Van Alstyne High School - Panther Yearbook (Van Alstyne, TX)

Text from Pages 1 - 160 of the 1986 volume:

It looks like the Panther Bandits caught it, As they dressed up, they helped the cheerleaders lead the Lady Panthers to an area victory over Honey Grove. Van Alstyne High School Hwy 5 Box 518 Van Alstyne, TX 75095 Volume 73 was: ; + fat? 51f W M 6b , , ,4;$ What? Howe In Van Alstyne?- Yes believe it or not. Craig Huffhines is giving the Howe Student Council a cake for good luck in return for a good luck balloon bouquet from Howe for regional playoffs. Reaching For the stars, the Van A1- styne Middle School Science Club students enjoy a trip to N.A.S.A. 2 OPENING Chicako Wilkinson, Japanese exchange student, receives her first report card from her English leather, Mrs. Bonner. The Engliah language was enmely new to Chicako. L: : ,... X 9 I l ' The calendar of any school year is always j full of activities. From September and football 3 . lit season to May and graduation, students are 4 x constantly busy and going all the time. With all these events come many good times and therefore many good memories. A year is made up of the small and common things such as going to lunch with friends and talking over the latest 'scoop'. As years pass these times blend together and are not always easily remembered, but yet there are those once in a lifetime happenings that stand out in our memory and can always be vividly recalled. A New Look? New additions and renovations during the school year changed the looks of the district's campuses. A new cafetorium was added to the junior and senior high campus. ONCE IN A LIFETIME 3 Taking a Break. Spanish Club mem- bers rest a while between stops on their trip to San Antonio. Hands Across What? Jody Wesson and Laura Minchey, seniors, participate in Mr. Wade's version of Hands Across America? Students attend school day after day to learn. But between the seven classes each day and the time spent on homework students also worked hard to have fun. Lots of energy and many hours of work were put into raising money, practicing plays, and planning pep rallies. Sometimes these hours seemed long and tiring but in looking back, the work seemed easy and always worthwhile. Many good times are shared as a group of friends work together and many memories are made of the best of times. 4 OPENING e x mywt W Hold Still Now. Senior Doug Flanery Lefs Go Blue! Members of the junior prepares his project to show at Loy class cheer on the football team during Lake. a weekly pep rally. Here's Your Part. Seniors Scott Camp- Wearing My Sunglasses! Stacey Con- bell and Chris Taylor discuss their her and Brandt Wright wait in the car roles in the Spanish II fashion show. between tennis matches atdistrict com- petition. BEST OF TIMES 5 Happenings Waltzing Across Texas? No, actually Marcy Ashley and Rodney Wilson waltz across the high school student center at the last dance of the year, Togetherness. Senior cheerleaders Tammy Murley, Candace Wright, Mi- chelle Weatherley, and Wendy Billups clap together during a senior battle cry. Go Ahead. Make My Day! As Jared Sprowl seems to be upset with Stephen Key, J.T. Henderson, and Tim Ren- neker. 6 DIVISION $11. .N i Rib K. 1: , t Where do We Sit? Mrs. Mitchell helps seniors Doug Hanery and Terri Hix de- cide on a seating arrangement for the prom, Although school is tradition- ally thought of as the classroom where students spend all their time learning and gaining knowledge for their futures, it is a lot more. The many hours spent outside of the classroom are what really makes a year memorable. School starts when summer ends but the fun still keeps on coming. Early in the year Fall Festival and Homecoming keep students busy. Pep Rallies and football games are full of mo- ments to remember. Later on in the year are several banquets, the prom, club trips, dances, and finally graduation. There are so many outstand- ing happenings in a school year that help to create many great memories. A student does not always remember the formulas to a chemistry problem, or the author of a particular novel, but the fun and laughter shared with friends will always be re- membered. STUDENT LIFE 7 June. July. and August are a teacher's favorite months of the year. Mrs. Deborah Nance A lot of work and tons of play make for a really great year. That is exactly what a lot of our students did with a portion of their summer. Their attendance at several summer camps has improved their performances in extra- curricular activities. These camps include football, band, drill team, cheerleaders, and the yearbook staff who began work on this year's Paw. Fun and good times were a big part of these camps. Ev- eryone had their favorite part. Varsity cheerleader, Wendy Billups, senior, Rodney! He was a male cheerleader that was oh-so-fine! I really liked his . . . Smile! And then there's every- one's favorite part of any practice; BREAK! - Varsity football player, Jay Cooper, junior. There were big benefits for each organization. Senior, Michelle Weatherley, With- out the camps everything would stay on the same lev- e1. We mainly had the two-a- Hit or miss. Varsity and JV football teams work hard during two-a-days towards the end of summer. STUDENT LIFE JQQWW Those Crazy, Hazy, Lazy, Days Of Summer days to get in shape. They also built up skills, techniques, and reactions, especially the reac- tions for when they get in a game. -Coach Mike Weather- ley. Though it was plenty of time and hard work, there wasn't too much complaining about the sacrifices that were made. Fresh- man Drill Team Member, Dana Davis, Well, it was hard work trying to learn routines, but then again it was fun out there trying. Personal advantages were ob- vious and everyone seemed to gain something from hard work. Drill Team Co-Captain sophomore, Jodi Renne, I learned a lot of our routines in advance and was able to help others learn. Overall, there were no nega- tive results of any of the camps. We learned a lot of new tech- niques at yearbook workshop for putting together an annual and got started on this year's Paw. - Candace Wright, senior, Yearbook Editor. A summer full of hard, hard work makes for a lot of fun and great memories. Memories not only for those who worked, but every spectator who took part. Summer? No Cigar! Although the band did practice this summer, a picture wasnl taken Here the band Continued practicing last fall. A little elbow grease will do it. Var sity cheerleader, senior, Candace Wright gets ready for an early morning practice at UCA cheerlead- ing camp at ETSU. Jam on it! Chikako Wilkinson and Michelle Domingos practice a rou- tine during summer drill team camp at the high school. SUMMER 9 I think Fall Festival is the most significant thing that we as parents and a community do to support our schools. John Wade HabitV'hab-aM noun: an ac- quired mode of behavior that has become nearly or com- pletely involun tary. But is this really what the Fall Festival has become or do we still have any of the origi- nal purpose? What exactly was the origi- nal idea? According to Mr. Wallace Tooley, owner of Too- ley's variety store, I'm not sure when it started, but it was quite a few years ago. It started out to be on Halloween night to keep the kids occupied, but when they realized it was mak- ing money, they decided it would bring in more if it was earlier in the year, so they changed it. Even at that, the money tak- en in does serve a good pur- pose. It is distributed to each class and to the school. As in years past, grades 9-12 compete for the title of King and Queen of the Fall Festival. The Senior class of 1986 raised $3,300 to once again capture this title. Eddie Cate and Nan- cy Tepera were the senior re- presentatives. 10 STUDENT LIFE anch There is a good amount of physcial labor put into the Fall Festival that few people are really aware of. People build booths, paint streets for cake walks, and cook the food. Junior, Brandt Wright, I think there is a lot of hard work done by the FFA and room parents that is over- looked. They don't get the ac- claim they deserve. Fun was definitely the main part of the festival as several hundred people from local towns came to play games, watch the senior fifties show, and go on hayrides. My fa- vorite game, said seventh grader, David Wade, was the Revenge game, because it was a chance to finally beat up on your friends! So, although today's festival is not the same as the original, the changes do seem to be for the better. The community en- joys the fun and the school system benefits as a whole. This custom in some opinions could be thought of as an eco- nomical benefactor as well as a time of enjoyment! Over And Over Again- Habit Or Custom? ai Fall Festival Court. Shanna Payne, Jus- tin Buckner, John Watson, Nancy Te- pera, Eddie Cate, Michele Williams, Brandt Wright, Hunter Floyd, Penny Payne, Chad Hunter, and Sarah McClain represent their classes. Not pictured, Chad Huffhines. Having fun yet? Hundreds of peo- ple uowd Main Street to parmipatc in the annual fcativitica Ready, Set, Go! Clint Hill gets ready to play the Teddy Bear Race at one of the booths during Fall Festival. The winners are . . . Senior class re- presentatives Nancy Tepera and Ed- die Cate are crowned Fall Festival King and Queen. Crown bearers are kindergarmers, Sarah McClain and Chad Hunter. FALL FESTIVAL 11 You have to get to school before. you can go to school. sophomore, Dawn McMahan. eamW Looking Forward To The New Turf Van Alstyne continues to grow. With this growth comes many new students and a new problem - overcrowding. To solve the problem the commu- nity passed a school bond for a new middle school to be built along with a cafetorium. This leaves the middle school open for elementary use. While the construction was a much needed addition, it pre- sented many inconveniences for students and teachers alike. One of the problems was the constant noise. Miss Jane Ripley, science teacher, It's a dull roar about 40 to 5091: of the time. It's real irritating! Ashley Stinton, junior, One day we were in Miss Ri- pley's class and we heard this BOOM!, then again, BOOM! It interrupted class. Another problem caused by the construction was parking. Holly Owen, junior, The crowded parking has driven me mad; if you are one of the last people to get to school it's hard to find a parking place. Teachers didn't have an easy time either. Their regular parking spaces were moved to the side of the building. Mrs. Brenda Bonner, Eng- lish teacher, I don't like all the mess out there. What do most high school students think about the mid- dle school students being brought to the campus? The high school is not a middle school where a bunch of little kids are to be running around. Michelle Wolfe, ju- nior. But the middle school stu- dents and faculty are delighted that they are moving. Mrs. Jo Beth Lightfoot, middle school secretary, I think it's wonder- ful we will have new facilities and more space. Parking Lot? A new concrete parking lot under construction as the present parking lot is ripped to shreds. VA Middle School Addition. The future home of the middle school students and faculty was under con- struction on the north end of the high school. Out with old. Not only the high school was under renovation, but the middle school gym was also be- ing remodeled. ' Green eggs and anything else you 3 . might want to eat is available in the i new cafeteria that is located in front of the original high school building. CONSTRUCTION 13 XQWVW Being nominated omecoming queen was a lot of fun and will be one of my favorite memories of my senior year. Candace Wright Fast Times Those fast and furious days that lead to Homecoming 1985 were full of mum orders, bal- loons, and getting a date to the dance. Cheers for the mighty Pan- thers kicked off this year's homecoming game against the Tom Bean Tomcats. Panther fans cheered the team through the game, although we won easily with a score of 54-12. I'm glad we won, but the game was so boring; we literal- ly ran over Tom Bean! junior, Bryan Trapp. Halftime brought even more excitement and enjoyment to the game. The High-Steppers and the Panther Band had a great performance that was followed by the crowning of the 1985 Homecoming Queen. This year's nominees were: Tammy Lynch, junior; Nancy Tepera, senior; Jody Wesson, senior; and Candace Wright, senior. Before Friday, Tammy Lynch said, I can't believe I 14 STUDENT LIFE At VA High was nominated. I won't even believe it when I'm out on the field in my dress! After the voting by the stu- dent body, Tammy Lynch was crowned as the 1985 Home- coming Queen by the 1984 Homecoming Queen, Melanie Hynds. The four girls were then driven around the field by Doug Flanery, senior, in a 1983 Mercedes Convertible. After the successful victory by the Panthers, a dance was held in the high school student center. Lots of people showed up to help celebrate the victory and made the dance a big suc- cess. The Student Council sponsored this event and fea- tured Mike Chandler as the DJ. Overall, this year's home- coming was full of great times and created many fond memo- ries. All night long. Juniors, Craig Page and Shelly Morgan celebrate after the game at the Homecoming Dance. Moments after victory. Queen Tammy Lynch and her court are es- corted around the field in Melanie Hynd's 1983 Mercedes . , 1 Tears of joy. Shed by junior Tammy ;' ' Lynch on the arm of her father 1 A, Charles Lynch as she is announced 1985 Homecoming Queen. Homecoming court. Queen, jr. T. Lynch and father C. Lynch, J. Tepera and daughter N. Tepera, T, Ruiz and daughter J. Wesson, W. Lane and niece Candace Wright. Close but no cigar. Junior Billy Wilson attempts an interception but the catch isn't made; That's okay because we still won the game. HOMECOMING 15 Standing in line for lunches in the ulacL line at the middle school cafe- teria kids wait anxiously for food. Brown bagging it. Eighth grader Ju- lie Bengston makes her way to the middle school cafeteria, instead of going to town. Chowing down. Neil Bodecker, Chris Murphy, Josh Stinton, and Terry Lawrence eat cafeteria food since they are not able to go to town. 16 STUDENT LIFE win o, J? 0- $1 l4 ; $$X' 1: g? g e vs? a in BE; 597015z2670 5g mm: 6470 2770 970 a U ' Uhaws M, 3570 Broken Tradition For many years past the middle school students have been allowed to have open campus with parental permis- sion, but this year has present- ed new ideas about lunch. This year the students are required to stay and eat lunch at school. But more important are the reasons for this change. VAISD Board Member Larry Renne explains, The main reason for the middle school closed campus was due to the safety hazards that existed. With the middle school being open, the kids had to walk and the high school students were in cars so it caused tremendous safety problems. The other reasons that were part of the decision made were that, Mr. Renne says, The board didn't feel that at that age the students would be able to get to town and eat a bal- anced meal in 35 minutes. Also, he stated, All of the oth- er middle schools in our dis- trict have a closed campus. But where does all of this leave the students? Some feel it isn't quite fair to them person- I like to sit and talk but I would rather go and eat somewhere else. Jenny Renne ally. Eighth grader, Bryan Morgan feels cheated because, Nobody really got hurt and not everyone was causing trou- ble. So now closed campus is be- ing put into affect and these kids must either buy their lunch in the cafeteria or bring their lunch from home. Sev- enth grader, Misty Wilson doesn't look forward to the idea of eating the school's food, It's terrible! I bring my lunch everyday! Though it does seem to sound harsh and unfavorable, it can't really be all that bad. Eighth grader, Jennifer Co- leman looks at closed campus from a different angle, It's not all that bad because you don't have to worry about getting to town and back in such a short amount of time. Time always brings change, though some may not seem to be reputable to begin with. Changes, with time, also brings rationality. So one tra- dition has been broken but a new tradition has been started. CLOSED CAMPUS 17 74$va When Money Talks . . . People Listen When prom night comes around, money talks. And this year's Junior-Senior Prom on May 17th really proved that! Teachers, par- ents, and students alike donned their best for a night on the town. The junior class put their all in their Fall Festival booths and magazine sales to make the prom the best ever. They had to raise the funds and spend time choosing the right setting for this big event. This year that place turned out to be the Richard- son Hilton. The prom was really great until the flowers caught on fire. I thoroughly enjoyed it and wouldn't have missed it for the world. The juniors did a fabulous job! - Amy Guinn, Sr. Then, of course, the date. Finding one and paying for them is a good and expensive start. But, of course, some do choose to go lstag'. All people must take the necessary time and money to find the perfect attire for this big occasion. 