Plumbing Piping Air Conditioning H M MECHANICAL INC. 2404 Meadowbrook Drive Valdosta, Georgia 244-5631 118 North Patterson Street 242-1430 and Valdosta Mall 242-6356 Valdosta, Georgia 204 The Traffic Light. 5 Points Shopping Center Valdosta, Georgia 244-6322 “Pleasing You Is Our Pleasure' 1162 Valdosta Mall Valdosta, Georgia 242-4595 JOHN BISHOP DRY CLEANING Suede and Leather Cleaning 2181 North Ashley Street Valdosta, Georgia 242-8758 TTinffk X07 X07 X07 RAGTIME 402 A Northside Drive Valdosta, Georgia 247-1780 Lisa Middleton and Marty Carnes display new fashions at RAGTIME. 205 GARNER WALKER PHOTOGRAPHY YOUR OLAN MILLS SCHOOL PORTRAIT REPRESENTATIVE • FORMAL AND OUTDOOR SENIOR PORTRAITS • PROMS AND BANQUETS • SORORITIES AND FRATS • WEDDINGS AND REUNIONS 244-7856 2236 Bemiss Road P.O. Box 1765 Valdosta, Georgia Kraft Foods Distributor JOSEPH BROTHERS DISTRIBUTORS Wholesale Fruits and Produce Institutional Foods and Paper Supplies Georgia State Farmer’s Market P.O. Box 1061 Valdosta, Georgia 31601 (912) 242-0867 It’s worth the effort! Get them together now! Moments In Pictures... CONNEkb STUDIOS 310 Janet Drive Valdosta, Georgia 244-7200 Picture Yourself At Our New Location Your Famj|y Portrajt Wj|| Be Your Most Treasured Memory. 206 Wynn Gold Company 503 B Moody Drive Valdosta, Georgia 31601 Mel Wynn, owner of Wynn Gold, displays his selection of jewelry to Monica Elliot. urs Farewell, Seniors: A. Gould, M. Edwards, S. Hall, C. Malik, M. Osborne, M. Perkins, E. Fisher, R. Dye, J. Richardson, L. Powell, E. Wyatt LANGDALE-WILLIS COMPANY P.O. Box 967 707 North Patterson Street Valdosta, Georgia 242-1919 Best wishes to our VHS student employees. 1101 West Hill Avenue Valdosta, Georgia 31601 242-0601 DIXON’S CHEVRON SERVICE CENTER Chevron 2814 North Ashley Street Valdosta, Georgia 31601 “Good Quality Work at Yesterday’s Prices” HORTON’S AUTO BODY SHOP 320 St. Augustine Road Valdosta, Georgia 31601 Res. 244-7486 Bus. 242-0135 BENNETT MOTORS NEW AND USED CARS BUY SELL TRADE Late Models Quality Service Wholesale Prices “GIVE US A TRY BEFORE YOU BUY 2901 North Ashley Street Valdosta, Georgia 242-2005 208 Dick Coppedge Body Shop, Inc. 321 East Gordon Valdosta, GA 31601 John Folsom Tel. 1912) 244-0782 R. W. Coppedge Nights 244-7727 EZ - i'Plyn.ou.tPi SMITH MOTORS — “Since ’32” 108-110 North Toombs Street Valdosta, Georgia 242-1540 Charles Sheffield — President YOU1 Four Locations in Valdosta “All Around the Town” NORTHSIDE AUTOMOTIVE Northside Plaza — Northside Drive Valdosta, Georgia (yO America’s Honda Dealer!1 HONDA. of SOUTH georg: 1015 North Ashley Street VALDOSTA 242-3835 According to JD Powers Survey J) 209 Present This Ad and You Receive 2 FREE TOKENS at the Side Track Illg(t= ||[5) 1[Ml|fe; Amu44 MMt @€ Un. 1426 E. Park Avenue • Valdosta, Georgia • Comer of Park Avenue at Forrest Park COSMIC EXPRESS GAME ROOM 1197 St. Augustine Road Valdosta, Georgia (Next to Kettle Pancake House) “Best Wishes Seniors’’ VALDOSTA VILLAGE «% 1201 St. Augustine Road Valdosta, Georgia 4 i ■m i HOLIDAY MARKETS Executive Offices: 1708 North Ashley Street Distribution Center: 407 East Alden Avenue 210 “It Pays to Play” DOSTA SPORTS SHOP INC. 125 North Patterson Street Valdosta, Georgia (912) 244-3304 9 THE OUTDOORS SHOP INC. Guns Archery Equipment Black Powder Reloading Supplies Boots and Sports Clothes Camping Equipment and Other Related Accessories Fishing Equipment Complete Repair Service Gun Trades Welcome 416 Northside Drive Valdosta, Georgia 247-0225 211 IF IT'S COO� FOOD GOLD PLATE RESTAURANT Open 7 Days a Week 1104 South Patterson Street Valdosta, Georgia 31601 Dairi| Queen brazier, WE TREAT YOU RIGHT™ • US An cm An 00 Cwp Cup igM IDSD An DO C 9 Mon UN Am, n US A 701 North Ashley Street Valdosta, Georgia OLD SOUTH BARBEQUE HOUSE 1700 West Hill Operated by Valdosta, Georgia Rusty Clark (912) 247-0505 Geneva Griffin 212 Spicy, delicious fried chicken Onion rings Cajun rice Lots morel 702 South Patterson Street