18 STUDENT LIFE 1 had to pay Rod's way and it wasn't easy, especially with all of our other senior class ex- penses. - Wendy Billups, Sr. Then came prom night and time to leave. Parents take pic- tures, but that's not good enough. Everyone arrived an hour and a half early to wait in line and spend even more mon- ey on pictures. Rented cars were another item that some of this year's party-goers chose to spend their money on. A lot of money or not, the prom was a big success. It fea- tured good food, Senior Wills, Junior Prophecies, and a speech by Mr. John Partin about taking risks. Then, last, but not least, a fantastic dance with Joe Folger, from KEGL, wrapped up the evening. The prom is always special because everyone gets to dress up, eat good food, and dance the night away. The senior prom is even more special because it's one of our last times together. - Candace Wright, Sr. 1 am really looking forward to it. It's neat going all out money wise. Mike Domingos, Jr. Oh how sweet! Before leaving for the prom, Wendy Billups, 5L, receives corsage from her date, Rod Hawkins Jr. Shall we dance? Mandy Zastudil, Jr. and her date, Donnie Neill, share dance at the end of the evening. '1 W it :-- wk .h th h L It ,- T 3? lrJr... by trim ' Is it ready yet? Tammy Murley, Sr. gets the works in preparation for the evening ahead - courtesy of mom! And next he . . , Fed the ghila mon- ster . . , Mr. John Partin uses a story about a ghila monster to illustrate his talk about taking risks. Time to party? The head table waits for the real fun to start after finishing their meal. Let's twist again! Mrs. Bonner and Har- old Gonzales do the twist at the dance after the prom. JUNIOR-SENIOR FROM 19 They are looking on to high school with great anticipation. Mr. Jerry Page Jr. High Principal Just a little longer! Several future freshmen counted the seconds as their middle school days came to an end. 20 STUDENT LIFE ?QQWW Moving On To Bigger And Better Things Taking the step from eighth grade to high school is an im- portant move. It is a move that helps each person to grow in some way. As a symbol of the step, graduation is held for the eight graders each year. Last year's ceremony was dif- ferent from years past. Instead of being held in the daytime, the ceremony was given at night in order to allow more families and people of the community to at- tend. Jennifer Coleman, eighth grader, said, I thought it was more formal; not because of the outfit, but because it was held at night and more family and friends could come. Another difference was the use of ushers. Four seventh graders were chosen by the teachers to hand out programs and bring in the graduates. Those selected were: Jodi Fletch- er, Eric Carter, Kelly Cunning- ham, and Marty Copeland. The pianist for the ceremony was Nancy Weatherley. Chosen as Outstanding Girl and Boy of the class was Carey Conner and Chris Weatherley. I thought of it as an honor. I really didn't think they'd do anything like that, said Carey Conner, eighth grade Oustand- ing Girl. Moving on to bigger and bet- ter things is seen through the ritual of eighth grade gradu- ation. This ceremony helps bring in a new phase to the stu- dents lives. Julie Bengtson, eighth grader, expressed this in saying, I'm really looking for- ward to all the new things and seeing my talents come through. Penny For Your thoughts: Tracy Lamson and Amy Sircle anxiously waited for the ceremony to start as they talked about the event. TOP TEN Devon Bengtson Carey Conner Jeanne Coyle Gayla Henderson Allen Holtzman Tracy Lamson Chey Laube Brian Morgan Chris Weatherley Brent Williams Another Door Closed. As the eighth graders march into the Middle School Gym, where the graduation was held, parents look on proudly. Eighth Grade Class: Back row . Ana Yost. Pat- rick Williams, Brent Williams, Chris Weather ley, Sam Thornhill, Josh Stinton, Mark Ste- venson, Ginger Stevens, Nichole Spencer. Misty Sloan, Amy Sircle, Robin Ross, Stacy Rollins, Ryan Reed, Bracken Reece, Mark Phet lan. Brian Morgan, Kristi Moore, Chris Moody, Valerie Miller, Penny Madding, Tammy McCabe, Allen Leach, Terry Laurence, Chey Laube, Tracy Lamson. Casey Jones, Christy Huffines, Allen Holtzman, Jason Hix, Natalie Hill, Jeanne Hix, Gayle Henderson, Mary Harris, Sheila Graf, Larry Gentry, April Geyr, Sarah Evans, Lori DeHaven, Jeanne Coyle, Curtis Corbray, Amy Copeland, Westly Cook, Carey Conner, Jennifer Coleman, Trudy Christman. Shannon Cannon, Neil Bodecker, Julie Bengtson, Devin Bentson, Shawn Beaty, and Julie Batchelort EIGHTH GRADUATION 21 XVQWW What's In The News A tragic accident. Space Shuttle Mise sion 51-L exploded about ten seconds after liFt-off from the Kennedy Space Center, Cape Canaveral, Florida, on January 28, 1986. The shuttle was car- rying seven astronauts including the first teacher in space, Christa McAu- liffe. Also aboard were: Michael Jh Smith, Francis R. Scobee, Ronald E. McNair, Ellison S. Onizuka, Gregory Jarvis, and Judith A. Resnik. The sus- pected cause of the disaster was a dete- riorated seal on the solid rocket booste er. Photograph was courtesy of the Sherman Democrat and the Associated Press. A chill went through my body when I heard the news. Brenda Bonner THE W RLD F , SPng 0 WHAT 5 IN WHAT'S OUT Jams aggbnglefE: sunglasses neon colors Catt; Bowl Ropers Pee Wee Herrman Texas AJzM Levi 501's Madonna look NBA like a big dog MiChalfl Jackson . bobbed haircuts B-trac tapes BOStO'chelms SWATCH watches Im so Sgre Houston Rockets Shaker-knit sweaters Gag me! NCAA Louisville Cardinals Wimbledon Boris Becker, West Germany Martina Navratilova, USA Texas' Biggest Story- The Delta L- 1011 jet crashed at the DXFW Inter- national Airport on August 2nd, 1985. The airplane was caught in wind shear during an undetected storm. This close-to-home disaster killed 137 people and was the top- breaking news story in Texas for 1985. Photograph courtesy of the Sherman Democrat and the Associ- ated Press. 22 STUDENT LIFE Coke is it! Or is it? Once upon a time Coke was the Real Thing , then they changed it. So, if 'newt Coke was It why did they bring 'old' Coke back? And where does that totally l'Outra- gioust' Cherry Coke Fit into the pic- ture? If people drink Coke for stimula- tion, what is the purpose of Caffeine Free Coke? But Hey! How about Dr. Pepper? It was out of the ordinary , so what about now, is it one of them.7 Coke - Catch the wave . . . if you can. Libyan leader. Col. Moammar Khadafy this year engaged in armed aggression against the United States. Photo courte- sy of the Sherman Democrat and the A.P. ROCK 69$ rock group country group rock singer country singer rock song country song THE SOUND OF MUSIC - FAVORITES - COUNTR Y 315 The Outfield Alabama Phil Collins George Strait If You Leave by OMD Grandpa by the judds Space Shuttle Crew: Back row - Ellison S. Onizuka, Sharon Crista McAuliffe, Gregory Jarvis, Judith A. Resnik, Mi- chael J. Smith, Francis R. tDiCIQ Scobee, and Ronald E. McNair. Photo courtesy of the Sherman Democrat and the AP. WHO'S WHO IN GOVERNMENT US. President Ronald Reagan Vice President George Bush Texas Governor Mark White State Senators john Tower Loyd Bentson State Representatives District Four Ralph Hall , a CURRENT EVENTS 23 21$va The Best Of All The Rest Three successful banquets were kicked off at this year's end. Food and awards were the main attractions, while guest speakers made their appear- ances with some inspiring speeches. The organizations that put on these banquets were athletics, band, and agri- culture. Guest speaker for the Ag Banquet was Mr. CL. Simco of Van Alstyne. French's of Sher- man catered the event. Said Darrin Stewart, a ju- nior, I thought the Ag Ban- quet was set up and organized well. I enjoy the speaker. It was really nice. At the Band Banquet, which was catered by Honey Creek of Van Alstyne, there was no guest speaker; however, many awards were handed out. It was a time for all those who worked so hard to be rec- ognized, said Dawn McMa- han, a sophomore. Wendy Billups, a senior, said, I enjoyed the band ban- quet because it was our night just for the band to be hon- ored. 24 STUDENT LIFE The Sports Banquet was ca- tered by Underwood's of Sher- man and the guest speaker was Mr. Vance Morris, defensive coordinator at Austin College. He gave an interesting speech on winning attitudes. After the speaker, awards were handed out. Karin Brown, recipient of the Pan- ther Pride Award, said, It was funny because we were play- ing with the candle and I didn't know they had called my name. Senior Laura Minchey, who recieved two awards, said, The awards I received paid off for all the hard work! That was the banquets main purpose: to recognize and hon- or all the hard work the stu- dents of these organizations put forth. I feel like all students per- form better when they get rec- ognition for achievements they have accomplished. The banquets recognize the efforts of students and therefore they want to do more - better. Coach Mike Weatherley. Geez Guys, Thanks! The Van Al- styne Band Boosters present Mr. Mike Perry with a token of their ap- preciation. I was glad to see our athletes recognized and awarded for their talents and abilities. Robin Reynolds, fresh. Band John Philip Sousa Award; Tammy Murley Outstanding Musician: Derek Bengtson Outstanding Marcher of the Year: Tim Lamson Outstanding Bandsman: Laura Sloan Most Improved Boy: Brent Williams Most Improved Girl: Amy Cuinn Service Award: Chikako Wilkinson Michelle Domingos he Athletics Outstanding Athlete Award: Paul Hicksom Chuck Haker Laura Minchey Panther Pride Award: Scott McTee Eddie Cate Scott Campbell Karin Brown Scholastic Award: Nancy Tepera Melissa Ferguson Nancy Tepera Craig Page Jay Cooper Football Booster Club Award: Timmy Gipson Outstanding Back Award: Craig Huffhines Outstanding Lineman Award: Michael McCollum Baseball Most Valuable Player: Derek Bengtson Baseball Most Improved: Craig Page Track Most Valuable Player: Laura Minchey Billy Wilson Tennis Most Valuable Player: Michelle Weatherley Rebecca Buckner Justin Buckner Golf Most Valuable Player: Scott McTee Jana Lightfoot Rebecca Buckner Basketball Most Valuable Player: Volleyball Most Valuable Player: if For Me? Coach Debra Manley beams at her track girls,- Holly Owen, Pam Pittman, Lisa DeHaven, and Kathy OtCain as they present her with a gift at the Sports Banquet. Look at This Mr. Vance Morris, guest speaker for the Sports Ban- quet, holds up his handtowel given by the Athletic Club. Ag Beef Products: Mike Domingos Sheep: Greg Moody Dairy: Amy Noe Horse Proficiency: Hunter Floyd Poultry: Jennifer Likely Farm Shop: Bob Lemons Rabbit: James Douglas Livestock: Tim Renneker Fish-Wildlife: Robert Philbrick Outdoor Recreation: Darrell Huddleston Fruit 8: Vegetables: Mike Domingos Home 8: Farmstead Improvement: Ray Sims Ag Mechanics: Brian McCasland Beef Award: Scott McTec Sheep Award: Cary Akins Helping Hand Award: Jeff Spencer Outstanding: 9th-Thomas Brown 10th-Chad Huffhines 11th-Bradley Flatt 12th-Craig Huffhines Cwop: Jennifer Likely Jason Vensel The Next Bid? During the Ag Ban- quet, Ag teacher Mr. Damon Motley shows a pair of clippers given to him by the Ag Boosters. BANQUETS 25 There's a lot involved in being a senior and there are more privileges too. Sr. Audra Richie Class of 1986: Back row - Michael R. McCol- lum, Brandon Jr Stacks, Brandie G. Hix, La- Tonya D. Murphy, Terri A, Hix, Chrystal L. Hodges, Jill L. Aiken, Thomas D. Lamson, Bri- an A. McCasland, Jason H. Spencer, Charlotte A. Reynolds, Chikako Shimoda - Wilkinson, Audra C. Richie, Danny K. Scalf, Doug C. Flanery, Lisa A. Spradling, Chuck Haker, Paul Hickson, Gregory Di Lay, C. Shane Chandler, Chris L. Taylor, Melissa A. Ferguson, M. Jody Wesson; Edward L. Cate, Harold D. Gonzales, Graham R. Guthrie, Jeffery K. Spencer. Amy A. Guinn, Aaron K. Williams, Laura M. Min- chey, Candace A. Wright, N. Michelle Weath- erley, D. Scott Campbell, Craig P. Huffhines, Wendy L. Billups, C. Scott McTee, Tammy A. Murley. Stacy W. Burk, Debra Holland, Nancy E Tepera, and Pamela G. Huff 26 STUDENT LIFE 24$mW Here The class of 1986's year got off to a fast start. In early Au- gust senior portraits were taken and that is when it began to sink in that the senior class was here and the year belonged to them, Everything is starting to happen and fall into place. said Terri Hix. As the days turned to weeks and the weeks to months, graduation night quickly ap- proached. Gowns were ordered, programs typed, and diplomas printed. 50 many things ran through the seniors' minds as they began to make decisions about graduation. How they wanted to have their names printed on their diplomas seemed to be a minor decision but caused the seniors to look toward the future. I was con- templating on whether or not to put my middle name on it, but I thought how wierd it was to really be out of school for good and I never had to go back. Wendy Billups The night finally came and the ceremonies were held at the football field. Rain threatened to move graduation to the gym but the clouds cleared and the evening was very pleasant. The One for the road. Seniors Chris Taylor and Paul Hickson embrace before they set out to take on the world with their new lives. Look Out World We Come VAHS Band brought in the sen- iors with Pomp and Circum- stance , then Nancy Tepera gave her Salutatorian speech on 'Freedom'. Jeff Gore, Debbie Moody, and Mr. and Mrs. Jeff Coleman sang That's What Friends Are For then Candace Wright, Valedictorian, spoke on the accomplishments of the class. Afterwards, Rev. Dennis Wilkinson gave over the con- trols to the Seniors to base their lives on stronger values in his commencement address. Then the moment that they had been waiting for for thirteen years, Superintendent Charles Wil- liams presented the seniors with their diplomas, they moved their tassels, and the graduates were on the way to new and ex- citing lives. A Giant step forward. As Pump and Cinumstamci' is heaid the gidduates file in, the seniors leading, axe Jody s d Ch 11 I H Wesen an a otte Wynolds $ 0 . e ' 3 x e Once in a lifetime Valedictorian for l g I I the graduating class, Candace Wright i i , ' ancepts her diploma from Supt. Charles . Williams. . i ' . W. . w . ,L W ' M i - s1 2? Wk yewauiavm e Writs? Roger I've got it. Dennis Wilkinson speaks to the seniors on their new responsibilities and encourages them to hold on to strong values. - t Freedom. Nancy Tepera, Salutatorian, Sentimental Tears. Foreign exchange speaks on the new freedom of the class student Chikako Wilkinson sheds a and insures that it will not be taken for tear as she brings her year in America granted. to a close. GRADUATION 27 Student Council Members Bridget Gas- kill,Ju1ie Batchelor, and Misty Wilson were excited when they found out they were allowed to wear JAMS to their end of the year dance. . Blow Me Away!! This years dinner the- atre brought several unexpected mo- ments. Who Fell Asleep?? Several U.I.L. par- ticipants study their materials that qualified them for regionals. 28 DIVISION One and a Two. Michele Williams and Dawn McMahan practice their concert music in the band hallt Memorizing lines at the last minute . . . Practicing pyramids as the pep rally starts Buying decorations the day of the dance . . . All of these moments give an impression of nothing but cha- 05, but somewhere along the line things all come together and hours of planning and hard work pay off. Plays are put together by the Drama Club, stock shows are prepared for by the F.F.A., half- time routines are performed by the drill team and band, the an- nual staff works all year to put The Paw together, and the list goes on and on. Each Club has some goal that they prepare and work for all year. As a group of people working together, they reach these goals and provide special memories and good times not only for the members but for many spectators. ,2 luv hie t '1, wax,- Mu 'K .5 .9 , o ll z - .a ,v .4. '34:. ,,. ,e 0. Q -w Vl . a -.. ORGANIZATIONS 29 JOURNALISM: Back Row: M. Weatherley, C. Wright, Debbie Nance Sponson, T. Cook, J. Lightfoot, N. Salmon, D. Davis, W. Billups, S. Wilson, L. Woodroof, R. Reynolds, J. Renne, H. Owen, B. Wright, MA Williams, L. Allen. BAND: Back Row: W. Billups, N. Bodecker, M. Allen, J. Lightfoot, J. Coleman, T. Cook, J. Coleman, '1'. Murley, L. DeHaven, L Sloan, J. Renne, Mike Metze Directo0. G. Henderson, 5. Wilson, T. Lamson, T. Lamson, T. Lamson, B. Lemmons, S. Conner, P. Pittman, R. Reynolds, C. Conner, J. Benglson, M. Weatherley, M. Ferguson, T. Shearer, P. Williams, L. DeHa- ven, D. Bengtson, C. Moody, B. Williams, L. Allen, T. Bodecker, A Cherry, C. Moore. N. Spencer, 5. Cannon, 5. Evans, V. Miller. T. McCabe, A. Holtzman. SPEECH d: DRAMA: Back Row: B. Dixen, 5. Smith, J. Coleman, J. Buckner, S. Morgan, 5. Wilson, John Wade GponsorL S. Forehand, T. Lynch, J. McCullar, S. Batchelor, B. Wrighi, H. Gonzales, D. Flanary, C. Huffhines, C. Stockl, M. Crawford 30 ORGANIZATIONS I'm not ncrx'uus. Aw YOU nmvnux? 01- umlw nut' Immu x lmltm ing mn lw luuud lwlmc mull pcltm mumc ul tlw lmgh ulmnl band while they are waiting t0 strut thcil atuH. Work Done Many organizations do work that the public is not aware of. The three organizations that get the least recog- nition for all their Be- hind the Scenes work were the Journalism Class, the Speech and Drama Club, and the Band. Many long hours of practice go behind the finished and final product of each organi- zation. The finished product of.the Journalism class was a yearbook that captured all the year's memories. It's so hard because it is so time consuming, explained Michelle Weatherley, Senior, when asked how she felt about the effort put forth on the yearbook. The Speech and Dra- ma club is designed to produce plays. These plays include the Din- ner Theater, the Christ- mas Talent Show, U.I.L. One Act Play, and the Senior Play. The purpose is to get involved and support the cast, explains Sen- ior Jody Wesson, secre- tary of the Speech and Drama Club. The high school Behind The Scenes band works mainly to- ward competition and providing good enter- tainment for halftime at the football games. This includes practices on Tuesday nights and coming before school each day. I think it is worth it to have extra practices. says Dawn McMahan, Sopho- more, especially if we want to represent our school well on Friday nights and at competi- tions. The band has com- petitions they go to an- nually. Competition is a crucial part of the Yes, they really do work! Lau- ra Woodroff, Brandt Wright, and Holly Owen work hard to put together the annual in 7th period Journalism Class. JOURNALISM-SPEECH 8:; DRAMA 31 bands activities. They start during summer break to work toward marching contest. After marching season, they start working to- ward concert competi- tion. The audience is what every one of these orga- nizations works for. They create entertain- ment you can see, read, and hear. It's not as easy as it may seem. They all take practice, skill, and determina- tion. Who is it now?! Marla Wise, Audra Ritchie, and Shelley Douglas greet Paul Hickson as a part of their play, Meet Me at the Prom . W 3313 Follow Their Steps Leadership is shown in three organizations e Student Council, Na- tional Honor Society, and U.I.L. Participants. The members of these clubs are thought to be the leaders of the school. The Student Council has the highest reputa- tion in school. They planned and sponsored most of the school ac- tivities. The student council also got to dis- cuss matters with Mr. Lightfoot before the stu- dent body was informed. This year, the student council sponsored all the dances and provided the music for them. I think the student council is in a good posi- U.l.L. Results Lara Allen: First place-dis- trict, Fifth place-regional in Shorthand Wendy Billups: Second place- district, regional qualifier in Feature Writing Holly Owen: Second place- district, in Prose and Newsw- riting. First alternate-regional and State qualifier in Newsw- riting Nancy Tepera: Third place- district, regional qualifier in Science Michelle Weatherley: Second place-district, regional qualifi- er inEditorial Writing Jody Wesson: All Star Cast in the One Act Play Brandt Wright: First Alter- nate-district in Headline Writing, All Star Cast in the One Act Play Candace Wright: First 8: sec- ond place, Editorial 8: Newswriting-district, second place regional and state quali- fier in newswriting. tion and they need to take advantage of it more than they do, stat- ed Lara Allen, Junior. The National Honor Society is an organiza- tion that chooses its members. To be asked to join, a person must have an average of 85 or above. I consider it a privilege to be in N.H.S. because I was recognized for my academic achievements. Not many people can say that, stated Charlotte Reynolds, Seniors. This year, there were 23 inductees who joined the other 24 members. requirement The for Now Girls! Mrs. Nance tells Candace Wright and Holly Owen how to be a winner in Journalism at the state compe- tition in Austin. 32 ORGANIZATIONS N.HS. eligibility was Changed from a 90 aver- age to an 85 average. I don't think they should have lowered the aver- age. It's not fair to the people who keep a 90 average. I'm still glad to see so many people ac- cepted, claimed Mike Smith, Junior. The other group of elite people are the U.I.L. Participants. These peo- ple competed academi- cally with other towns in the district. The One Act Play is also consid- ered a U.I.L. event. Dra- ma U.I.L. is good be- cause it gives drama stu- dents a chance to com- Give Me Five! Darrin Stewart pays Brandt Wright for his admission into a school dance while other students council members look on. pete with other drama people considering dra- ma is not on the top of the list of extracurricu- lar activities, said Marla Wise, Junior There are many ad- vantages of participat- ing in U.I.L. It is good competition. It also gives you a chance to meet new people, ex- plained Pam Huff, Sen- ior. Without these orga- nizations, leadership would not be as domi- nant. Students not in- volved in these organi- zations look up to their peers and try to follow in their footsteps. Spread the light! lelv H'ilxnn and Blllv H'Mnun wnlmmgr Ilunu'w at 1hr N.Hinnal Hnnux Smitty lmimlmn LL'IL'IHUHY Student Council: Back Row-I. Likely, D. Campbell, R. Williams, J. Buckner, M. Williams, L. Allen, P. Pittman, K. O'Cain, H. Gonzales, H. Owen, J. Lightfoot, T. Cook, Elizabah Howard Eponsorx C. Huff- hines, D Bengtson, C. Wright, S. McTee, D. Flanery, B. Wrigm U.l.L Participants: Back Row-John Wade GponsorL T. Velekei, P. Huff, L. Minchey, J. Buckner, R. Cayce, J. Coleman, C. Huffhines, S. Graf, S. Mahaffey, S. Morgan, C. Wright, Brenda Bonner $pcm5010, IX Shearer, S. Wilson, T. Cook, J. Renne, M. Weatherley, N. Tepeta, M. Williams, H. Owen, S. Brophy, B. Wright, Kathy Mitchell Gponsory, L. Allen, M. Allen, A Guinn, W. Billups, D. McMahan, A. Cherry, 5. Batchelor, J. McCullar, M. Wise, Deborah Nance Sponsor! National Honor Society: Back Row-E. Cate, D. Danton, B. Wilson, 8. Mosby, C. Huffhines, M. Smith, M. Morgncr, S. Conner, L. Sloan, K. Brown, D. Scalf, N. Tepera, JA Ashley, 5. Batchelor, R. Buckner, B. Wright, C. Page, M. Williams, 5. Forehand, S. McTee. L. Allen, W. Billups, J. Buckner, R. My, J. Lightfoot, H. Owen, D. Bengtson, T. x Murley, 5. Morgan, A. Ritchie, P. Huff, L. DeHaven, S. Brophy, S. Wilson, '11 Cook, D. McMahan, 1. Renne, Jane Ripley GponsorL S. 1Campbell; V. Pres., C. Reynolds; Treas., C. Wright; Pres, M. Weather- ey; Sec. STUDENT COUNCIL - N.I-LS. 33 THE HIGHSTEPPERS: Back Row-J. Wesson, K. O'Cain, S. Smith, S. Douglas, K. Brown, D. Davis4 M. Halliburton, A. Ritchie, T. Bodeker, M. Domingos, S. Wilson, C. Wilkinson, N. Salmon, T. Cook, 5. Mahaffey, P. Huff, A. Guinn, C. Reynolds, G. Hill, TA Lynch; LL, H. Owen; Capt., S. Graf; M311, J. Renne; Co-Capt., J. McCullar; Lt. VARSITY CHEERLEADERS: Back Row-C. Wright, 5. Bachelor, '1'. Marley; Head, W. Billups, L. DeHaven, M. Wise. 5. Morgan, M. Weatherley; Masoct. JUNIOR VARSITY CHEERLEADERS: T. Shearer, J. Lightfool, P. Pittman. 34 ORGANIZATIONS L'p, up, and away! Tammv Muxlcy gvts a litrt trmm H'cndy Billupx .md Math H'iw dummy, .1 wchlx' pup MHV Flying High! The Junior Varsity Cheerleaders often helped the Varsiky Cheerleaders during the battle cries at the pep rallics x Miss Highstepper: Shelley Douglas Mr. and Miss Spirit: Hunter Floyd and Amy Guinn f Showtime! The Highsteppers led by Holly Owen-Capt; Jodi Renne-Co Capt: Tammy LynchsLt; and Jennifer McCullar-Lt; entertained the crowds at the football games. Being spirited re- quires lots of time, mon- ey, effort, and creativity. That is how the Junior Varsity, and Varsity Cheerleaders, and Drill Team spent their day. The cheerleaders spent many hours prac- ticing. They practiced each week every day after school. The prac- tice time was long and tiring but was worth it, stated Lisa DeHaven, Varsity Cheerleader. When not practicing, most of the cheerleaders sought employment to pay for the uniforms. This also demanded a great deal of their time. The cheerleaders used their creativity to make signs for the halls, deco- rate lockers and choreo- graph pep rallies. Decorating the halls and making locker signs was hard work, but we enjoyed it and the foot- ball players appreciated it, stated Jana Light- foot, Junior Varsity Cheerleader. In order to show spirit in the school, the cheer- leaders needed a way to raise money. The squads sold mums for Home- coming to obtain money to pay for balloons and other necessary items. I think it's a good project because we earned mon- ey to support our win- ning team all the way to area. explained Tammy Murley, Head Cheer- leader. Another group that paid the price of being spirited was the High- steppers. They spent time practicing during the summer and every day after school. The drill team performed at halftime during football and basketball games, and during the pep ral- lies. Not only did the members enjoy per- forming, but the crowd equally enjoyed them. We worked really hard to perfect them, said Tiffany Cook, Sopho- more, and I think that QMM E2; of Being Spirited the audience really en- joyed our shows. Like all other organi- zations, the Highstep- pers needed a method of getting money. They sold pads with a Pan- ther logo. This sale ac- quired a good sum of money. The cost of being spir- ited is a high price to pay and requires a good deal of dedication. The mem- bers of these organiza- tions devoted many hours of their time to make the atmosphere more pleasant and the school a better place to be. DRILL TEAM CHEERLEADERS 35 Making? Lot Of Noise When kids are at the Jr. High age, most of them like to make noise. The cheerleaders yell and the band plays. My favorite part of cheering is yelling in front of the stands at the games, stated Julie Batchelor, 8th grade cheerleader. Besides yelling, the cheerleaders put hours of hard work behind everything they did. They practiced often to make the squad better. Watching the varsity cheerleaders helps us learn to be stiffer with our motions and stuff, explained Bridget Gas- kill, 7th grade cheer- .. . e'ek - Ready, Okay! Chey Laube, Carey Conner, and Barbi Sul- livan stand prepared to cheer the football boys on to victo- ry. leader. Not only did the cheerleaders Cheer at the games, but they cheered at the pep rallies also. The cheerleaders and students favorite part of the pep rallies were skits. Skits are one of my favorite parts of cheerleading because it gets the crowds atten- tion, stated Barbi Sulli- van, 7th grade cheer- leader. Speaking of noise e the 6th and 7th grade bands were experts. Nei- ther the 6th nor the 7th grade bands had the op- portunity to play at the games so they did all of their noise making in WI Pucker Up!! Barbi Sullivan puckers up to play her French horn. 36 ORGANIZATIONS the band hall. They put in long, hard hours of practice for their Christ- mas performance and Sandy Lake contest in the spring. All of the 7th grade band students are look- ing forward to being in 8th grade so they can march with the high school band. I can't wait until next year when I get to march, stated David Wade, member of the 7th grade band. There were many different Opinions about whether the 8th grade band members should V336 Re QMW get to join the high school band or not. I think they should get to join. They are going to be beginners whether they join this year or next year, explained Angela Cherry, Fresh- man member of the high school band. Making noise and supporting the teams, school, and parents are what these 6th and 7th grade band members and cheerleaders are best at. They try their hardest and always come up winners. 6: Hlmh nut Mardi Grad! Daniel Halt and 'Inlw Mdlom' 0th umyp HUIix JHJguntlx' to pldy tlw 1mm nntw Sixth Grade Band - Back Row: T. Taylor, L Kisler, T. Lamson, C. Bodeker, S. Netherlain, D. Holland, T. Malone, S. Crosson, S. O'Cain, T. Grant, B. Cam, 5. Hassell, C. Marr, D Flatt, S. Kee, D. Sanderson, J. Panin, B. Jacobson, C. Howard, L. Alexander, 5. Self, M Williams, R. J. Howard, D. Malone, J. Presley, N. Mertz, M. Morrison, L. Reynolds, M. Smith. Seventh Grade Band-Back Row: B. Lenoir, D. Wade, E. Sanderson, B. Nevil, B, Gaskill, K. Hix, J; Daniels, J. Fletcher, J. Malone, C. Troxte , B. Jenkins, 8. Sullivan, M. Wurscher, K. Whitehead, T. Wallis, J. Renne, K. Cunningham, E. Canex, G. Gibb, K. Null, F. Chandler. ,Iv J Jr. High Cheerleaders - Back Row: B. Sullivan. C. Laube, B. Gaskill, C. :j 54 Conner, J. Balchelor, M. Wiggens. ?i: JH BAND-CHEERLEADERS 37 Library Aides - A Riichie, R Buckner, C. Wilkinson, L. Allen, TA Hix, M. McCollum, K. Gentry. My Beautiful Hair! andic HR and LHUIWJ MLIIplw give Iodv H'twson d new lonk. Office Aids - H. Owen, C. Reynolds, R. Aly, A. Cuinn, J. Fell, S. Derrick, S. Douglas, H. Gonzales, M. Zastudill, G. Hill, C. Hodges. Sherman Students - Back Row: B. Stacks, A. Harris, D. Edwards, L. Murphy, P. Beck, No! Pictured: C Hammons, D. Sims, B. Hix, E. Fisher, C. Elrod. 38 ORGANIZATIONS Working A Fat 011 For The Back Little Miss Busy Bodies! Shel- ley Douglas, High School Of- Fice Aide, helps secretary Vicki Fletcher with her daily duties. The Handy Man Can!! Bran- don Stacks, Sherman Student, stays late to work on a car for homework. A pat on the back --- that was what the stu- dent aides and the stu- dents who took courses in Sherman worked for. The aides worked hard all year without earning a credit. The Sherman students traveled to Sherman each day miss- ing out on half of the day's activities at their own school. The aides worked hard all year performing a wide variety of duties. According to Senior, Ed- die Cate, My duties range from grading pa- pers to mixing chemicals for lab use. Office aide, Liz Fisher, Junior, per- formed such duties as answering the phone, picking up absence sheets, running errands, and filing papers. Some of our students traveled to Sherman each day to take a course in a subject which they thought would be useful to them in the future. They left after third period each day which caused them to miss half of the school's activities, including the pep rallies. LaTonya Murphy, Sen- ior, explained, I hate missing everything that goes on here. Someone will talk about what happened to so-n-so and I won't know what they're talking about. The Sherman students took their courses main- ly because they already had a career in mind and they needed certain classes which weren't offered in Van Alstyne. I go to Sherman High School for the autome- chanics class. It's fun; but itis not a total blast. I think the class will help me a great deal in the fu- ture, said Chris Elrod, Junior. Others took them be- cause they saw a course that they thought would be interesting or fun. Debbie Sims, Sopho- more, stated, I take a cosmetology class which is more interesting than regular school. It's excit- ing because it's so much more different than Van Alstyne. The student aides and the Sherman students work each year for their own personal reasons. They are preparing for their future when others think they are getting out of regular school work. AIDES - SHERMAN STUDENTS 39 Words From LComo estas? LQue Pasa? Hace mucho frio en aqui! Some students heard these phrases over and over each day. What do they mean? To those who have not taken a Spanish class or are not around the language it sounds like a lot of tongue-tied words. To those who understand and speak the lan- guage, it is an open door in their future. I thought it would be a lot of fun to learn a different language, explains Freshman, Dana Davis, It isn't really that hard. It's like learning English when you're a baby; it takes a little time to catch on. Taking a foreign language can be con- sidered to be required. Some colleges require that a student have taken two years of a foreign language. I have to take Spanish because the college I want to attend re- quires that I take two years of it, says Ju- nior, Marla Wise. Taking a Spanish class also enables the student to join the club that corresponds to the subject. Like the other organizations the Span- ish Club has many ideas that they have put to- gether. Foreign exchange stu- dents were another group that experienced a new language. Not only was the language differ- ent but they lived in a totally different envi- ronment. Christina Stockl, student from Australia shares, I wanted to be an ex- change student because I wanted to spend a year in another country, learn new things, and meet lots of people. Customs and tradi- tions change from coun- try to country. Chikako Wilkinson, a student from Japan explains, Most Japanese people are Buddhist but some follow rituals in the Shinto religion. Most students are al- lowed to go where they 1 don't understand! Chikako Wilkinson, foreign exchange student, asks Mrs. Bonner to explain the assignment. 4O ORGANIZATIONS Another Country want. i'I wanted to come to Texas and I am very happy here, says Bet- tina Dixen, a student from Denmark. Being an exchange student involves many Changes, but is only for a few select individuals. Hey hombre! Bang, bang! You're dead! Craig Page at- tempts to shoot the fair maid- en Holly Owen in a final show-down. They never learn! Jodi Renne, Farrel Ritchie, Tracy Shearer, and Chet Stevens stand on the chairs in their second period Spanish class. EL CIRCULO DE AMISTAD: Back Row: M Wise, L. Hani- son, C. Wright, S Morgan, K. O'Cain, L. Woodroof, S Biophy, Beth Howard tSponsod, B Wright, C. Page, D. Holland, H Gonzales, N Tepera, F, Ritchie, T. Offill, A. Ritchie, S. Camp- bell, B. Taylor, J. Gardner. EXCHANGE STUDENTS: Chikako Wilkinson, Japan; Chris- tina Stockl, Australia, Bettina Dixen, Denmark. 71w 7:34 $,b ,, .- 7 ; ,A 1:73:2'3'4 W7 7'37 Ix The van Axgty ne HEN Song SPANISH CLUB - EXCHANGE STUDENTS 41 Jr. High Student Council: Back Row - A. Yogi, L. DeHaven, J. Batche- lor, M Wilson, B Gaskill. T Lamson, K. Barnes, C. Conner, C. VVeatherley, C. Huffhines, C. Smphens, J. Daniels, Nancy Weatherley, M. Doly, H. Grinke, J Nix, S. Beaty, S Kee, KA Hix. E. Carter. 8. Morgan: Science Club Officers: C. Huffhines, J. Coyle, D. Bengtson, B. Mor- gan, C. Laube, J. Batchelor, C. Stephens, C. Conner. U.I.L. Competitors: Back Row - D. Wade, 8. Williams, B. Morgan, J. Coleman, J. Fletcher, P. Williams, C. Weatherley, D. Bengtson, B. Jenkins, 1 Bengtson, T. Lamson, C. Conner, T. Coyle, E. Carter, 8. Sullivan, K. Cunningham, B. Gaskill. Not Pictured: T. Taylor, J. Kisler, M. Gentry, D. Holland, 5. Crosson, B. Reece, T Lamson, B. Cate, S. Kee, S. Trail, K. Gann, J. Nix. 42 ORGANIZATIONS Pklsh the Red UHN Ilv1iv klevI and kluixtv HLllHlimw mess Mound with tlw equip The Big Winners. At the U11. 7th and 8th grade meet Julie Bengtaon played 0th in Oral Reading; Barbi Sullivan, lxt in Imdy wxiting; Bridgett Casi mvnt Jt tlw Hnlxntun p lu wntm L'ill, 0th in Spelling; and Kelly Cunningham, 5th in Spelling. Nut pictured; Alan Holtzman, ht in Science. Junior High Junior High can be full of accomplishments as can High School. Three groups of Jr. High students have achieved some major accomplish- ments. They are the stu- dent council, the science club, and the UIL par- ticipants. The Jr. High holds elections at the begin- ning of the year for stu- dent council members. The student council plans one or two activi- ties each year for the stu- dent body. This year the major activity was the W533! A Soc Hop in the fall. The first dance was a big suc- cess. The kids can hard- ly wait till we have the next one. The teachers had a lot of fun too, commented Nancy Weatherley, sponsor. The Jr. High science club is made up of 7th and 8th grade students who are interested in science activities. The science club takes an an- nual trip to Houston on which they tour NASA. They take several trips to a farm to collect speci- mens for class and they a Wzm pr . Accomplishments take a trip to Lake Tex- oma to observe Bald Ea- gles. HI wanted to join the science club because of the trips to Mr. Whi- tehead's farm . . .and we get to go to NASA. I think this is a great ex- perience, said Tracy Lamson, 8th grade. There are several dif- ferent areas in which students can compete in UIL. Three competitors and an alternate are cho- sen for each subject. To even get to compete is an honor. Students go through a series of tests to decide who will go. The reason I competed is because of the chal- lenge of competing against people of equal intellectual capabilities, Jennifer Coleman, 8th. Through thick and thin the Van Alstyne middle school student council, science club members, and UIL par- ticipants provide a better surrounding for their fellow students. Now What?! Bridgett Caskill and Terry Lamson discuss student council activities with Mrs Weatherley. QMW I'm honored to be cho- sen as FFA Sweetheart be- cause it is a nice way to represent the school. It is flattering to know the FFA members want me to repre- sent Tammy Lynch, Junior. them, too, stated . Showing HaVEEE Off Going to shows or competitions is how the Future Farmers of Amer- ica and the Future Homemakers of Amer- ica spend the school year. They are organiza- tions in which the mem- bers take on responsibil- ities and can show off their projects. These organizations are supported by the state so dues are a little more expensive. I'm not in FHA this year be- cause the dues are too expensive, explained Michele Williams, Ju- nior. This is not neces- sarily the attitude of high school students. FHA and FFA have the highest membership in every high school. Lots of time and effort go into raising an ani- mal for show or spend- ing time on projects. Sometimes having the patience is worth it in the long run but only one can win Grand Champion. 1 got 'gat- ed!' In other words, I was thrown out with the rest, stated Junior, Bry- an Trapp when explain- ing how he did at the Fort Worth Stock Show. Fort Worth was real- ly great! It was good ex- perience for Loy Lake, said Rodney Wilson, Ju- nior. Loy Lake seemed to be the most important show because friends from other towns are there competing, also. Loy Lake was fun. I won two blue ribbons and a judge even asked for one of my recipes, explained Freshman, Angela Cherry. Members of these or- ganizations have reasons to be proud. They have worked hard all year to show off their projects to represent our school. Whoa Doggie! Craig Huff- hines helps lead a steer to the ring for judging at Loy Lake. 44 ORGANIZATIONS Rock-a-bye Babies! Kevin Day, Robin Aly, Craig Page and other FHA members rocked all night for a fund raiser. :9 . v' ht, q. es! , .32 a: 3,. st 3 l: J .r' 'jl'mr. , 4;; 'Q 'Q X. 3'. 3: . 39p . ,- v.2 J - '5 . n : s. hn6 f 4W5: c H: :6 K I K! J u l r FHA: dek Rona Karla Cannon hpunson, k, U'Cam R Buckney, B Bannister, D l t h , ; Cuyle, R. Aly, R Beaumont, B. Taylm, L3. Guthrie, T Long, R Lemons, J. Kirley, R Williams, K Day, C Page, M. Allen, A. Cherry, D Campbell, T, Hix, C, Taylort L Spradlmg, M. Zuludil, A. Stinton, S. Forehand, C, Wilkinson, T. Harrison, M, Lmks, P Huff, C. V'Vlight, C. Reynoldn, A Guinn, K Gentry, M, Wealherley, W Bxllups, A. Ritchie, S Douglas, L Harrison, T BodI-Ler, D. Williams, J. Brophy, FFA: Back Row- D, Huddleston, BV Trapp, B. Han, P, PinmanA J. Renneker. R. McCabe, B Rodd, T. Brown. F Ritchie, B. Smith, K, Walsh, 5, Wright, T. Giles, S. '. Key, T. Renneker, S. McTee, J, Spencer, 1. Likely, C. Haker, D. Lawson, T. l A g Harrison, M O'Brien, 5. Trammell, M, Locks, RV Couaxd, R. Haliburton, B. t , . MgCasland, C. Moody, R. Philbrick, K. Blair, T. Murley, S. Holloway, MA Wolfe. , ' J Teperalj Trammell, M. JacLson, J. Watson, I. Walla, JV McTee, C. Doggett, S. Chandlen C. Barcheers, J. Sprawl, T. Lynch, C. Akins, K. Simcol C. Huffhines, M. Zastudil, A. Slimon, S. Moore, L Harrison, DV Demon, D. Stewan, J. Cooper, 8. ; Mosby, JV Douglas, D. Humex, C. Beaty, P. Hickson, S. Payne, A. McCollum, M, ' $ x3 Moody, VV Linkswiler, C. Wright, M. Crawford, D McBee, J, Kirley, L. Hemphill. f S. Moore, R. McMorris, M. Corbet. S. Derrick. R. Lemons, D Small, M. Domin- ' i 305, D Williams, B. Lemmons, JV Vensal, S. Dhane, R Sims, C. Lay, A. Flatt, D. Miller, J. Demon. Robert Matthews tsponsorL D. Flanery, H. Floyd, A. Noe, R. 1 , Wilson, C. Huffhines, A. Williams, Damon Motley uponsory I h i 4 4 ; I - 12!? w?' - K 33' ha; . Aix . ' . f . .3. F . OFFICERS: Back Row- FFA: P. HICLson, Sentinel: R Wilson, V. Pres , D Flanary, . ' 4 Reporter, H. Floyd,Treas.,C, Huffhinem Pres ;A. Noe,5ec1nm pictuledk FHA: R. NR1. , Bucknex, Treas.: J. Wesson, V. Pres; C. Reynolds. Sea; A. Guinn, Pres. FHA - PFA 45 Up Above the Rest. The Spanish I class makes learning a lot more fun while doing uncommon things. What A Picture!!! Hunter Floyd and Chad Huffhines demonstrate their drawing skills. Come to Jamaica! Dana Davis. learns salesmanship skills in her Speech 1 class. 