Valdosta, Georgia 244-9526 FfOSi!a CHICKEN PINCHER’S PORCH 310 North Patterson Street Valdosta, Georgia 242-9677 mi VIUA 1300 North 242-0996 Ashley Street y S Valdosta, Georgia Welcomes You To DINING BY CANDLELIGHT FINE ITALIAN FOOD ANDERSON’S QUALITY MEATS “Your satisfaction is our pleasure” 1414 East Park Avenue Valdosta, Georgia 31601 (912) 244-5073 cotOfMi SANOOU I Kin Kentucky Fried ,v£kicken. ‘We do chicken right” 127 North Ashley Street 242-1120 and Five Points 247-0666 Valdosta, Georgia 213 [ce northAmerican VAN LINES ORTLIEB MOVING AND STORAGE 511 West Savannah Avenue Valdosta, Georgia 242-6468 -fTTiT 711 Industrial Boulevard Post Office Box 1886 Valdosta, Georgia 247-2331 Compliments of JOHNSON DISTRIBUTING COMPANY Post Office Box 580 401 North Oak Street Valdosta, Georgia 242-8123 Propane Gas Appliances DASHER-HARRIS GAS COMPANY 1814 South Patterson Street Post Office Box 1586 Valdosta, Georgia 31601 244-9805 214 DOWLING BAG COMPANY Post Office Box 1768 Valdosta, Georgia 31601 Manufacturers of Textile and Multiwall Bags 910 River Street Valdosta, Georgia 31601 244-0133 James L. Dowling Chairman James L. Dowling, Jr. President Robert L. Maturi Executive Vice President Michael A. Drumheller Vice President 215 E. William Coogan, Jr. Vice President IRVIN’S Mar sSKop Valdosta, Georgia 306 North Patterson Street Valdosta, Georgia Mailing Address: P.O. Box 1427 Valdosta, Georgia Located at: 124-126 North Patterson (912)242-7938 DOWNTOWN VALDOSTA. GEORGIA 216 STAN BISHOP CLEANERS 1310 North Patterson Street Valdosta, Georgia 242-8540 FADS AND FASHIONS Castle Park Valdosta, Georgia 217 CPO Charlie Parr Navy Recruiter loom 113, Federal Building P.O. Box 696 Valdosta, Georgia 31601 (912)244-6289 ; ‘ ToddRoop photo LIFE HEALTH HOMEOWNERS AUTOMOBILE COMMERCIAL STEPHAN INSURANCE AGENCY, INC. “Insure Your Tomorrows — Today.” Jim Stephan Office 247-1564 Home 247-0418 913 North Ashley Street Valdosta, Georgia 31601 Aqua Pets — Wings Unlimited Complete Line of — Exotic Birds Small Animals Supplies Excellent Selection of — Tropical Fish Aquariums Supplies Food Remedies Brookwood Shopping Center Valdosta, Georgia 244-8085 BARKER COMMERCIAL • INDUSTRIAL • RESIDENTIAL 100 Jackson St. ■ Post Office Box 866 • Valdosta. Ga. 31601 Ph. (912)242-0442 Valdosta Camera Center 'Omni m AMD BETTER COLOR H7 219 PHONE: 242-2026 242-3293 NIGHTS 244-2891 A-,V J Jrly’s Flowers, Jnc A 1412 BAYTREE ROAD VALDOSTA GEORGIA 31601 Dennis Irby Barnes Drug Store 3 Locations to better serve you! Downtown - Brookwood Plaza • Forest Park AND The Bookstore Brookwood Plaza See us for tests and study guides Best selection of books in south Georgia The £j| Park Avenue Bank MEMBER FDIC Valdosta's Locally Owned Bank CASTLE PARK SHOPPING CENTER 220 MARTHA’S MAGIC NEEDLE Owner: Martha S. Baker Phone: 247-0793 105 West Adair Street Valdosta, Georgia 31601 RENEE FASHIONS Five Points Shopping Center “Fashion for the young and the young at heart.” Also RENEE’S WEARHOUSE 2002 West Gordon Street Valdosta, Georgia 244-6801 LEO’S TV APPLIANCE XjCmZ Featuring Whirlpool appliances and Curtis Mathes Home Entertainment Products 225 North Ashley Street 247-5000 507 East Ann Street 244-2240 605 East Hill Avenue 244-5000 Waller Heating and Air Conditioning Sound value in heating and air conditioning Day: 244-1200 Night: 242-2869 405 St. Augustine Road P.O. Box 1601 221 CHARLTON L. DAVIS AND CO., P.C. Certified Public Accountants 1607 North Patterson Street Valdosta, Georgia Funeral Home 2215 North Patterson 242-5544 Carson McLane Funeral Home Clark Memorials Riverview Memorial Gardens Cemetery North Valdosta Road 244-1701 Mailing Address P.O. Box 2203 Valdosta, Georgia 31601 Compliments of DR. JERRY G. PURVIS 106 West Northside Drive Valdosta, Georgia DR. WILLIAM R. GROW, M.D., P.C. 2704 North Oak Street Valdosta, Georgia Congratulations Graduates! F. E. TAORMINA M.D., F.A.C.S., P.C. 2311 North Patterson Street Valdosta, Georgia 222 Compliments of DR. ALEX CULBRETH 2000 