46 DIVISION Cracking the Books. Jack Daniels reads a thaptm in his text book in order m pass the next test. 5t Housebill 72 thrust much i' t more work on the students as well as the teachers. Students were forced to study harder while teachers had to show their competency. Everyone had to comply to many new laws and changes. Students who did not a t .- - f pass all of their classes with a xth i t . . ' yr ' . : grade of 70 or above could not , x. 4' ' . participate in extra curricular activities. Juniors had to pass the TEAMS test to graduate 11$ while teachers found their ca- YZW reers depended on TECAT re- sults. Being successful at the old-fashioned basics such as reading and writing was as im- portant as passing a trigonom- etry course. While all these changes were made, a lot of things stayed the same. The seniors still rushed to turn in their research papers, and a lot of homework was still done in the student center just before classes began. Many more hours of work and thought went into assign- ments and lesson plans, and school became much more than just time between the weekends. ACADEMICS 47 That sure is a cute sign. What does it say? says Freshman Mary Allen while commenting on a shorthand sign. Academic Attitudes Everyone between five and eigh- teen comes to school everyday, Monday thru Friday. Many are in- volved in Band, Drill Team, cheer- leading, and football, and many other activities. Most kids work really hard on these and the next day at school you see many hurry- ing around asking for someone's homework, or quickly trying to do it for themselves. Sometimes we forget what school is really for. We come to school for an education. Several people have different opinions on the many classes offered. There are some classes we love such as Health. HI thought Health was going to be real boring, but Coach Martin makes class inter- esting and fun at the same time. says Junior Holly Owen. Some classes we don't even un- derstandlllllll That sign is cute but what does 0 . 4471'- i ' 16,3523? 48 ACADEMIC ?s 5- me it say? asked Freshman Mary Al- len about a shorthand sign. Some consider classes only as a preparation for the future. If I de- cide not to major in accounting I think it would be good to have sec- retarial skills to back me up. says Senior, Charlotte Reynolds. Students are not the only ones to comment on how they feel about their classes. History teacher Christopher Smith comments, In my class we talk about what histo- ry is, almost as much as the events themselves. Business teacher Deborah Nance feels her classes are a little different than most required sub- jects. My classes are mostly elec- tive and are taken because they want to not because they have to. Although some classes are not enjoyed, we learn many things which will benefit us in the future. Wuuna Studyll!!! Sr. Amy Cuinn is seen studying intensely during her last year at school. FAVORITE CUBSES :ZZOAAGRICUIJURE Group Work. Seniors Craig Huffhines, Greg Lay, and Scott Campbell are having fun doing their work all together, Senior Debra Holland Seems k0 think working alone is more rewarding and a lot faster. :21'7o ENGLISH DZSPANISH Experimenting seems to be fun? Or it ap pears to be as Juniors Jennifer MCCullar, Sonja Batchelor, 8L Marla Wise perform 7 one. W FAWITEOW , ZEED:107.GWETQY : Ci 7,, ALGEBRA W3 WGEJERAPHY 7 .. taacgmlsrw . r. !.l? .11, s f . . 3 ' N 12-1 3+? ax?! t f Homework, Homework, and more g. HomeworkH Senior Charlotte Reynolds . V seems to be the perfect model for this ' comment ,N . or 3A3 ' ATTITUDES 49 ?swzze Baffling Brainteasers Advanced classes . . . those om- nious words. Are they really as hard as they sound? Senior Wendy Billups says, I don't think they are really all that hard. If the teach- ers explain it and you really try, you're going to do well. Jodi Renne Soph., who agrees with that x statement says, The advanced classes aren't all that hard but they are a challenge. If you go in ready to work, you are going to do fine, but if you go in thinking the class is going to be a breeze, you're go- ing to be lost! That seemed to be the general consensus from those in advanced classes. On the other hand, there are those few whose opinions differed. Biology 11 is confusing. I don't learning a lot, even though what class in the sense that we're hav- know if it's doing me any good we are learning is hard. said ing to adapt to something other yet. I'll have to wait and see. I Senior Scott McTee. Candace than our culture, said Junior guess I'll soon find out! said Ju- Wright, Senior, said, Trig is a Robin Aly. nior Rhonda Rubio. Senior Laura very complicated subject and Whether these students want Minchey agrees that Typing II is takes a lot of work. to admit it or not, advanced not one of her better classes when Many students seem to agree courses are hard and take a great she said, Typing II gets me in a that Spanish II, another ad- deal of time and effort. This bad mood. I'm glad it is my last vanced course offered, is both homework in these classes is class. enjoyable and challenging. unbelievable. But all the same, Another advanced class taught. Spanish II is very exciting and the advanced courses are pre- is Trigonometry. Mrs. Mitchell, informative. said Senior Debra paring us for college and work, the TriglPre Calculus teacher Holland. Other students see the which will make our life a little says, It's not for just anyone. advanced courses as difficult in easier. Like it has always been Only those who enjoy math and a different way. Spanish II is said, No pain, no gain! its challenges should enroll in this an experience. It's a difficult course. The students in the class seem to pretty much agree with her. I like the class. Mrs. Mitchell is a really good teacher, so we're 50 ACADEMICS I Don't Understand Mrs. Nance is ex plaining some Shorthand theory to Senior Pam Huff. This Doesn't Compute! Writing a program in Computer Math can take many hours of work for Sr. Scott Campbell. G0 Fingers Go!! Senior Charlotte Reynolds tries to keep up with the transcriber in Typing II. BRAINTEASERS 51 Taking The Final Straw Confucious say take fi- nal straw and become very wise! Confucious may or may not know what he is talking about. In this case, takin the final straw would consist 0 three 501- id days of semester tests. This idea was not very appealing to the student body. Junior Lara Allen said, I think that a whole years worth of seven classes is too much to put on your brain in a three day period. It should be spread out more. Most peo- ple forget everything they 52. ACADEMICS memorized anyway. Many of the students agreed with Lara that it was too much to put into a three day period. However, there was a positive point brought out by So ho- more Richard Cayce. I think that they are alright because you can review over the information you have learned. Many saw Richard's point also. 50 some- where there has to be a fine me- dian. So where do we stand? Student body say . . . take final straw and become very wise? P.S. Just give us more time. Five More Days! Several seniors were caught discussing how nice it would be after final exams were over! .-... Nobody Said It would be this hard! The depth of study was more than expected as freshman Nayna Salmon studied for her semester exams. Who Would Believe? Junior Shannon Forehand cleared her locker out to pre- pare for her tests the next day FINALS 53 610 i0 Academic Award Winners: C. AKINS: Consumer Math, L. ALLEN: Alg. II, Shorthand, Typing ll, UIL; M. ALLEN: Introh Compse; R. ALY: TEP; J ASHLEY: Env. Sdence, Rec. Ken: 5. BATCHE- LOR: Typing I; D. BENGTSON: Span. I; W. BIL- LUPS, Scienre; D. BROWN: CLA. I, FOM.; G. BROWN: CLAe l, FOM.; K. BROWN: Rec. Kep., Span. l; R. BUCKNER: Span. l; J. BUCKNER: Sup. Adar, Comp, Math, PBM, Bio. I; D., CAMPBELL: Eng. 1:5. CAMPBELL: Spane II; E. CATE: U1L;C. CATE: Eng. 1, Speech 1, Phys. SCL; R. CAYCE: Span. I; D. CHERRY: Rec. Kep.,Span. 1, Eng 11:5. CONNER: Eng. Il, Spane 1; T. COOK: Eng. 11, Am. I, Span. I; J. COOPER: PBM; M. CORBETT: Consumer Math. P. CRAWFORD: Spec Ed.; D. DAVIS: Consumer Math; L. DEHAVEN: PBM, Span. I; D. DINCMAN: Phys. Sci, Span. 1. Eng. 1; S. DOUGLAS, Span. I; B. FLATT, Rec Kepe, Enge 111:5. FOREHAND: W. Geo, Rec. Kep; J. CAR- DENER: Ame Hish, Spane I; K. CENTRY: PBM; T. ClPSON: ConSumer Math; H. GONZALES: Dra- ma 1; S. CRAP: Intro. Comp5.; A. GUINN: FHA; R. HALLIBURTON: Spec, Ede; T. HARRISON: Pre. Algh; P. HICKSON: Ag. IV; K. HIX: Rec. Kep.; D. HOLLAND: Cov., Span. H, PAF; P. HUFF: PBM; C. HUFFHINES: PAF; M. JACKSON: Phys. Scie; 5. KEY: CLA II; B. LEMMONS: Span, l; D. MCBEE: Phys. Sci. Alg. l, Spanh I; R. MCCABE: Span. I; l. MCCULLAR: Typ. 1, Sup. Actress; M. MCCOLLUM: Introh Comps; L. MCKINNEY: CLA. II; D. MCMAHAN: Eng. ll, Geom. Span. 1, W. His.; 5. MCTEE: UIL; L. MINCHEY: UIL: Comp, Math, Shorthand, Typ. ll, PAF; C. MOODY: FOM; S. MORGAN: Humants., Drama I, Span. II; M. MORGNER: PBM; B. MOSBY: PBM; A. NOE: PeEe; K. O'CAIN: Hisl; H. OWEN: Journ.; C. PACE: TEP, Acct l. Spane I; P. PITT- MAN: Bio. 1, AG. II;C. PlTTS:Spane 1,1. RENNE: Span. l; C. REYNOLDS: Compe Math; R. REYN- OLDS, Eng 1; A. RICHIE: TEP, Drama 1: D. SCALE Lib. Aid; S. SCALE His, Phys. SCi.; T. SHEARER: Span. l; K. SIMCO: Consumer Makh; R. SIMMS: Intro Bio; M. SMITH: PBM; D. STEWART: Rec. Kep., AC. III; I. SPENCER: Ag. Mec.; L SPRADLING: Rec. Kepe; C. TAYLOR: Eng. IV. Drama 1; l. TEPERA: Alg. 1, Intro, Comp5.; M. TEPERA: Intro. Comps, Span. I; N. TEPERA: Span. II, UIL, Comp. Math, PAF; l. TRAMMELL: Age 1; C. TROUT: PBM; T. VELE- KEI: PBM; M. WEATHERLEY: UIL, Typ H, Journ. PAF; l. WELCH: Spec. Ed; C. WILKINSON: Lib. Aid; M. WILLIAMS: TEP, Eng. lll, Hom. Ec., Chem; D. WILLIAMS: Consumer Math; M. WISE: Best Actress, Spanh I; B. WRIGHT: Eng. HI, Comp. Math, Span, 1, A13. II, Health, Best Actor; C. WRIGHT: Eng, IV, Pre, Calce, Gov. Journe, Span. II, PAF, Bioe H; S. WRIGHT: Shop, FOM, Thank You Kathy! This award goes to Kathy O'Cain for making Mr. Smith's life as a teacher much easier at V.A.H.S. 54 ACADEMICS This academic year was the best in the past several years. Scholastic leadership came from the senior and ju- nior classes. This leadership was evident in our second place district finish in UIL Literary competition where ten students qualified for re- gional competition and one went to state. Over 250 awards were handed out in the Awards Assembly. Our academic goal next year is to be district UIL champions. Let's Go For It! -Principal, Don Lightfoot sutsmit 1 '- i; it, n 4 f It's All Mine!! Freshman Robin Reynv Olds looks over her award that she re- ceived at the awards assembly. s Let's See Now. Mrs. Jacobs, English tmnher, tries to decide who is deserving of the English awards as the academit awards assembly approaches. WrightrTebra Take Honors At Assembly This past year the annual aca- demic awards assembly was held during the evening in the school theatre so that parents and relatives could attend. The honors were wide spread as awards from math to Spanish and U.I.L. to English were dis- tributed. The top two honors of the evening were given to Candace Wright and Nancy Tepera as they walked away with valedic- torian and salutatorian respec- tively. Wright graduated with a 97.5 GPA. and Tepera with a 96.9. With President Reagan stressing physical fitness, he of- fered an incentive by giving the Presidential Academic Fitness Awards to those who met the requirements. These require- ments consisted of scoring at or above the 80th percentile on a nationally recognized standard- ized achievement test. Principal Don Lightfoot stated, This one requirement is what knocked several people out of the brack- et. With only 10 percent of the graduating class receiving the award, Senior Craig Huffhines stated, These awards really mean a lot to us. This academic year was one to be commended. The reforms in- stalled by Governor White seemed to have an inspiring af- fect as the student body rose to the occasion. AWARDS 55 00 f0 I Hurry! Hurry!- Business teacher Deborah Nance tries to finish averaging grades at the end of the semester term. Dreaded Deadlines I understand deadlines but trying to meet those deadlines can be really difficult. Jr. Michele Williams. At least once in your life you have had to face a deadline of some kind. It can be just everyday homework or it can be as big as the dreaded term paper. It seems as students get older their lives re- volve more around deadlines. Many students have comments on just regular homework. Some feel it prepares us for the future. Such as Junior Craig Page, Dead- lines now are only half of what 56 ACADEMICS Dead WCQkASI. Candace Wiight looks prepared to stay up all night studying. we'll have to deal with when we get older. Others feel homework every night doesnit give them enough time to do the things they enjoy doing, which some feel causes problems. Soph. Pam Pittman says, Homework every night and tests or just any kind of deadlines give me stress! Term Papers are probably the most dreaded thing in the world, Wendy Billups, Sr., seems to make the term paper sound grown up , I stayed up past midnight one night writing my rough draft. I feel like a Senior ,y .V ah i wt. . V w x now! There is one kind of deadline which is really impor- tant, that is the deadline of get- ting the annual finished. Jour- nalism sounds easy but it is the hardest and most challenging class I have. said Jr. Holly Owen. Sr. Chris Taylor says, I am doing my Home and Family pa- per on Family Stress. This is very ironic when realizing that deadlines themselves produce stress, not only for the students but for the teachers and others they surround. I'm Gonna Rip yuux lips 0H. Mrs, Bun n01 showa somt- hustlation while explain, RCSCJTCh ' JUWW RUbCUd BULknCI ing Senior term papers. to Sr. Claig Huff. looks thmugh the Ldld catalog in the hines, library fox help on her Icaearth paper. What A Day!! Freshman Laura Wow droof takes a doze while trying k0 do her Journalism work. Confusion Annual Staff members crowd around the table to help each other on their yearbook assignments. DEADLINES 57 Stretching Those Legs. Senior Laura Minchey runs the 800 meter run in dis- 'trict competition. She placed first in the race to advance to regional and State competitions Get Your Man. Darrin Stewart am runs to block his man during a Panther football game. Ready, Aim, Putt! Tommy Offill takes his time to insure a perfect eagle while practicing at the country club 58 DIVISION Leannnnnnn! Nancy Tepera and Me lixsa FCIgUNOn hnth Ivan to get the hall at the regional haklxethall tournament. Unexpected and exciting m0- ments filled every Panther sea- son - making each one unusu- ally spectacular. Winners were found in all sports as some played with natural ability, some with aquired skill, and all with that Panther pride. Not all games were won and the score- board did not always show us as first, but our athletes always played with such style and in- tensity that no one could call us losers. The number of victories by the Panther teams seemed unbe- lieveable. The volleyball team made it to area competition while the football and girl's bas- ketball team both advanced to regionals. Members from each sport of tennis, track, and golf represented our school beyond district competition. This year's athletes were fan- tastic competitors. All worked to achieve their goals and to show everyone how winning is officially done. SPORTS 59 Whitesboro 23 V.A. 6 . Celina 41 V.A. 22 Royce City 0 V.A. 35 '. . :RQ. Lindsay 6 V.A. 28 2 - N Muenster 13 V.A. 14 Whitewright 19 V.A. 19 ; - Anna 8 V.A. 14 Tom Bean 12 V.A. 54 Pottsboro 7 V.A. 35 $ t Howe 35 V.A. O iCooper 6 V.A. 6 ,4 iiQuitman 7 V.A. 25 x ., fratum 38 V.A. 0 A '3 ' 5 Now that the season is over every- 1 one knows Derek and Chuck are a i r great influence on the team, with or t without their pads. Their leadership ' is very obvious? Principal, Don Lightfoot. Each season is remembered by one significant event. The 1984-85 season is remembered by the Caddo Mills come- back in the fourth quarter, winning 30- 28. The '85 season will be remembered by the injuries. Among those were: Srs. Harold Gonzales, Graham Guthrie, Paul Hickson, Jrs. Tim Renneker, Timmy Cipson, Mike Harris, and Billy Wilson. These team members were lucky; they missed few games, if any. The team lost three members for the year: All Area Quarterback Derek Bengtson, Jr., out for the season after tearing a ligament in his knee in the scrimmage against Green Hill; Chuck Haker, Sr., out after breaking his collar bone in the scrimmage against Leonard the hoped to return to play at district, but after one game re-injured his shoulderl; and Rodney Wilson, Jr., out after having knee trouble all season long, which finally led to surgery. Al- though the injuries hurt the Panthers in many ways, it didn't take away their dedication or team spirit. In fact the Panthers proved that the injuries had only made them stronger. w 1 if. RA. ., 'L '3' . . . :. $$$$$in r: ,, . ' r; .jv ??Lngtm Uh. i 1 my. Back Row 2 David Boyd, S. Chandler, E. Cate, S. McTee, T. Renneker, M. McCollum, J. Lightfoot, Tom Carden, Glen Hayes, Marc McDaniel, B. Mosby, B. Flatt, J. Cooper, D. Formation the Panther team is lined up Bengtson, T. Cipson, R. Wilson, Mike Weatherley, Jim Martin, J. Kirley, C. Huffhines, and ready to go as Jr. Brian Taylor, D. Stewart, 8. Wilson, G. Guthrie, H. Gonzales, C. Haker, J. Spencer, P. Hickson, D. Kicks, Denton, J. Spencer. 