North Patterson Street Valdosta, Georgia H. B. EDWARDS, III 108 East Valley Street Valdosta, Georgia WILLIAM C. RETTERNUSH, M.C., P.C. 403 Cowert Avenue Valdosta, Georgia PARK AVENUE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 100 East Park Avenue Valdosta, Georgia IllliMiiimofmsQ TILLMAN INSURANCE AGENCY • Business, Home, Auto, Life, Health 502 North Ashley Street P.O. Box 926 Valdosta, Georgia (912)242-5377 ‘We Give You Our Word With Our Name’ 22} SANDSPUR BOOSTERS CROWN ’N GLORY WIG SALON 2149 Bemiss Road THE YELLA UMBRELLA 2009 Ashley Street THE FAMOUS STORE 109 North Ashley Street DR. WILLIAM B. THOMAS 101 Northside Drive JUDY’S FASHION BOUTIQUE 406 East Northside Drive H. YOUNG TILLMAN, DDS, PC 100 West Northside Drive JOE LAZARUS AND SONS 100 North Ashley Street DR. TOM SMITH 3024 North Patterson Street RONS SHIRT WORLD 2111-B Bemiss Road QUINTIN M. PULIDO 101 Woodrow Wilson Drive RAYFORD’S HOUSE OF FASHIONS 112 North Ashley Street DR. JOSE CAMPA 2704 North Oak Street VALOW FINANCIAL SERVICES INC. 207 North Ashley Street GRANNY’S ICE CREAM Castle Park Shopping Center LEARNING TREE 102 East Force Street IOWA MIDWESTERN BEEF OUTLET 404-D Northside Drive SUPERCADE Ashley and Bemiss Conjunction MARIA’S RESTAURANT 1504 East Park Avenue THE SPORTS LOCKER 414 Northside Drive HEADLINERS 509 North Ashley ODDS AND ENDS ANTIQUES 1006 Williams Street HAIR BENDERS 404 East Cranford WILBRO COMPANY INC. 2113 Bemiss Road Valdosta, Georgia 224 photography by Todd Roop 225 226 Studeat ''Life’s a pretty precious thing: You cant sit down and let it lap around you . . . you have to plunge into it; you have to dive through it!” Kyle Samuel Crichton 227 A. Wildcats celebrate from the sidelines after the state championship victory over Peachtree. B. Senior flag corps member Emalea Wyatt entertains crowd at Homecoming halftime. C. Leecy Davis, Monica Elliot, and Melanie Nelson help paint paws on the walkway by Cleveland Field in anticipation of the state game. D. Seniors crouch as they watch Mr. Mims for their cue to raise the roof with a pep rally yell. E. Garbed punk style for Homecom- ing week’s Costume Day, cheerleader Marissa Lathrop awards spirit sticks to Pamela Botford, Terry Evans, Craig Jenkins, and Greg Jenkins. F. Carol McDonald performs to Eye of the Tiger during a flag corps routine at the Homecoming pep rally. G. Mr. Bollman and graphic arts students Smiley Harrell and Victor Donaldson ham it up as they display banners proclaiming our state cham- pionship title. H. Wildcat wrestler Jimmy Lewis takes down an Albany Indian to help his teammates score a match victory. D 228 Our Pride Is Showing! F B A. Alan Alvarado and Scott Quick sketch plans for the senior Homecoming float. B. On the first day of school, Jeannie Sheffield appears bewildered as she passes through the lunchroom. C. Paul Carlson, Allen Metts, and Keith Quarles provide special entertain- ment for Winnersville pep rally. D. At the Lowndes pep rally, one week after the cyanide-lacea Tylenol scare, co-captains Blake Belue and Ricky Daniels unwrap a present” addressed to the Lowndes Vik- ings. E. Lalee Dasher lets her clipboard do the talking as she scrounges through her locker during lunch break. F. David Johnson and Sean Miller voice their opinions from the bleachers at a pep rally. G. Sandspur staff member Tom Farley takes a lollipop break during a summer workshop session. D 230 232 We Find Ways to Have Worlds of Fun A. As Patty Scruggs wields the spray can and Brandon Lisi looks on, Ron Cowart gets a temporary dye job for Hair Day. B. Senior Stephanie Jackson cheers for Wildcats at the pep rally during Winnersville Week. C. Band members Diane Reed, Laura Arnold, Jen- nifer Cummings, Denise Brown, and Nicole Roesch go costume crazy at Homecoming pep rally. D. David Furukawa checks out a T-shirt for sale at the annual Legion Fair as his brother Michael and friends Craig Kel- ment, Bobby Henderson, and Benton Anderson smile their