60 SPORTS ' '9? One Step Further Losing many players to injur- ies, the Panthers started out with a slow season. Overcoming all the bad breaks and pulling together as a team, the Panthers then began to show everyone what they were made of. The team seemed down after losing to Whitesboro 23 to 6 and to Celina 41 to 22, but the next week they came back and beat Royce City 35 to 0. That was the start of a great season. Beating Muenster 14 to 13, and Lindsay 28 to 6, the Panthers were ready to start district. They beat Whi- tewright 19 to 19 winning on penetrations. Looking for re- venge over Anna after losing last year 14 to 13, the Panthers derailed the Coyote Express 14 to 8. Easily winning over Tom Bean at Homecoming, 54 to 12, the team was ready for Pottsboro. Winning to Potts- boro would clinch a play-off spot for the Panthers. The town seemed really excited and so did the Panther team. Despite the cold weather and wind, the Panthers won 35 to 7. The Panthers were now tied with their biggest rival Howe. Whoever won determined the District Champion. The Pan- thers tried hard but just could not hold on and were defeated 35 to O by the Bulldogs. Not letting their loss get them down, the Panthers came back and beat the Cooper Bulldogs 6 to 6 on penetrations. The Panthers earned the title of Bi- District Champions for the second year in a row. They would be com- peting for Area against the Quit- man Bulldogs. Remembering last year's loss to Quitman, 31 to O, the Panthers were really fired up. The game looked grim for the Panthers the first fourteen sec- onds. Quitman scored after reco- vering a Panther fumble. Once again the Panthers performed a First Team offense CsEddie Cate tunanimousl WRsJay Cooper tunanimousl OT- Michael McCollum First Team Defense DL-Michael MCCollum LB-Timmy Cipson SEC-Craig Huffhines Second Team Offense C-Jeff Spencer G-Jason Spencer T-Bradley Flatt RB-Timmy Cipson Paul Hickson Second Team Defense DE-Eddie Cate DL-Tim Renneker LB-Jay Cooper Honorable Mention Danny Denton Graham Guthrie Scott McTee Jay Cooper and Michael McCollum were also selected to the Sherman Democrat Sue per Team of 1985-86. The Thrill of Victory shows itself on the faces of the fans and members of the Area Champ team. Coach Marc McDaniel seems happy as he is handed the trophy. miracle. Somehow the team came back and defeated Quitman 35 to 7. The Panthers played the Tatum Eagles for the Regional title. A hard four quarters were played, but the Panthers just could not keep up with the Eagles. After starting out with such a setback, the Panthers seemed to turn it into an advantage by ad- vancing to the regional playoffs, an achievement not accomplished in many years. Everyone is look- ing for the Panthers to go even further this year. Even if they don't, the Panthers are built on something more important than winning, and that is PRIDE!!! VARSITY FOOTBALL 61 9W m3. v. Foof mm M ,. v.A LQhHesboro 404W Qelincy m r22. Lt nd Susi UVCJ Moen5+er lLl rki Gunter SA'O Annw L: 'b Peo-Hoboro 'v'fa Howe. LVN No. 61 Jason McTee, No. 70 Raymond Williams, and No. 66 Michael Domingos wait for the start of the next play at the Van Alstyne-Pottsboro game. 62 SPORTS No Pass; No pass-no play. This topic has been a major issue in high school athletics this year. The J.V. foot- ball team felt the effect of this rul- ing by losing six players. Because of these losses, the ruling was a large concern to the coaches, espe- cially since three of the players played both offense and defense. In other words, I lost half of the offense and half of the defense. This was made even worse with the injuries, said J. V. Coach, Da- vid Boyd. Coach Jim Martin agrees with the ruling, but thinks it's too strict. I do believe the players need to pass in order to play. Aca- demics ought to come first, but ex- tra-curricular activities are an im- portant part of education too. The players, surprisingly enough, didn't seem to really be No Play against the ruling. It's too strict. I think all the grades should be averaged together so that if a smart person takes a hard course and fails it, but does well in all his other subjects, he'll still be able to play, said Sophomore, Richard Cayce. Michael Tepera, Freshman, on the other hand, said, Even though it hasn't affected me yet, I think it's fair. If you aren't smart enough to pass, you shouldn't be playing. Although many of the fans, friends, and relatives were affected by this ruling, it still didn't kill their spirit. Even though every- one was upset when we lost some of our players because of this rul- ing, I think over all the team did very well, said Freshman, Robin Reynolds. The J.V. Players wait patiently for the next play to begin. Back row: David Boyd, J. Watson, K. Walsh, J. Renneker, J Vensel, J, McTec, F. Ritchie, Tom Carden, Glenn Hayes, Mara McDaniel, R. McCabe, D. Cherry, C. Stephens, M. Moody, H. Floyd, R. Williams, Mike Weatherley, Jim Martin, R. Halliburton, C Huffhines, B. Lemons, M. Domingos, C. Pitts, B. Smith, K. Simco, M. Jackson, J. Tepera, R. Cayce, B. Rodd. Because of the No pass-no play ruling, VanAlstyne and Pottsboro team cap- VarSity and Junior Varsity players are tains meet on the football field for a forced to work out together at this early pre-game handshake. morning practice. JV FOOTBALL 63 a- Way To Go! The Jr. High cheerleaders en- courage the team on as the 7th and 8th grade boys compete against Celina. Seventh Grade Football Back row: Coach Tom Carden, C. Troxtell, J. Daniels, T. Shearer, Bi Alderman, D. Loftice, M. Smith, T. Holland, B. Jackson, Coach Glenn Hayes, A. Spillers,1. Holley, B. Ne- vil, E. Carter, J. Malone, F. Chandler, N. Venzel, K. Hix, C. Tiller, R. Hampton, M. Doty, K. Null, M. Key, 5. Treadway, M. Sowers, J. Daniels. 64 SPORTS We're In This Together The seventh and eighth grade football teams worked very hard this season to begin to meet their expectations for the year. They came close to a season of victory. I expected them to learn a lot and give what they had. That's exactly what they did. -Coach Glenn Hayes. The boys not only worked to- gether to become two individual teams, but several times they joined together to work as one large team when other schools only offered one junior high team. Some of us didn't like it be- cause not all of us could play. I thought it was okay. -Eric Carter, 7th grade. For these younger players to learn to work together in team effort they had to attend many hard practices. Most of these practices were in the mornings before school. I think we did better at prac- tices in the mornings than in the afternoons because we were more ready to work. -Brian Morgan, 8th grade. By working together and striving to meet their goals, the seventh and eighth grade teams gained valuable experience and a sense of accomplishment. The seasonal records this year were 1-3 for the seventh grade and 5- 4 for the eighth grade. The hard work and determi- nation has really paid off. Ready For Play. The seventh and eighth grade combined team position themselves for another play against Celina. Eighth Grade FoolbalI Back row: Coach Tom Carden, P. Williams, C. Corbay, B. Reece, D. Sewers, S. Thorn- hill, Coach Glenn Hays, R. Reed, T. Lawrence, J. Hix, B Morgan, N, Bodcker, J. Stinton, C Weatherley, S. Beaty, D, Bengtson 7TH 8L 8TH GRADE FOOTBALL 65 Slamma Jamma- Not quite Spud Webb, but Craig Page, Junior. makes an awesome jump against Tom Bean. -olsrmc:r- 1 VARSITY uvgga D 9 VARSITY GaUKRESaon -' Bl DlSTQICT- 459 0 .. Am... 656 64 - i+2EGIOMALS- HEB 49 4-570 75.1, 66 SPORTS Waiting for two - During the Regional semi - finals at Tyler, Nancy Tepera goes up for two while team members: Sherri Holloway, Melissa Ferguson, Rebecca Buckner, and Karin Brown wait for the shot Get in, get in! - Jay Cooper, Juniors, wishes the ball into the basket against Anna. That Winning Spirit A winning season requires more than just'hours of practice. It takes determination, pride, and support from the coaches and fans. This year both varsity teams applied themselves whole-heartedly to the three P's of a successful season: Practice, Pep, and Points. PRACTICE - As the age-old saying goes, 'practice they did. During athletic class and after school, the varsity teams and coaches put in many hours of work towards making their teams perfect. Basketball practice was a ca- sual atmosphere, but we did a lot and had fun. -Scott Camp- bell Sr. PEP - Something these teams did not need more of. The Pan- thers had more than their share of spirit and drive from coaches and supporters alike. The coaches made a big dif- ference in the way the teams played. Before, during, and after the games they gave skill, en- couragement, and know how. Pep talks at the half helped the players to overcome problems in the game and hopefully make the game more successful. Coach Page told us that no matter if you win or lose, as long as you did your best, played your hardest, and held your head up with pride after- ward, the outcome of the game didn't matter that much. - Kar- in Brown Soph. The fans in the stands really did make a difference in how the teams performed, especially at the play-offs. The fans provide support by encouraging their teams with their presence, spirit, and with their overt display of support for the entire team. -Don Lighte foot. POINTS- The obvious signs of winning. Those all-impor- tant numbers are what the hard work is all about. Sometimes the winning point comes at the last possible second, like at the girl's area playoffs when senior Nancy Tepera scored two points in the last seconds of the game. I didn't get to really see it because, for one thing, Coach Page taught us to look at the basket, not the ball. Maybe I had my eyes closed. I really don't know because I was in shock. -Nlancy Tepera, Sr. The support, hard work, and determination pays off with pride and a winning attitude among the participants. Win- ning is a feeling, not just a score. Standing her ground- Melissa Fergu- son scores another two points against Honey Grove in the bi - district play offs at Sherman. Varsity Girls - Back Row: M. Ashley, M. Ferguson, L. Minchey, K. Brown, S. Holloway, R. Buckner, J. Ashley, J. Likely, N. Tepera, P. Pittman Varsity Boys - P. Hickson, C. Taylor, S. Campbell, C. Page, 8. McTee, Coach J. Martin, J. Cooper, B. Wright, J. Buckner, C. Hacker, T. Offill, Mgr. VARSITY BASKETBALL 67 We worked really hard this year and gave it all we had, but next year will be even better. -Soph. Jerry Coleman 53M, C60RL$ wws LOSSE $2 Ready For The Big Time The 1985-86 Junior Varsity bas- ketball teams brought in a lot of new talent, both in new players and coaches. Coach David Boyd returned this year for his third sea- son as coach of the boys' team. Coach Debra Manley coached her first season with the girls' team. Coach Manley came in as a new coach and taught us new ways to play. It took us a while to adjust but she is a really good coach. e Laura Sloan, Soph. This year the freshmen players had to start adjusting their sched- ules to meet with the extra hours of basketball practice. Having games on school nights brought catching meals at the concession stand and doing homework on the bus. This year players had to be sure their homework was done to ensure a passing grade and a place on the team. Junior Varsity Boys - C. Pitts, J. Garner, J. Renneker, J. Coleman, J. MCTee, M. Smith, M. Jackson, D. McBee, R. Cayce, R. McCabe, D. Campbell. 68 SPORTS I had to work extra hard and fast to get my homework done either before or after the games. It took a little more effort, but it was worth it. - James Garner, Freshman. The teams were made up of quite a few freshmen players who worked hard and played well. Both varsity teams will be losing quite a few players this year, leaving positions open for several junior varsity players. There are a lot of good play- ers on the J.V. teams and I think they will do well on the varsity team next year. - Coach Jim Martin. The teams ended the year with a boys' record of 3 and 6 and a girls' record of 9 and 2. The junior varsity worked hard with determination and effort. They went out and gave it all they had and enjoyed them- selves. This year of work will prove beneficial in the years to come. Ai Get Up. off your feet! Doug Campbell and Richard McCabe are ready to rebound after a shot by Carey Pitts. Junior Varsity Girls - L. Sloan, T. Bodeker, K. Brown, R. Wolfe, T. McKay, P. Pitt- man, C. Wilkinson. In Control. Soph. Pam Pittman makes a jump shot while Racquel Wolfe guards against Tom Bean. , WW m Reaching New Heights. Richard McCabe goes for two against Tom Bean. JUNIOR VARSITY BASKETBALL 69 ' Even though our season wasn't U all that great, the girls put forth a lot of effort and time. I was proud of them. - 7th and 8th ' Grade Girls Basketball Coach Tom Carden. C6aching younger kids isn't always easy, but it has, I have got to say, been an experience. But I am not saying it was one of my best! - 7th and 8th Grade Boys Basketball Coach Glen Hayes. Q4 4 ,4 m... 7th Boys - Back Row; M. Smith, J. Fletcher, B. Jackson, B. 4:4 Caner, T. Helland, Be Alterman, D. Wade, Mgr. C. Trox- 5 tell, A. Spillers, J. Daniels, N. Vensel, B. Jenkins, Ke Hix, J. Malone, E. Carter, Coach Glen Hayes, De Flatt, J. Johnson, 5. Trondway, J. Holley, K. Null, C. Tiller, R, Hampton, Mgr, J4 Gibb. ,. 1., xafmrwwwc eua- . .e . .dm -.-A,..w. Aw w 14. :4 x x; h , B e x4 x 7Rh Girls e Back Row; Mgr. C. Laube. A. Windham, D. . ' I'X Beaty, K. Cunningham, S. Wilson, M, Wurscher, Be Gas- 4 .4 kill, R. Anderson, C. Barnes, MgL N. Hill, Mgr, Je Renne, , V x K Miracle, B. Sullivan. M, Wiggins, A. Garcia. C Harris, , L Mgre C. Stephens. 4 x '4 3 e 2.44 , Where 15 The Ball? The 7th and 8th grade 4 4 boys and girls work out in the gym all at one x 44w X time HSometimes you end up playing the girls because everyone is so crowded! - 7th at e . Grader Kevin Hix. SPORTS Coach Hayes is mainly a defensive coach and I think that is good. I really think he is a good coach! e 8th Grader Devon Bengtson. Yes, two practices a day help but we need even more practice than that. Practice makes perfect! 8th Grader Patrick Wil- liams. The part I like most about basketbll is the action. I es- pecially like guarding on defense. - 8th Grader Carey Conner. I enjoyed being manager it was educational! 7th Grade Mgr. Jenny Renne. Coach Hayes is getting us ready for Big High School basketball because he is always making us work very hard. We don't just sit around. He doesn't baby us at all. I suppose that is why we all like him! - 8th Grader Brent Williams. Open Up!! 8th Grader Eric Carter I110 tries to throw the ball to one of his teammates. Bth Citls-Back Row: Coach Tom Carden, Ts McCabe, R. Ross, J. Bengtson, J. Batchelor. J. Coleman, C. Huffhines, J. Coyle, C. Conner, S. Rollins, C. Laube, J, Renne, G. Stephens, Ni Hilli 8th Boys-Back Row: Mgr. S. Thornhill, C. Weatherley, Ts Lawrence, A. Holtzman, P. Williams, B. Morgan, Coach Glen Hayes, S. Beaty, N. Bodecker, B. Williams, D. Bengtr son, C. Moody. JUNIOR HIGH BASKETBALL 71 Egg. The students that participated in golf and tennis spent their afternoons practicing. And in or- der to get into the swing of things, the students spent many hours of hard work to master the skill of the sport. Golf and tennis not only require a great deal of skill but also a great deal of durability. The tourna- ments usually lasted two days; from early in the morning to late in the afternoon. The tennis tour- naments seemed to go on forever, and by the end of the day you were pooped, explained Brandt Wright. Even though the tournaments lasted a long time, the players also had to put up with the weather. Either it would be windy, rainy, cold, or a combination of the three. Seems like every time we went to Tennis Team: Back row - S. Conner, C. Wilkinson, J. Buckner, B. Wright, M. Weatherley, M. Williams, 72. SPORTS Allen, R. Reynolds, A. Cher- ry, W. Billups, L Woodroof Just A S ' gin' play it would rain, exclaimed Wendy Billups, Senior tennis player. The tennis and golf teams prac- ticed hard to perfect their ability in these sports, and the work paid off. At the district tournament in tennis, Michelle Weatherley and Rebecca Buckner placed lst in doubles, advancing to the Region- al tournament and placing 4th. Justin Buckner placed lst at dis- trict in singles, qualifying him for the regional tournament. In the district golf meet, Jana Lightfoot placed 2nd, qualifying her for the regional tournament. The boys golf team placed 3rd at the district tournament. All of the people that participated in golf and tennis did an outstanding job. -r. . w Coach Mike Weatherley, M. Golf Team: Back row - T. Of- fill, C. Page, D. Stewart, K. Blair, J. Lightfoot, R. Phil- brick On Tour? Michelle Wcatherley and Rev bead Buykner practigc hard for the R97 gional tournament. i ? ' Watch Out Arnold Palmer! Tommy Offill g is headed for the big times as he tees off . , for district play 1; K k 5 2 M w , a v 15:; Decisions!! Jana Lightfoot takes precau- tions to choose the right club to hit the ball. Wimbledon? Not Yet. Justin Buckner plays his best to win lst at district. GOLF - TENNIS 73 WM Doing Good Our Second Time Out Volleyball a it seems like a fall sport, but to be good in the fall, vol- leyball girls must begin practices during the long hot summer days. The team thought it was worth it, though. Their hard work and dedica- tion showed up all over the court. Even if the girls did not win, they always tried their best. Rebecca Buckner, In, said, We played our best, and that is all that matters! And essentially that is what the Lady Panthers did - their best. The volleyball team is only in its One of my best memories of volley- ball is when we played at E.T.S.U. for area because that is the fartherest we have ever gotten and it is only our second year. - Laura Min- chey 74 SPORTS second year of playing. Therefore, the younger players really look for leader- ship from the coach and the seniors. I think the seniors are kind of like our leaders, because they are older than us. They really get into and enjoy the game, said Jennifer Likely, Soph. The Lady Panthers had a very good year. They pushed themselves and real- ly excelled. They placed second in dis- trict, after the Howe Bulldogs. The next game was played against the Royce City Bulldogs for bi-district. The team played great and won. Their next stop was at E.T.S.U. They played Harmony for area, but despite all efforts, the Pan- thers lost. Nancy Tepera said about the game, We could have we should have done better. We came out cold and lost the game at the start. By the time we got warmed up, it was too late. Coach Debra Manley is discussing a new game strategy with team members Rebecca Buckner, Debra Holland, and Becky Bannister. 5;; M 1. Team members Rebecca Buckner, Der bra Holland, and Jill Ashley are anx- iously awaiting for Nancy Tepera to spike the ball on the Howe Bulldogs Team members: B. Bannister, D, Holland, J. Likely, NI Tepera, L. Minchey, J. Ashley, and R. Buckner. a a mum ;, vs; , , . I reugziwrfzm - . vyx Nancy Tepera pushes the ball over LeeAnn Hixon's head in a bout with the Howe Bulldogs in district competi- tion. Debra Holland looks on with great expectations! NVOHCY ballrx, COMMLFCC, l5 1513 7-15 F 3C0 7-1.7 9-,f Gainsvinc McK Wths '0105, ll-lf Howe, 1,53 IS? Howe; I2 Bonham RoyccCH- I53 II 15-17 H 13 Wine. '5 L513 15217 15, I543 l5117 Il- -,l5 9-45 4 I 152,015.14 Harmonyq I VOLLEYBALL 75 it Going The Distance State of excellence, Laura Minchey re- ceives her second place triple jump award at regionals. 76 SPORTS This was an excellent year for Varsity track. Senior Laura Minchey went to state competi- tion in the 800 meter run and the triple jump, where she placed fourth in the 800. This was the first time a girl from Van Alstyne, has gone to the state competition in six years. I'm really surprised that I'm going. One of the best things about it is that I beat Lee Ann Hixon from Howe in the triple jump, said Laura Minchey. The boys also did well in track. Justin Buckner, Paul Hickson, Billy Wilson, and Timmy Gipson made the finals at regionals and placed in the mile relay. My favorite mem- ory of track was when the mile relay members and myself went to regionals, said Billy Wilson. It took a lot of effort on the boys part to make it as far as they did. It was really worth all the hard Varsity track: Back row H. Conzalas, J. Buckner, R. Cayce, J. Coleman, B. Wil- son, C4 Haker, P. Hickson, T. Gipson, J. Garner, D. Cherry, C. Huffhines work it took to get to regionals, said Justin Buckner. Track is one of those sports where the only way to become better is to work, work, and work some more. And that's ex- actly what the track members did. It wasn't an easy path they had to follow. It took months of seemingly endless practices. They ran on both the good days, and on the rainy days. Many times, when they could have been off with friends, home do- ing homework, or even just sit- ting around the house doing nothing, they were instead ei- ther at practice, at a trackmeet, or doing something that was in some way connected with track. Track is a lot of hard work. In fact, I hate all the hard work, but winning that one gold med- al was worth it! said Holly Owen. Varsity track: Back row 5. Forehand, L. Minchey, P. Pittman, Debra Manley, L. DeHaven, H. Owen, T. Lynch Giving his all Billy Wilson puts every thing he has into winning xhe mile relay. In mid-air Justin Buckner appears to be airborne as he runs his lap of the mile relay. ,.,'. Y? N;g;zhha4?iiamm 3 h h ' h .h ', .x ,ffel m 0. Push, Push, Push Harold Gonzales pushes his way across the finish line with the Rams coming up close behind. VARSITY TRACK 77 No matter who you ask about their favorite thing in track, you usually get the out- of-town trackmeets. It doesn't have to be the same town, or even the same event. My favorite part in this years track was the competi- tions in other towns, said Jennifer Colman. Seventh grade boys track: Back row- Coach Glenn Hayes, N. Vensel, M. Smith, B. Jackson, J. Malone, D. Wade, B. Jenkins, D. Flatt, J. Dan- iels, A. Spillers, E. Carter, J. Holley, B. Nevil. 78 SPORTS Meeting Th Competition When running track, you're always faced with competition. Whether it be great competi- tion, or, not so great. But, in ei- ther case it will usually be en- joyable, as seventh grader Bar- bie Sullivan said, During the competitions it's really stiff and a lot of training goes into it. It's also a lot harder than people really think it is. Therels exer- cising and workouts that you have to do everyday to prepare for Competition. Hard work also goes into track. Like working out during practice and after school. All the hard work finally pays off when you give it all you've got at prac- tice and the track meets, and your team wins. I really en- joyed track, although it was a lot of hard work and there were some really though workouts, said eight grader Carey Conner. Along with the hard work also comes dedication. It means sticking together when you just mom v t. .v. r ; any ID. 3 Seventh grade girls track: Back row- A. Windham, S. Wilson, M. Wursher, M. Copeland, J. Renne, H. Cunningham, B. Sullivan, B. Cas- kill, K. Adams. want to give it all up, as seventh grader Marty Copeland said, To win, you not only have to work your hardest individually, but you have to work together as a team. There's also an attitude on the track. Fortunately, from the ath- letes and fans there's a fairly good attitude. I really enjoyed running track and I enjoyed competing at the track meets. said seventh grader Sheri Wil- son. There's also a feeling of ac- complishment when your team does well at district meet. 1 en- joyed winning the 1600 meter relay at the district meet, said eighth grader Devon Bengtson. It seems to appear that com- petition and meeting people are everyone's favorite. But, now and then, you find someone who enjoys track for another reason. For example, Patrick Williams said, The thing I really enjoyed the most was winning. .kix' ,; Eighth grade boys Mk: Back row Eighth grade girls track: Back row J. Codfh Glen Hayes, C- Weathcrley, 5. Batchelor, N. Hill, J Coleman, Coach Thornhill, N. Bodecker, J. Stinton, D. Debera Manley, C, Laube, C. Conner, J Bcngston, B. Morgan, P. Williams. Bengston. Almost ready-now! Bridget Caskill and Kelly Cunningham practice handoffs during practice. Will it end? Seventh and eighth grad- ers James Daniels, Steve Williams and Nathan Vensel run the mile during their afternoon practice. How much farther? Julie Batchelor, Ju- lie Bengston, and Bridget Caskill run during practice. JUNIOR HIGH TRACK 79 0M 0 This year the Panthers started out their season slow. They were under-rated and supposedly not very likely to make it to the play- offs. Contrary to many people's beliefs the Panthers knew they could win and they had many goals. Our team matches up well with the other teams in our dis- trict, so to win this year we'll have to pull together and work as a team, more so than we have had to in the past. quotes Varsity Baseball player, Jr. Jay Cooper. The Panthers did start out the district season slow, losing both to Pottsboro and to Whitewright, but not letting their losses get them down they came back and won the rest of their district games. This record put the Pan- thers in a tie for second with Whitewright, until the Panthers beat Whitewright and Howe beat Pottsboro. Now the Panthers were in a tie for the District Championship with the Cardi- nals. Whether the Panthers won this game didn't matter as far as the playoffs were concerned.The 80 SPORTS Grand Slam Season Panthers were already secured a spot as the lst or 2nd place team in District 17 AA. They had also proved their point, that with team work, practice, and patience they could win. As the Panthers entered the playoffs as the second place team of District 17AA, they realized they would be playing first place Cooper of District 18AA. Under- dogs they were, but the Panthers rose to victory with a 2-1 win over Cooper. Harmony was next on the list as the Panthers moved on to Area competition. The Panthers were seeking revenge on Harmony be- cause of their victory over the Panthers last year at Area. With much determination the Pan- thers knocked of Harmony and advanced to Regionals. The mighty Panther's had fi- nally reached Regionals, an area that had eluded them for the past several years. However, the Pan- ther's bid for another striking victory over Teague fell short 7-6. .- ah?! . i... :4? Varsity Baseball-Back Row: Coach Tom Carden, C. Haker, D. Bengtson, S. Campbell, C. Huffhines, B. Mosby, B. Wilson, J. Cooper, D. Campbell, D. McBee, J. Spencer Ready-Aim-Swing! Sr; Varsity Baseball player Chris Taylor is concentrating very hard as he does his daily batting work-out. Get to Work! Varsity and Junior Varsity Baseball Coach Tom Carden keeps a watchful eye on his team to make sure they are working hard. Junior Varsity BASEBALL SCORES Last year was one of the first years in awhile to have a varsity and a ' Junior Varsity Baseball team. I was PottSbOTO 4 V.A. 2 really surprised at how many signed Whitewright 4 V.A. 1 up to play. I feel having both teams Tom Bean 8 V.A. 15 gives everyone a fair chance and also Howe 6 V.A. 8 Prepared 3 J-V- for Va'SW- says J.V. Baseball-Back Row: Coach Tom . Anna 0 V.A. 11 COTaEh TOW Carde? , , Carden, D. Campbell, c. Pitts, J. e Jumor Varsuy dldnt have a McTee J Kirle J Te era C Mood h V.A. 5 . 1 df 1' I - Y; . p , - y: POttSbOIO 3 big season. They only p aye on M Tepera Whitewri ht 3 V.A. 8 games, due to lack of other J.V. ' Tom Bear? 0 V.A. 1 teams. The few games we did have v H 5 V A 7 though gave me some experience for AOWe 4 V.A. 12 next year. says J.V. player Fresh- nna ' ' man Greg Moody. ' Pottsboro 6 V-A- 2 The team finished two and two , Cooper 1 V.A. 2 beating Gunter and Prosper J.V. :- Although the season was short h ,, ?armony 3 $2 2 the J.V. held up the Panther tradi- S eaguI: d 18 6 ' ' tion and played with pride. I eason ecor ' .. . J a -..' I X1 ; 4.1.. ' 4 J .- . r 5,:353'. . r Not Again! Varsity players Jr. Jay Cooper Jr. Derek Bengtson, and Fresh. Daniel McBee line up and get ready to bat against Howe. VARSITY AND J.V. BASEBALL 81 i WW Faithful fans forever!! An early home game brought the faithful fans to their feet as the Panthers defeated Tom Bean. Faithful Fans Reap Successful To each his own and to Van Alstyne . . .success. Van Alstyne High School has been dominant in sports for the past several years. The Panther football team has made it to the playoffs the last two years and successfully advanced to regionals in '85. The Lady Panthers, state ranked for the last two years, have made it to the playoffs since '83. They too advanced to regionals falling short of the state tournament by one game the last two years. Baseball, volleyball, and tennis have been equally successful, each representing Van Alstyne in the playoffs. Success is great. In this case, the people behind it are even bet- ter. The bandits, as they became known, a group of Van Alstyne Seasons High School students, followed the Lady Panthers all the way to Tyler last year. Supporting the girlis basketball team as a bandit was lots of fun, Said Senior ban- dit, Chris Taylor. The bandits, however, were not the only group that supported the Panther athletes. Shorthand be- came a method of support as the shorthand class filled the halls with puzzling signs to cheer the Panther football team to region- als. You all just keep performing miracles, said fan Bill Owen after a football game. Miracles may or may not have had some- thing to do with the past Panther success. But whatever the reason, the faithful fans from Van Al- styne have led the way. g?! N; It's the thought that counts: Seniors Pam Huff and Charlotte Reynolds make some Hunreadablet' 5igns during football season, During Every Season . . . Get that referee! Some past panthers show their feelings toward a bad call made in thelLady Panther's final 1055. Show that spirit! Youthful fans come through once again at a close Panther football game in Terrell. One more bandit! It was a way to have fun and also to show my support for the school and display the great spirit that I have. - Scott Campbell FAITHFUL FANS 83 Right A! Home! Damon Motley, Ag. teacher, participates in the student- teacher donkey basketball game. The teachers won 12 to 8. Burried in the book or asleep? Mike Smith takes a short nap while studying in the library, And That is a Fact! Ryan Reed explains a homework assignment to classmate Michael Green. :ziiiiiij mix 1. '5! 7. ' ' 84 DIVISION ,1 net v- N: mum- MM Apgono A Bookworms? Shelly Morgan and Lisa DeHaven search the library for materi- al for their term papers in English Ill. During school students spend a lot of time with their friends. They learn to depend on each other for advice and encourage- ment. But as people learn to de- pend on each other -e they also learn to be their own person. Each student has a distinct per- sonality with his own ideas and opinions. Some are cowboys' who wear only ropers and listen only to George Strait, while oth- ers may be real 'preps' who wear only shirts with alligators and polo players on them. Some are leaders and some are followers. Some prefer pickups to sport cars, and some people actually prefer peanut butter sandwiches to pizza. Yet hope- fully each person finds his own unique path in life. You're spe- cial place in life can only be filled by you. INDIVIDUALS 85 The Moment We've All Waited For... Wait until your Senior year! You'll be a Senior Class Officers: S. Camp- Wendy Billups,Treas.; Sponsors: Senior before you know it, bell, Pres; C. Huffhines, V. Pres D. Nance, B. Bonner, J. Wade, M. lnot picturedl; Pam Huff, Sec; Weatherley. These statements, and others like it, are heard by a student over and over throughout their high school life. A Senior the title commands a little respect, doesn't it? A person with such a title has, for twelve long years, not only done homework every night and crammed for those test every sixth week but has also dealt with the heartache, the uncertainty, and the disappointments, that accompany the exis- tance of a teenager. Along with all these trials and hard work comes the fun. The laughter, smiles, and happiness that is shared between friends and the sense of accomplishment that is felt by a graduate is what makes a senior year so special. Jill Lesly Aiken Wendy Louise Billups Stacy Wayne Burk David Scott Campbell Eddie L. Cate Glyndon Shane Chandler Bettina Dixen Melissa Ann Ferguson Douglas Clayton Flanery Harold Gonzales Amy Ann Guinn Graham Reed Guthrie 86 INDIVIDUALS JILL LESLY AlKEN-FFA 1.2: Basket- ball Manager 1; VICA Co-Op 3, Parlia- mentarian 3; Student Council 1,2; Sci- ence Club 1,2. WENDY LOUISE BIL- LUPS-National Honor Sociely 24; Band 1-4, Band Officer 34; Track 1-2; Tennis 3-4; Yearbook 1-4; FHA 1,2,4; Cheerleader 3,4; Drill Team 1,2; U . 1- 4, Poetry 6: Journalism; Class Officer, Treasurer 4. STACY WAYNE BURK- National Honor Society 2-4; Track 1,3; Football 1; FFA 1-4, District 8: Area Talent 1-3, State Talent 44th; 2,3, Na- tional Talent Kansas City, MO; 4, Of- ficer 4. DAVID SCOTT CAMPBELL- National Honor Society 2-4, Treasurer 3, Vice-President 4; Library AssistantB, Football 1; Basketball 1-4; Mr. VAHS 4; Baseball 1-4, 2nd Team All-Distrid Inf. 8: Outf. 3; Bleacher Bandit 4; Span- ish Club 4, Treasure: 4; Class Presi- dem 4; FFA 1. EDDIE L CATE-Na- Iional Honor Society 4; FA 1; Science Club 1; Football 1-4; 2nd Team All- District Guard 3-4; 2nd Team Defen- sive Linebacker 3-4, Team Captain 4; Track 2; Baseball 1; Fall Festival King 4. GLYNDON SHANE CHANDLER- FFA 1-4. Lone Star Farmer 3; Football 1-4; Library Assistant 3; Speech 6: Dn- ma Club 3-4; Science Club 1; Intramur- als 1-2; Athletics 1-4. BETTINA DlXEN-Exchange Student from Den- mark. MELISSA ANN FERGUSON- National Honor Society 2-3; Science Club 1; Band 1-4, Drum Major 2-4; Varsity Basketball 1-4, District 6: State Honors 2-4; Track 4, District Honor 2. DOUGLAS CLAYTON FLANERY- FFA 1-4, Greenhand Reporter 1, Senti- nel 3, Reporter 4; Track 1-2; Student Council 1-4, Parliamentarian 4; Fall Festival Class Representative 3; Most Unpredictable 4; State Lone Star Farm- er Degree 4. HAROLD GONZALES Transfer from McKinney; Football 3-4; Track 1-4; Regional Qualifier 3; Stu- dent Council 4; Spanish Club 3-4; FHA 3; Yearbook 2-3; Science Club 1, French Club 1. AMY ANN GUINN-FHA 1-4; President 4; Band 1-4; Officer 34; Miss Spirit 4; Miss Flirt 4; Drill Team 4; U . 3-4. GRAHAM REED GUTHRlE-Golf 1-2; Track 2; Football 1-4, Honorable Mention 4; FA 1. CHUCK HAKER- Football 14; All-District 3-4, All-Area 3; Baseball 1-4, AlI-District 2-3; Bas- ketball 1-4; FFA 1-4; Most Attractive 4; Class Favorite 2; Treasurer 3; Fall Festi- val Class Representative 1. PAUL WINSTON HICKSON-FFA 1-4, Offi- cer 1-4; Football 1-4, All-District RB 3- 4; Basketball 1-4; Track 1-4; Drama 4; Speech 3. BRANDIE GAIL HIX-FFA 2; Basketball 1; Golf 1; FHA 2; Sherman Cosmetology 3-4. TERRI ANN HlX- Basketball 1-2; Track 1-2; Cheerleader 1; Drill Team 2-4; Science Club 1-2; Speech 8: Drama Club 3; Library As- sistant 4; FHA 4. CHRYSTAL LEA HODGES-IPTA 1; FHA 1-3; Drama Club 1,3; Science Club 1; Student Council 1. DEBRA HOLLAND-Trans- fet from Angleton High School, Band 2; Track 4; Volleyball 4; UIL Number Sense 2-4; UIL Science 34; Fall Festival Princess 3; Spanish Club Secretary 4; FHA 2,4. PAMELA GAYLE HUFF-Sci- ence Club 1; National Honor Society 3- 4; Basketball Manager 2; FHA 14; Drill Team 1-4; UIL 3-4; Class Secre- tary 4. CRAIG PREWITT HUFF- HlNES-Natioml Honor Socier 24; Student Council 1-4, President 4; FFA 1-4, President 2-4; Football 1-4, All- District 3-4, Captain 4; Basketball 1-3; Chuck Haker Paul Winston Hickson Brandie Gail Hix Terri Ann Hix Chrystal Lea Hodges Debra Holland Pamela Gayle Huff Craig Prewitt Huffhines Pam Hurst Thomas Dietrich Lamson Gregory Dean Lay Brian Andrew McCasland Senior Class Vice-Presidem 4; Baseball 3-4; Track 1,4; Bleacher Bandit 4; VAHS Official Announcer. PAM HURST-Early Graduate. THOMAS D. LAMSON-Band 1-4, Grayson County Honor Band 1, Sweepstakes Band 1. GREGORY DEAN LAY-FFA 14; Baseball 1-2; UIL Prose 1,2,4; Football Manager 1-2; Speech 8: Drama Club 1. BRIAN ANDREW MCCASLAND- Football l-Z; WA 1,2,4; Golf 2. SENIORS 87 Michael McCollum Leigh McTee Carrol Scott McTee Laura Michele Minchey Tammy Annette Murley LaTonya DeWayne Murphy Charlotte Ann Reynolds Audra Gay Ritchie Danny Scalf Jason Spencer Jeff Spencer Lisa Ann Spradling Making Decisions Graduation is always such an important time in a student's life. School is in the past and the future lies in the hands of each graduate. Some will leave home and others will go to col- lege. Whichever path is chosen, the decision is a difficult one to make. I am going to get a job and make lots of money! - Jody Wesson I am going to work and probably go to col- lege. I kind of want to be a disc-jockey. - Greg Lay I am going to techni- cal school to be a record- ing engineer because music is about the only 88 INDIVIDUALS I thing that interests me.' - Danny Scalf I am going to college because I want to be- come an interior design- er. - Lisa Spradling I am going to go to college and study to be an elementary school teacher. I want to be a teacher because I like working with children. - Tammy Murley I want to go to col- lege and major in art so I can be a major clothes designer. - Audra Rit- chie I want to go to col- lege and start on my ca- reer. I want to make lots of money! - Eddie Cate KKK COLLEGE; 7570 C A CUOQK 257. CO LLEC'J E ,, '1, 17 4, 4, ,IZ'WDZ' a, MW ,, ,erfl 1 A Brandon J. Stacks Christina Stockl Chris Taylor Nancy Tepera Lisa Thomas Nancy Michelle Weatherley Marilyn Jo Wesson Chikako Wilkinson Aaron Williams Candace Ann Wright MICHAEL MCCOLLUM-Football 1-4, Team Captain 4, All-District 3-4; Class President 3; FFA 3; Library Assis- tant 3-4. LEIGH MCTEE-Early Graduate. CARROL SCOTT MCTEE-Sludent Council 1-4, Treasurer 4; Na- tional Honor Society 2-4; FFA 1-4; Football 1-4; Honorable Mention DL 4; Basketball 1-4; Tennis 3-4; Golf 1-4, Re- gional Qualifier 1; Baseball 1-4, Honorable Memion Inf. 3. LAURA MICHELE MlNCHEY-National Honor Society 2-4; Science Club 1; Library Assistant 3; Basketball 1-4; Volleyball 3-4; Track 1-4, Track Award 3, Regional Quali- fie: 4; Most Athletic Award 4; UIL Typing 3; U . Short- hand 4. TAMMY ANNETTE MURLEY-Cheerleader 1-4; Head 4; National Honor Society 14; Class Favoriie 2; Basketball 1-2; Track 1-2; Class Secretary 1-2; Band 1-4, Ptesidcnt 4, Grayson County Honor Band 1, North Texas Honor Band 4, Sale Trio in Band 4; Science Club 1; FFA 4. LATONYA DEWAYNE MURPHY-Library Assistant 4; Basketball 1; Track 1; FHA 1-3: Drill Team 1-3, Ll. 3; Vice- President VICA Shermam 3; Who's Who Sherman Cos- metology; 4. CHARLO'ITE ANN REYNOLDS-National Honor Society 3-4, Treasurer 4; Track 4; FHA 1-4, Secre- tary 4; Drill Team 1-4. AUDRA GAY RlTCHlE-Drill Team 1-4; National Honor Society 4; Library Assistant 4; Intramural Volleyball 1; Speech G: Drama Club 3-4; UIL Typing 3; UIL One-Ad Play 4; FHA 1-4; Spanich Club 4; Most Friendly 4. DANNY SCALF-National Honor Society 3-4; Library Assistam 3-4. JASON SPENCER. JEFF SPEN- CER-Baseball 1-4, All-District 2-3; Football 1-4, All-Dis- trict 2nd Team 4; Track 1, 3; FFA 3; Intramural Volleyball 2-3. LISA ANN SPRADLING-FHA 1-4; Intramural Vol- leyball 1; Student Advisory Council 3; Band 1-3, Assistant Drum Major 2; Drill Team 4; Science Club 1-2. BRAN- DON J. STACKS-FFA 1-2; Co-Op Club 3-4. CHRISTINA STOCKL-Exchange Student from Austraiia. CHRIS TAYLOR-Transfer from Reagen High School, Austin; Soccer 2-4; Class Historian 4; basketball 4; Baseball 4; Track 4; Most Attractive 4; FHA 4; Bleacher Bandit 4; Spanish Club 4; Drama Club. NANCY TEPERA-Transfer from Allen; Naional Honor Society 2-4; Basketball 1-4; Track 1-3; Fall Festival Queen 4; Tennis 3; Volleyball 3-4; Class Favorite 1, 3; Spanish Club Vice-President 4; Nation- al Merit Commended Scholar. LISA THOMAS-Early Gra- duate. NANCY MICHELLEWEATHERLEY-National Honor Society 2-4, Secretary 4, Band 1-4, Officer 4; Tennis 1-4, Regional Qualifier 2-4; Yearbook 1-4, Cub Editor 4; Drill'Team 1-3, Co-Captain 2, Captain 3, Mascot 4; UIL Tying 2, Prose 3-4, Editorial Wming 4, Regional Qualifier 4; FHA 2, 4; Miss Spirit 2; Who's Who in American High School Studems. MARILYN IO WESSON-Cheetleader 1- 2; Drill Team 3-4; Fall Festival Princess 1; Student Council 2-3; Class President 1; Class Vice-President 2-3; FHA Vice- President 2, 4; Speech 6: Drama Club Secretary 4; Home- coming Nominee 4; Class Favorite 4; Most Unpredictable 4. CHIKAKO WlLKlNSON-Exchange Student from Ja- pan; Band 4; Library Assistant 4; Basketball 4; Tennis 4; Drill Team 4; Volleyball 4. AARON WlLLlAMS-FFA 1-4, Sentinel 4, Lone Star Farmer Award. CANDACE ANN WRIGHT-Cheerleader 2-4; Nmional Honor Society 24, President 4; Spanish Club President 4; Yearbook 1-4, Edi- tor 4; Student Council 2-4, Secretary 4: Homecoming Queen Nominee 4; Football Sweetheart 