approval. E. During the Winnersville pep rally, Jeffery Zeigler, Rob- by Bennett and Robert Schwartz strike solemn poses that enhance the effect of their startling make-up. F. While sister Juliet and friend Michael Bajalia await their turns, Jerry Purvis aims at the milk jugs in hopes of tak- ing a stuffed animal home from the fair. G. Cindy Patrick, Kathy Mills, and Debbie Brollard cut up during lunch break on Homecoming week’s Hair Day. 233 A. Randy Crews and Jim Godbee wring out their laundry at football camp. B. As Mrs. Sharron Gandy unwraps another dish of French cuisine, her students help themselves to the treats prepared for their class Christmas party. C. Susan Louttit steps ahead in the rush to 4-A lunch. D. Kennedy Cooper follows the tradition of banging on the tin roof as the football players make their entrance at Cleveland Field. E. Bruce Edwards checks to see what is going on behind him as Kevin Lancaster and Angela Rykard prepare to type. F. Students crowd around Coach Jerry Don Baker and Miss Jana Garrett in urgent need of health or physical education classes to Fit their spring quarter schedules. F 235 A. James Spates demonstrates athletic prowess with deadweights in his physical education class. B. Flag corps member Juliet Purvis readies for Winnersville halftime show. C. Instructor Clarence Giffiths assists Butch McRae on a drafting project. D. Miss Howard helps Tina Anderson learn to use the potter s wheel. E. Irene Collins and Jen- nifer Dille create a mirror-image effect as they practice their typing skills. F. Actors Paul Johnson. Jim Rensenhouse, Robert Pulliam, and Rick Cutforth toast each other in the Drama Club's presentation of Shakespeare's The Taming of the Shrew. G. Advanced art student Monica Elliot puts finishing touches on her acrylic mural. H. Ann Singletary presents an oral report to Mrs. Altman's ninth grade Advanced Place- ment English class. H 237 Our World Becomes Memory Two key ingredients in our school world this year were laughter and sharing; we found humor and a sense of togetherness in combining our scIhh I affairs and those of the world liarly in the year we joined in the world's love affair with moviedom's the lixira-Terminal. Some mimicked him warmly with I..T. phone home jokes; some wore lus intake on T-shirts, and most went to see the movie at least twice during its four month's run. Besides sharing a fondness for I T., we shared the world's temporary fear of a certain pain-relief product tampered with by some misled individual. We brought j� rim humor to the news of the Tylenol poisonings by prescribing a dosage tor all l.owndes football players, our rival at the time of the cyanide scare. Defeating l.owndes as well as every other opponent, we shared an exciting football season with the entire community. When hard work and dedication resulted in the AAAA State Championship, we shared moments of ecstasv with friends and fans. I.ater in the year we brought a favorite part of the outside world into our own by emulating the fast-food restaurant. The new charbroilin£ equipment, combined with the milkshake machine, made our lunchroom into a modified hamburger stand w here we shared Me Mim s quarter-pounders and lunchtime laughter Hut hamburgers were not our only craving. We also shared in the world's addiction to video Raines, contributing quarter after quarter to Pin fan. Donkey Kong, and Iron mac hines These fads and phenomena were the making of a school year uniquely special, uniquely memorable, and uniquely ours. As we parted for the year, we took with us many memories of Valdosta High. Friends we had made, knowledge we had gamed, and talents we had developed accom- panied us into the wide-open world beyond our campus. But as surely as we took these things with us. we left remembrances of ourselves behind for those who were yet to follow. Leaving the old, both worlds at once we view, That stand upon the threshold of the new. — Todd Roop photo Waller — C4V