4; Most Likely To Succeed 4; Miss VAHS 4; Who's The in American High Schooi Students; UIL Journalism 4, Regional and State Qualifier 4. , SENIORS 89 Our Favorites Are . . . Lights, Camera, Action!!! Jody Wesson and Michelle Weatherley play their parts in the senior play, The Saga of Sagebrush Sal. Good times and lots of fun fill every year, but the seniors' school year is even more special. The fi- nal year of school marks the clos- ing of a large chapter in the senior students' lives, so every moment is cherished and every occasion is treasured. My favorite memory was going to the Whitesboro football game. It was a lot of fun. Scott Campbell My favorite memory was the field trip to Oklahoma City be- cause as seniors we all got to act like ourselves and be crazy. Mi- chelle Weatherley Mr. 8t Miss VAHS Scott Campbell and Candace Wright Most Athletic Friendliest Mr. 8: Miss Flirt Paul lllLilKSOH and Lama Minchcy Sum Liamplwll and Audra Ritthie Lildic Cate and Amy Quinn 90 INDIVIDUALS 'x r . ggi 'wa :-:?:: r- :7 4r. Senior Favorites 5mm Campbell and Jody M'caaon Most Attractive Q th Hdkcl, Nanny Tcpcm, and Uni: Taylm mot Pidutuh Most Likely to Succeed Smtt Campbell and Candace XVright Best All Around Smtt Campbell and Nancy Tcpcra Most Unpredictable Doug Flanery and Jody Wesson Pep Club Beau - Craig Huffhines Football Sweetheart - Candace Wright SENIORS 91 92 I feel it is a tremendous honor to be chosen over so many other neat people in our class. This year's Ju- nior class is so totally bo- gus that receiving this honor makes me feel really good. -Sonya Batchelor Being elected class fa- vorite means a lot to me. This is something that can't be won. I think it's neat that my classmates think this much of me. - Hunter Floyd. u; , NV See my ring? Marla VViae looks at hex new Senim ling with wide. How muc did you say that tost ynu? Junim Class Officers - Brandt mug Sonyd H'Iight, President; Rclwun Buckncx, Sponsors 's 's Batchelm, Treasurer Kathy Mitchell, Kmla Vite President: Marla Wise, 90H? Lmnun, Unis Smith, Jane Ripley. Beach Bum?? Brian Taylor models his collection of beachwear for the Spanish class. Bob Lemons Joey Lightfoot Lara Allen Robin Aly Jill Ashley Justin Buckner Sheila Brophy Jay Cooper Lisa Davidson Lisa DeHaven Danny Denton Judy Denton Dane Edwards Chris Elrod Bradley Flatt Hunter Floyd Shawna Craf Darrin Green Alvin Harris Mike Harris Ginger Hill Kelly Hix John Kirley Juniors Reminisce One of my favorite memories was dressing up, for the girls' bas- ketball games. It was a blast paint- ing all up, getting rowdy, and cheering for the girls, - Billy Wil- son. I think the Junior class is a tight sphere of people who know how to stick together and show enthusiasm. They know how to win! - Derek Bengtson. My worst memory was when I failed and didn't get to run track. - Mike Harris. My favorite memory is when we beat Quitman. The fans were screaming and yelling, the team was jumping up and down; it was so exciting. It really showed me what kind of spirit this town has. - Michele Williams. My worst memory was not having the girls' basketball team go to state this year. - Sherri Holloway. My favorite memory was being able to drive to school legally. - Shelley Douglas. JUNIORS Sonya Batchelor Derek Bengtson Rebecca Buckner Mike Domingos Shelley Douglas Elizabeth Fisher Sherri Holloway Shannon Forehand Katrina Gentry 93 Tamara Long Tammy Lynch Sarah Mahaffey Jennifer McCullar Darla Miller Shelly Morgan Mike Morgner Bo Mosby Holly Owen Craig Page Tim Renneker Rhonda Rubio Dee Dee Sloan Mike Smith Darrin Stewart Ashley Stinton Brian Taylor Brian Thur Bryan Trapp Christie Trout Kara Van Hooser Todd Velekei Michele Williams Billy Wilson Rodney Wilson Shelly Wilson Marla Wise Michelle Wolfe Brandt Wright Mandy Zastudil This year the Junior class had to take and pass a new test, the TEAMS Test, to graduate. The purpose was to make sure that if a person cannot read or write they do not graduate. Some students thought it was easy, others did not. Most students considered the test fairly easy. The TEAMS were easier than I thought they would be. I think the teachers tried to scare us into thinking they were hard, but they turned out to be easy. They'll probably get harder in the future, commented Shannon Forehand. The test was easy, 94 INDIVIDUALS .1; said Rhonda Rubio. I really don't remember, I'm getting all those 'bubble' tests mixed up. Kelly Hix said, They should be a little harder; the way they are now any- one can pass them. ' Some had a little trouble with the test. They're okay, said Shawna Graf, English was easy but the Math was a little hard. Craig Page said, It wasn't hard but it wasn't easy. The results of the test were re- ceived in Junior English classes. Lisa DeHaven said, I was worried before I got my results, but after- Juniors Take TEAMS a, w: I I g . .' Wk ? Inge J wards I was relieved. Shelly Mor- gan said, I was relieved when I got the results back. The TEAMS Test not only ad- ded another test to high school student's long list, but presented the new concept of graduation de- pending on a minimum skills test. Most students were successful in passing the test, others will be re- tested. The TEAMS Test put even more pressure on students to work harder and to remember what was learned. Why us? Mike Morgner, Sheila themselves once again beingtested on Brophy, and Ashley Stinton find academic skills. All those bubbles! The TEAMS Test, I believe, was a waste of time. We already have '12 MAT H two other tests to record '1, our progress through ee 0 the year. The test was , 6 qO$ F2133 easy anyway. All it does x is test us over stuff we l 07 Fa; e Cd have been tested over 5 0 times before. I think if you can pass your classes, semester tests, E G Ll SH and six weeks tests, you are qualified to graduate. qg O P l 3 fit is anyorae's fault fl?! i s not gra uating w o 5 $3 don't know ho: to read 0 ' e d or write, it's t e teach- 4 e0 TZU e ers', they should have failed him or her and E worked with them I! harder. -Tim Renneker. JUNIORS 95 their next annual staff deadline. SO homores Hurry, Hurry, Hurry! Its a race against Jana Lightfoot work hard to meet time as Tiffany Cook, Jodi Renne, and Look Back My best memory was getting to leave school for lunch and being Mildred Veal's aid. - Shelley Phil- lips 1'My best memory was getting my license and going to San Anto- nio. - Dawn McMahan My best memory was going to San Antonio and to contest with the band. - Michelle Domingos My best memory was playing sports and making the UIL team in typing. - Richard Cayce One of my best memories was getting inducted into the National Honor Society. - Tiffany Cook Patrick Aaron Roy Abbott Cary Akins Stacy Ashford Becky Bannister David Beaty Greg Beaty Keith Blair Tammy Bodecker Karin Brown Richard Cayce Daniel Cherry Jerry Coleman Stacey Conner Tiffany Cook Michael Corbett Diana Coyle Michael Crawford Shannon Dhane Glenn Doggett ichelle Domingos Vicki Fell Angelina Flatt Cindy Hammons Laura Harrison J.T. Henderson Darrel Huddleston Chad Huffhines Wendy Jones Stephen Key 6 INDIVIDUALS Will it Fit? Laura Sloan vcntuws to ix done. Look 0th below! Time hex logkcr onto again before the day could be an avalanche. It was one of the great- est suprises of the whole year. Thanks guys! -Pam Pittman Being class favorite is okay. I'm glad to know I've got this many friends to talk to if I've got a prob- lem. -Chad Huffhines SophonmIcClasa OHchtviAshr SPOHMHN Nt Jmnhs, E. Howald, B. turd, Sec; 3 Bannihtm, Pres; P. UK, M, Mt'anicl Payne, Vicc-Prw, SOPHOMORES 97 t t , $$$$$th I think that this year has gone really well for the Sophomore class. We have all kept very busy and have Now I've Gotcha! J01 1y Coleman likes playing, vhieo games at Pizza's 'R' Us finally gotten over the big to epcnd hi2 xpdlc weekend time with his tlicndx fright that everyone talks of in high school. EWWE 09 We are reaching the time W when we should start mak- ing decisions about our fu- tures. College, careers, and happiness will be the main 9A0 0 0 goals in our lives. 8013 5 Xe I think that over the r , w have r at gssw: lot, mm me Films so 5901919qu and accomplished a great deal. Our classmates have a '3 . . , ' 6 3,75. ax 3a 5 A cewswc; come to know that you only live once and have to make the best out of that one time and enjoy your high school years as they go by so fast. -Stacey Conner 98 INDIVIDUALS Sophomores 0f the '80's The sophomore class is at the age where they are able to go out on weekends and meet new people or just go cruising with friends. Some of the luxuries of life which the sophomores enjoy are dating, shopping, cruising, or just being with each other. One of the favorite hobbies of the sophomores is to go out at night, ride around, and see their friends which is also known as cruising . Michelle Domingos said I usually spend my week- Jason Vensel ends in Plano cruising around with old friends. Since I donIt have a license or a car, I usually ride around with my classmates. Jerry Coleman usually spends his weekends different from other sophomores as he explains here. l'UsuaIly, I go to track meets or sometimes I just stay home and watch TV. Tim Lamson socializes on week- ends as most typical sophomores do. HI usually go to someones house or just hang around town. Other times I'll go to the movies. Tammy Bodecker said, I usual- Iy go cruising or skating, but I really like going to the movies or going out on a date. All students spend their week- ends differently. Many good memories are made whether it is by cruising, dating, or spending time with friends. No matter how the nights are spent, all agree that weekends hold some of the best times of the week. Tim Lamson Randy Lemons Ron Lemons Jana Lightfoot Jennifer Likely Vance Linkswiler Lenore McKinney Dawn MtMahan Ray McMorris Mike Moody Steven Moore Karen Morris Amy Noe Kathy O'Cain Penny Payne Robert Philhiick Shelley Phillips Pam Pitman Jodi Renne Keith Simco Ray Sims Laura Sloan David Small Stephanie Smith Jaied Spiowl E.J. Stanley Amy Troxtell Amy Windham Clifton Wright Charles I'Vygal JUNIORS 99 Mary Allen Many Ashley Guy Buitheers Robin Beaumont Joy Brophy Dinah Brown Gina Browh Thomas Brown Dong Campbell Colin Cate Angela Cherry Donald Crow Dana Davis Desiree Dingman James Douglas Julie Fell James Gardner Michael Garrison Rhonda Couard Richie Halliburton Tina Harrison MJ. Hicks Daryl Holland Tammy Horn Doug Hunter Michael Jackson Annette Kisler Monica Locks Daniel McBee Richard McCabe Freshmen Thoughts At The i'It is a big change from middle school because you're around dif- ferent people of different ages. The best word that describes what you have to be in high school is hum- ble, Raymond Williams. Once settled into the routine of high school, the future senior class of 1989 viewed high school no differ- ently than the current senior class. The worst thing that happened to me my Freshman year was being handcuffed in the boys restroom for two classes by seniors, re- members Senior Tom Lamson. 100 INDIVIDUALS Beginning There were a lot of views of what high school was going to be; as James Gardner tells us, My first day of school was sort of fun. I thought high school was going to be hard, but it really wasn't. One change that must be dealt with is the fact that one might go all day without really seeing or talking to their best friend due to the result of scheduling differ- ences. Last year I knew and talked to everyone, but this year I only talk to the people who are in my classes, said Robin Beau- mont. High school offers new adven- tures: new people, wider selection of classes, and a realization that seeing the same people day to day is not going to occur. Michael Tepera has a unique outlook on what he enjoys most. The best thing about high school is the girls - a much better and more varied selection. The typical Freshman year holds anticipation, excitement, memories, and a new beginning for every person. hat a drag! Clog Moody ha5 his vork an out For him as he begins WW 44ny FR 1W W IOQOUSW another day of classee at Van Alstyne High School, W mm , 93 71.248, $37344 PW mot f730; god: 924 mm This school year has been odd. A lot of things have happened. There's a bunch of new kids and good looking girls. The classes are all easy and the teachers are nice. I've met new friends, I like all of them. All of our sports are awesome, and the coaches know what they' re doing. So 1 think this year has been a bash. -Shawn Wright FRESHMEN 101 Getting class favorite was really fun, I got a new dress for the picturel-Shan- non Moore. I felt getting class fa- vorite was a great honor. I am glad I can now serve my fellow classmates. - Doug Campbell. Freshmen Class Officers- D. Campbell, Pres; J. Watson, Vice Pres; T. Shearer, Treas; M. Allen, Sec; Sponsors: D. Motley, RA Matthew, C. Hayes, J. Mar- tin 102 INDIVIDUALS Chow Down! Freshmen Daniel McBee, Michael Caxrison, and Mi; clmel Jackson don't seem t0 hesitate eating, when their lunch period finally gets here. Shawn Wright Sharon Wygal Toni MnKay Jason Mllcc 610g, Moody Shannon M0010 Julie Mma Maxtus Oleien Tommy Offill Shanna Payne Carey Pitts Jay Rennikcl Robin Reynolds Farrel Ritchie Bmt Rodd Nayna Salmon Susan Scalf Txaty Sheaxcx BIicc Smith Chet Stephens James Tepela Michael Tepem Jim Trammell Shea Trammell Jeff W'aller Keith Walsh John INatson Jerry VVelch Donna Williams Raymond Williams Raquel Wolfe Laura VVoodroof Freshmen Speak Out My favorite memory was being a 1985-86 Highstepper of the Van Alstyne High School Drill Team. - Dana Davis My favorite memory was Christmas vacation because I go to see my boyfriend and all of my relatives. - Joy Brophy My favorite memory was the dance. I had lots of fun. - Donna What to Take? Freshman Marcus O'Brien works with High School counselor, Jay Davis, on his class schedule for next year. Williams My favorite memory was meet- ing new people and looking for- ward to summer vacation. -An- gela Cherry My favorite memory was the football games and all the other high school activities. I also en- joyed being a cheerleader. -Tracey Shearer FRESHMEN 103 Valerie Miller and Tammy McCabe look through the newspaper to see if their favorite movie is playing at the local theater. Jullc Baulwlm Shawn Bmty Stephen Buyk Nllwy Bu L01 Devon Bcngtson Julie Bcngtaon Ray Blatnm Shannon Cannon Trudy Chriaman Jennifcl Coleman VN'Csley Cook Cawy Connox Cums Corbmy Jeannee Coyle ancll Crawford Lori DcHaven Sarah Evans April Geer Larry Gentry Sheila Uraf Michael Green Mary Harris Cdyla Henderson Jeanne Hicka Natalie Hill Jason Hix Allen Holtzman Chxisty Huffhincs Cassie Jones 104 INDIVIDUALS Eighth Graders Escape To The Movies Movies are growing very fast in popularity and they are bigger than ever with Van Alstyne eighth graders. Even though Van Alstyne does not have their own movie theater these 13-14 year olds support the sur- rounding theaters with their patronage. Several favorites were found after talking with eighth grade students. My favorite movie is 'Fright Night' because it is both funny and scary at the same time, said Carey Conner. Lori DeHaven selected the 'Outsiders' as her favorite movie because it starred Matt Dillion. While on the other hand Brian Mor- gan's favorite is 'Silverado' because the actors are very All eighth graders have different opinions of movies they would stand in line to see. Some are westerns, some are horror, some are comedies. 'Places in the Heart' is my favorite movie. I liked it because it had a good plot and theme to it. It was kind of sad but also happy. It was great, said Julie Bengtson. Though the cost of the ticket keeps rising, a good movie provides good entertainment. .Aldll Ii'tn El tI 1m m' I.dH1M3H L hvy Lauhe TL'H LdWIemt: Pvnny Mathiing '1 am my Mt L aht thtnc TXMHL'I Ch! ik A?Vhtody Klisti thw Blian Morgan Laxaundm Nhu phy Rhonda Mm phy Malk Phclan BIdCLCIl Reece Ryan Reed Stat'y Rulhns Robin Ross Amy Sixhle hdiety Sloan David Sowms Nichole Spenrm Ginger Stephens Malk Stevenson Sam Thmnhill Chlix H'eathmley Blcnt H'illiamk Patlick H'illiams Ana Xost EIGHTH 105 Bmmlnn xXltm man Rita Antietam Angela Ban lICCIH Cathy Barns Dana BCJU' William BIoanhiw Lluis Call Elie Caner ankie Chandler Dorothy Craver Kelly Cunningham JugL Daniels James Daniels Shane Davidson Teresa Dhane Michael Doty Sean Eggax Dean Flatt Judy Fletcher Adm iana Garcia Ceutfrey Gibb Blidget Cdskill Ryan Hampton Kaxey Harris Tom Helland Chiis Hill Kevin Hix Jimmy Holley Patsy Hunter Brian Jackson Misty James Brad Jenkins MarL Key Billy Lenoir Danny Lotice Josh Malone Seventh Graders Count Down One of the favorite pastimes of seventh graders is listening to mu- sic. Many different people of this 106 INDIVIDUALS day and time listen to all kinds of music such as rock, country, clas- sical, soft rock, heavy metal or Christian. Seventh grader Angela Barcheers says, I listen to rock music because it's loud and I enjoy the rhythm. Country music is a favorite of Bridget Gaskill, you can under- stand what the singers are saying. She also likes country music, it has that special sound that almost everyone enjoys. Classical music is the music lis- tened to least by seventh graders. There are only a few radio stations that play classical music, there- fore, very few seventh graders have the opportunity to hear it. Some of the 12 year olds are heavy metal listeners. Not many people like it because of the long guitar solos but Kyle Null likes heavy metal, I like the fantastic solos. To certain individuals such as Tommy Shearer, soft rock is the only thing to listen to, I listen to soft rock because it is soothing to the mind after a hard day at school. Seventh graders are very particular about the music they listen to. This may not be one of the best ways to pass the time of day, but is is a very good form of entertainment. Rm; 1W M$1wLV 311w .NhHH klm Munit- Bmd Nt'x'll lxx'ltg NUH thnny Rynnt Lug Samiwnnn Tommy cham Summ Mun KIFUHJ Sixtmman Mnnty Smith MiLhacl Emwcra Jnmn Fmtmm Andy Hpillcw meic Sullivan BiHy Thmnhill Lhamc 1111th 511a un ,1 xmdway Lmy metcll David W'adc Mithacl H'allm Tam XVallh: Kcndm Whitehead Many Hngins Alia: Hindham Cathy H'illidms Misty XViLOH Shani H'ilson Michelle XN'urwhux Janiw H'ygal Nathan Venscl At the local pizza parlor Kasey Harris and Jimmy Holley are deciding which song they would like to hear. SEVENTH 107 onnie Cate, Mickey Monison, Leslie Reyn- . r Ids, and Dafne Holland visit the local video ' mu to choose their weekend entertainment id the VCR. nit cosavsum : 43x, 4' : 'v ., DIFFERENT m . v, x srrzozes: R392 $ - ' ; AMAZING sromes, 1257 a ' ' 9!! k N Lam FAvomEsst :3 ' E, g f THREz-z's mprch 125 g v , k i. ., nmez Roeazs- 107., :2- ' ' '2 ' ex , SESAME STREET-tqqo r:- ' I. ;K T ' .y; ' I if' .M x Lisa Alcxandm Cliffmd Arthm Carl Bode'GCl' Kenneth Bmwkshixc Bonnie Cato Scan Closmn Stephen Dodson David Doty Daniel Flatt Lorenzo Garcia Midwlle Garrison Cynthia Gonzaloa Kelly Grann Twalla Cram Mike Gentry Hellen Grinke Sam HasseH Donald Hessel Eric Hicks Charles Himelright Jon Hix Dafne Holland Crystal Howard RJ. Howard Steven Howard John Paul Jay Stephen Koo Jennifer Kisler Teri Lamson Robert Lewis ichelle Linkswiller Michael McMorris David Malone Toby Malone Naomi Mertz Billy Paul Miller 108 INDIVIDUALS The sixth graders have had many programs to watch this year. They have new programs, reruns, . made for television movies as well as oldies and the golden oldies to watch. John Hix said, My favorite is 'Miami Vice'. I like it because it has guns, action, and it is exciting. But I can't stand the 'Jeffersons'. The sixth graders all have their own favorites representing differ- ent types of programming. I like the 'Cosby Show' because it's fune ny and I like the little girl Rudy. I Sixth Graders TV Guide don't like 'Knight Rider'. I think they should cancel the show be- cause of the poor quality, Darron Anderson. 'I watch maybe five hours, 'Who's the Boss' is my favorite but 'Comedy Break' is the worst. I hate it, Bonnie Cate. Benji Reece commented, The Insiders is my favorite. I think it's neat and I love detective shows. Sixth graders have a sense of quality about their programming. The quality of television has been good this season even enough to satisfy the most critical sixth grad- er. Mark Williams Bryan W'ilson Bryan Yates Clay Mon Mickey Mmrisxm Chris IVquphy James Murphy Maxy Mutphy Sandm Netherlain Sumn O'Cain Justin Partin Mike Phclan Jena Presley Benji Rene Bill Revnulds EIIK Ruynulds chlic Reynnlth Juscph RIICIIIQ Guy Sandels Damn Sanderson StdLy Self Tom Self Nlithael Smith Rom Smith Tmmcn Taylm Tina Thompson Shane Trail SIXTH 109 No Special Occasion! Coach Martin, Coach Manley, and ML Matthews prepare early for another long day in the teacher's lounge 110 FACULTY Back Row: C. Williams-Supt.; School Board Members: K. MCTCC. H. Bing, J. Moody, L. Renee, C Williams, D. Bengtson, B. Redden. This' year it seems every one is down on : teachers: the govern- ment, townspeople, even some administrators. So why teach? It's because of that wonderful hand- ; ful of students whose V eyes light up when they 1 finally understand, and who enjoy , and respect 3 you as a teacher and as a person. They make it all worthwhile. - Kathy . Mitchell. The Occupation Of Being A Teacher Are there more problems than there should be? The idea of graduating from school and going to col- lege to become one of those wonderful people who taught and comforted everyone through their school years is becoming more and more scarce. Why? Because the world of teaching is only for those who enjoy having, among other things, their intelligence insult- ed, by being forced to take the T.E.C.A.T. This test is supposed to weed those teachers out who are illit- erate. Most teachers are of- fended by this knowing that they themselves are not illiter- ate. Resource teacher Mrs. Cox simply said, I resent it strong- ly. English teacher Mrs. Bon- ner feels the same way. It is a waste of valuable time I could be spending on the ridiculous amount of paperwork that has been thrust on us by the state. Only time will tell whether or not the Texas Examination of Cer- tified Administrators and Teach- ers will take its toll. The percent- age of teachers expected to fail the test is high enough to make offi- cials fret considering that there is already a shortage of teachers in the state of Texas. Understanding why the teachers of Texas are mad and hurt is not hard. It was not long ago when teaching was a joy. Coming to school each day gave one another chance to make algebra easier or science more fun. Arts P. Bradley-Librarian K. Cannon'Homemaking B. Cox- Resource J. Davis-Counselor V. Fletcher-Secretary B. Howard-Spanish 81 Business N. Jacobs-Eng. 9,10 8: 11 D. Lightfoot-Principal J. Martin-P.E., Health M, Metzc-Band Di Nance-Businets's J. Ripley-Science C. SmithrHistory M. Veale-Tax Office Not Pictured: D. Manley, R1 Mathews, K. Mitchell, 8: Di Motley. T.E.C.A.T. B. Bonncr-Eng. 10,12; Cor. Lang. M. McDaniel-Athletics 8: History L, SullivansSecretary Bookkeeper J, VVade-Spcech, Drama, 8: Govt. M. VVeatherley-Athletics a: Math Go Ahead Make My 8:00-8:10 -1 One last cup of coffee, one last bit of gossip, and one last trip to the bathroom. 8:10-8:15 -- The exciting hall duty??? R----I----N----C Another day at Van Alstyne Middle School begins. The thought of making a teacher's day worth remembering is automatically up to the stu- dent. How? Because the student surrounds the teacher for 8 hours a day, 5 days a week, 36 weeks a year. Many teachers are thankful though for these days to remem- 112 FACULTY Desperation Time!!! Secretary Mrsi Lightfoot, and Special Ed. teacher Ms. Collins take a break from their every day routine. Day ber, whether bad or good, be- cause teaching would not be worthwhile without the memo- ries of understanding, joy, and frustration. The teachers of Van Alstyne Middle School seem to have their share of good and bad exper- iences. Ms. Collins, the Special Education teacher, remembered one of her favorites. When my class went to our Special Ed. Track Meet in Pottsboro, we all had a great time. We won first place in the 400 relay. It was like a big family. Many teachers feel as Ms. Collins does. When an act of joy is shown by a student, it there doesn't seem to be much else that can take its place. Stu- dents bearing flowers seem to put a smile on English teacher Mrs. Weatherley's face. I have re- ceived bouquets and pot plants in the past. It is always nice to be remembered, but I particularly love receiving red roses. Students-do they really know the power they have been blessed with? Some do, some do not. Whether at track meets or in a classroom iwith rosesl, the stu- denvteacher relationship will al- ways remain special, for those in- volved along with those who wit- ness. A . g - , '5, a H ' 1W - K 5 1 MW. .., 3 , , $ A . 3 . . -- , , .3 g ,. Mu . , ; . K g 1 f ; . . J . . . :-. TL .1: ; q, 4 ATM , ,gx. ,. . :3 ;: L i a : :1 w ., .23 S .l vex ' i , ' , '1 r . f . Z 3 g :2: .7 . : l :1 5 . i n; a 3 L. s I .. a $ 1 1 . No Smoking Please! Several seventh grad- ers have some fun as James Daniels pre.L .. ; tends to try a cigar. I Is Lunch Nearly Here? Students antici- pate lunch time as an early morning class drags on. I V . D. Boyd-Math, Ath. . L T. CardemMath, Ath. H J. Carter-Social Studies . ' B. Hayes-Math C. Hayes-Science H C. Johnson-Reading N. Weatherley-Lang. Arts K. Whitehead-Science M. Perry-Band Not Pictured: C. Chandler-Lang. Arts T. Collins-Resource J. Lightfoot-Secretary J. Page-Principal MAKE MY DAY 113 Mclixsa Folguson, 51., mid, I IiLc working bmuusc it givw me something, to do But in a way, I dislike it because I dunk have time to do other thing I enjoy. After some exhausting, work at the local grocery store, Barrett's, Junior Bryan Trapp takes a much needed break. Junior Missy Morris busily works to serve the customers at the Pizzas R Us. 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JEFFERSON VAN ALSTYNL, TX KEVIN PEOPLES MANAGER Clean Used m4; - 45270547 Security Auto Cars AND . 8t t Truck Repalr Trucks DANNER 12m 43270200 Green . ga1:0w9 Light E$ 098A 9 AUTO C$ , SUPPLY foAf:;?n:??t;x Jerry Ferguson: Owner Johnny 8: Mark N Hw , - 0399 kg; 75 Y I l21:;24182 DAN OFFILL Q1, 039041029 4ch $90 VA Auto Q; W4 offx N30 9e $0 Car ggwqgogf DWAIN'S 0 b e wwao - - ivy PAINT s: BODY N. Wm 69 ' 6 482-6308 9 SHOP Sales MWPalnliBodyWork Geragl Douglas unmwmm PO. Box 1009 Hwy 1;ng Van Alstyne, Texas 482-6601 Howe, TX 75075 DAVID CAMPBELL El H HOWE OWE STATE BANK .gfaik 6$jmf HOWE, TEXAS 75059 532-5521 .A : . '5 a ; V V, . ,-- ,ggk 111 .. ,. . , CO VIN CHEVROLET-HOWE STATE BANK 117 Owner: LL. Shorty Blythe Shear CITY BARBER SHOP Family Hair Styling Hwy. 5, Box 284, Van Alstyne, Texas Call for Appointment 107 5. Preston 482-0165 RENEA MORA, owner JHimI thriztian Olhurrh va-u-- 206 S. Waco St. Van Alstyne, Texas 12141 482-5515 Rev. Ed Adams, Pastor 'lChrist Caring . . 1 Through People CONGRATULATIONS SENIORS 1986 118 ADVERTISING 12hai1 styligts haircuts, ldycrcuts and wedges long, length cuts CONTINENTAL BARBER SHOP Shcr-Den Mall x 9: 2 ; IZYL'H'H 802 8500 2 Gmmham PERSONAL TOUCH EVA NEILL, owner JEAN MURLEY, operator 114 S. Main Van Alstyne, Texas 482-6590 Van Alstyne 482-5862 REEVES Congratulations from Claude 8L Wanda Reeves CLEANERS V A twpm Ianml Dltwww lemwmn lingmin' Bx m Juma Sandy's Where Special Ladies Shop 503 North Denny Howe, TX 75059 12141 532-0078 LaJuana's Yourke Someone Special 111 E. Jefferson Box 9 Van Alstyne, TX 75095 Get Better Selection With a Cable Connection NORTHLAND CABLE T.V. P. O. Box 1015 Van Alstyne, TX 75095 Phone 12141 482-5322 12141 482-6100 1n meatw Lkmm-tiw Van Alltyno. Tn. 400 Cottonwood Center 482-6505 HOLE IN THE WALL WESTERN rr-x 1 1 07$? 204 E. Jefferson Van Alstyne, Texas I... FIRST NATIONAL BANK OF ANNA MEMBER FDIC 924-3361 CITY BARBER SHOP-FIRST NATIONAL BANK OF ANNA 119 VA - THE FIRST NATIONAL BANK - 01: VAN ALSTYNE Large Enough to Serve You Small Enough to Know You - -.4 482-5234 Member FDIC 120 ADVERTISING git QEBMngaxk 18 2,6: 1.286 VIII ALS'I'YILTEXAS Celebrating SESQUICENTENNIAL- lses' kwi sen ten'e ell a period of 150 years or 150th anniversary. What a word! Most people cannot say it correctly, much less know what it means. This word, however, is used to de- scribe the celebration we are go- ing to have, in 1986, for Texas. Yes it is Texas' 150th anniversa- ry. The Sesquicentennial Board is striving to involve all Texas towns and get 1009b participa- tion. The Sesquicentennial will act as a unifying factor of Texas. One of the major goals of the celebration, besides getting par- ticipation, is to inform everyone about the Sesquicentennial. When asking high school stu- dents about the Sesquicenten- nial, Eddie Cate, Sr., said, I'm not going to attempt to spell it. Maybe it is a Mexican holiday, though?! But not only do they FIRST NATIONAL BANK OF VAN ALSTYNE- SESQUICENTENNIAL 121 150 Years not know what it means, some don't care to know. Sr., Laura Minchey said, Ses-tthis is a dumb questionlequi-cent-en- nial. I'm not sure what it is, but it is not a bicentennial. Soph., Jennifer Likely said, I'm not EVEN going to try to spell it? Van Alstyne's Chairperson for this project is Mrs. Sharon Wright. She said the reason she was chosen as chairperson was because she was the only one on the committee who could say Sesquicentennial correctly! To back up her statement, Billy Edwards, member of the com- mittee, said, I cannot think of the word much less say it. The major goals for the town celebration of the sesquicenten- nial are to extend the June Jubi- lee, have an old time melo-dra- ma, a quilt designing contest to submit to the State Fair, and help beautify Van Alstyne. These were part of the master plan which was a requirement to receive a Sesquicentennial flag. This flag is flown at the Van Alstyne National Bank. We are chosen to fly the flag be- cause we submitted a master plan: and profiles on all the committee members. Once we submitted this and we were cho- sen to fly the flag, we became a Texas Independence Commu- nity. Van Alstyne received a resolution stating this from the governor and it was hung in city hall. Van Alstyne received the flag along with Gunter, White- wright, Sherman, and Denison. Those from Van Alstyne who attended the ceremony were Mayor Sherman Taylor, Mrs. Sharon Wright, Sesquicenten- nial Chairperson, and other townspeople. l 0.10 482-5382 I ' J.M. Cooley C0., Inc. QUICK CHECK 2 GENERAL CONTRACTORS ' James M. Cooley Rt. 2, BOX 115-A Van Alstyne, TX I 75095 I 2 ; , ,. 2 luulitui 4W W fag: TA 2v; . , 481025.13: Convenience Store 8: Delicatessen juil! F f 2'14Jlmul44l 0min ?IIII Niullfm. Mm f?l'l; Highway 5 8: 121 - 6 a.m.-11 pm. 7 days a week CHM MW 482-5507 OWEN CONSTRUCTION l Selective Remodeling Light Commercial Bill Owen 482-6876 Van Alstyne, Texas 122 ADVERTISING American Legion Congratulations Seniors Congratulations Seniors THE BOOK RACK 141 W. Spring Creek Pkwy. Plano, TX 75023 Owner: Carole Williams am 423-8657 David Wood Cottonwood ANNA GRAIN, INC. Video Movie Rentals 3N I Cottonwood Center Grain, Feed, Fertilizer Visa 8c Mastercard Accepted Agricultural Supplies Van Alstyne, Texas 919 482-5650 Box 66 Open Mon.-Fri. 10-6 Anna, TX 75003 sat. 10-5 aw 924-3371 J.M. COOLEY CO., INC.-ANNA GRAIN INC. 123 FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH PRLACHING IHt NV 10 SUthSSI'UL LIVING JESUS CHRISI I All HAV! SINNIP For all haw smncd and come shorl cl lhc glam of God Romans 3 23 3 SIN BRINGS DEATH Pm lhv wages 0! sn Is death. mcparalmn hum 60m Romans 6 N 3 CHRIST DIED IOR US But God commondmh hli Imc Ioward us. In Ihal, whllv wv Romans 5 8 were w! Slnnfrs Christ died lor us 4 GOD'S GIH IO VOU lhe gm m God I! eternal IIIr through Jesus Chrm our Romans 6 33 lord 5 IHIS GIH MUS! Rl RECHVED hv whosocwr shall call upun Ihc name a! 1hr lord Jcsus Romans IO Christ shall be sexed an wll ucxer be successlul without a personal rclanonshup wlh Jesus The dumon Is yours Io make xHul mll you do wxh Jenn? God 5 plan IS lor nm In tollon Chris! Hm alam- wlr bring you happiness Rev. Scott Jordon Pastor of First Baptist Church Van Alstyne Youth Director Jeff Core helps serve refreshments for Shelly Douglas, Shelly Morgan, 8: Colin Cate. Mike Harris, Jana Lightfoot, and several others bob for apples at a Church fellowship. 124 ADVERTISING SPEECH AND DRAMA CLUB The 198591986 Van Alstyne High School Speech and Dra- ma Club is proud of its mem- bers and activities. Under the direction of Mr. John Wade their productions include: November 9, 1985 - Dinner Theater, Meet Me at the Prom; December 20, 1985 9 Christmas Talent Show; U.I.L. One Act Play; and the Senior Play. According to Mr. Wade, HBringing good theater to Van Alstyne is our goal. Paul Hicksont Holly Owen, 8L Brandt Wright perform a Scene in the play. The whole cast came out at the end of the play to receive their final applause Sonja Batchelor's, Audra Ritichie's, 8: Jenni- , .' fer McCuUar's true feelings come out. , K , I P FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH-SPEECH 8: DRAMA CLUB 125 A FLOWER IS WORTH A THOUSAND WORDS We Deliver Happiness FLOWERS BY CLOWERS Call 482-6363 Yor Extra Touch Florist 201 E. Jefferson CAMERON'S FARM 5: RANCH STORE We Carry A Complete DWIGHT SMITH FARM MACHINERY, INC. TRACTORS $1 COMBINLS BUY-SELL-DELIVER 40 Years Of Experience Line Of Days am 532-5551 24 Hrs. 52110 532-0148 P. O. Box 400 N. Exp. 75 5: Hwy. 902 Howe, TX 75059 Evergreen, Champion, 8: Furturity Feeds, Seeds, 8: Insecticides ll 9 McKinnvy 2151 542733510 Dde5 2151 231775121 CRUMFS GARDEN, INC. Rt. 45 Exit 43 N. Hwy. 75 Manager Earl Powell Open 7 Days a Week McKinney, Texas Specialixts in Huwcring and Fuliagu Plants Call in for fast service Hwy. 75 North 482-6132 BxiwiJamwiJoc Bill Ck Tom Clump 126 ADVERTISING Van Alstyne 5 5x SOUTHWEST AUCTION CO., INC. Audion Sale 2nd Wednesday 01A Lhah Ivhmth LS Hwy. 75 Howe, TX 75050 53275501 THE FARM MACHINERY MARKET PLACE OF THL SOL'THWLST SHERMAN TAYLOR COUNCIL MEMBERS 1985 David Sylmt'z B. E. chils 15 A. Pattormn Umrlio Moody .Ioc Eathcrly FLESHER FUNERAL HOME and FLORAL DON FLESHER CLAY FLESHER Funcx Al 5m Vite luxuram v State $100v$3000 Poliyiea A ppl m'cd Pr cal Iangemcnt H'c Hnnm AH Blllidl Policiex at Full Value 48275225 Van Alqyne, Texas SUPPORTING THE 4826404 P A I? Van H E Alstyno R S ILLETT'S GROCERY Balloon Bouquets COUNTRY C OLLECTIBLES Candy BARRETTS SUPERMARKET a n d CAFETERIA Dining in Qany Out CdtCI ing BILL BARRETT 2027200 5. Preston 5L Van Alstync, Texax Buxiv 482753114 Hume 48275300 ma w Open 24 hrs. a day 7 days a week PHILLIPS GROCERY Highway 5 482-5454 Serving CDur Home Town Since 1958! CLOWERS-TILLETT'S 127 6i! IGH SCHOOL st-l ' S VAN ALSTYNE m m at: ,4 U CZ 9 Z Lu 03 Q? l ,4? 128 SENIO ROOM PARENTS-SENIOR CLASS kSPONSORED BY SENIOR ROOM PARENTS' ADVERTISING 129 L. Scott Charlton D.D.S., M.S., Inc. i 1 9 201 E. McCain a Sherman, Texas ,-. .. 35 x M to Dear Scott: We are very thankful to God for blessing us with a son like Office Hours Telephone By APPOintment 893'6341 you. You have brought us much happiness and you have made us very proud. As Proverbs 10:1 says, you have truly been a son who has Congratulations Seniors made glad. We love you, Daddy 8: Mama Congratulations Senior Class of 1986 ; l 1R1 ; jagglnm 0111111118 Dear Michael: For the past 18 years you have been very special to us. You have given us many happy times. We love you very much and feel that you deserve the best life has to offer. Love, Mom 8: Dad RQBr special homes like yours, 50,000 Sq. Ft. of quality home furnishings and appliances at popular prices HDWELL'S HOMEFURNIBHINGB 2310 W. University Dro 542-1213 tMetrm 234-0234 Mon.-Sat. 9 to 6 McKinney, TX City Drug Company 130 ADVERTISING Some people make the world brighter just by being in it - Mary Dawson Hughes. You brighten my world. I love you. Mom 210 North Tennessee Street McKinney, TX 75069 I214I 542-5558 James D. Metro 267-0065 Westdyke MILLER HOUSE VEAZEY HARDWARE MOVERS Houses Bought and Sold Thomas V. Miller Office 214-482-5659 Home 214-482-5419 Van Alstyne, TX 75095 C. D. Hawkins, D.D.S. General Dentistry Van Alstyne, Texas Telephone: 12141 482-6339 Office I214I 482-3453 Home 202 E. Jefferson P. O. Box 118 Van Alstyne, TX 75095 Office 532-5545 If no answer dial 465-1661 Residence 868-2619 C O N S G E R N A I T O U R L S A T 8 I v 6 O N S Roxanne Smith, D.D.S. A.S.D., P.C. Mon.-Fri., 8-5 100 5. Collins Frwy. Howe, Texas We are so proud of you. Love, Mom, Dad, and Brandi CHARLTON DDS. MS. INC.-HAWKINS, DDS. 131 Carpets Vinyl Wall Tile Floor Tile Davis 3 :15: Home Mhards Earpets Repair RICHARD'S CARPETS Highway 75 North, Box 594 Van Alstyne, TX 75095 Bu5i. 482-0500 Owner: Richard Loftice Home 482-0103 -Improvement- Wayne Davis, Jr. Chuck, HYou've always been Contractor a 1'Winner to mef' Best of Luck Love Mama 8: Tony 482-5943 0 .. 1 Box 220 f f. ,0 r a- Van Alstyne, TX 75095 a Jodi, w Beware of Trees i ; Best of Luck - x 59' Love Mama 8t Tony y u. - M , FIELDER ENTERPRISES Mr. 8; Mrs. Robert E. B. Fielder Discount Warehouse Home of 10,000 Penny Pinchers Paradise Quality Bargains Fielder Lumber 8: Supply Prestige Fashions Everything'to Build Anything for a lot less Van Alstyne - Main at Stephens 132 ADVERTISING Scott McTee: You have made being parents very enjoyable. You have brought only joy to our lives in the past 18 years. We pray God's plan for you is rewarding. Love: Daddy, Mother, and Jason TWI' METAL INDUSTRIES INC. Farm Road 5313356 Van Alstyne, TX 75095 Q5119 482-5261 V '1 DOUBLE B MANUFACTURING Congratulations Seniors From Shannon Haycraft Ricky McBride Good Luck Tim .5: Jill Sr. '86 Genigzl-ggigaser Van Alstyne, Texas VALLEYBROOK -- ANNA FARMS 5:1NSURANCE - Brian 8n Sherri 8; Jones W R59: 5233 A? 214-482-6608 Metro 214-423-3727 - LECTRONICS -- --- SYSTEMS, INC.- Wayne 8: Carolyn Jones Owners HWY. 3133 P.O. BOX 1044 VAN ALSTYNE, TEXAS 75095 ; v 00 j W .5. Anna, Texas - 924-3611 WE ARE PROUD OF YOU! ALWAYS BE SWEET! GOOD LUCK! WE LOVE YOU A LOT! DAD, MOM, CHARLIE, COLIN, 2 E BONNIE, 6: MIKE I v th d u 214-482-5755 ii! l . Fine Jewelry PO. Box 1117 5 R Diamonds 105 Jefferson , , I 5K Custom Made Van Alstyne, . 5 , 4L. ngwgm Jewelry TX 75095 5 RICHARD'S CARPETS-GRISSOM'S MINE 133 Benton Congratulations! We're so proud of you! Mom and Dad Hynds 8t Associates Insurance and Real Estate since 1840 PO. Box 245 .. 110 S. Main Van Alstyne, TX 75095 I I I I l I McKinney Office Supply, Inc. Al Raushaupt Office Products furniture-supplies Congratulations Love Mom and Dad P.O. Box 848 117 W. Louisana Street McKinney, TX 75069 I214I 542-5571 Metro 235-0741 Chandler Meats Specializing in Kennedy Products Bacon Best Wishes Seniors Sausage SHERMAN DEMOCRAT J Steaks 134 ADVERTISING Ste hens St. sszwy. 5 Hams 482-5874 Edward's Exxon Hwy 75, West 121 Van Alstyne 482-6034 E E Jody Wesson, I enjoy working at the country club because I get a chance to associate and meet the members and new people! E e Mr. Don Lightfoot, Principal, HI think that it depends on the student, the class load, and the class hour re- quirements if working after school is good. It can be good to learn skills and management, but other than that it could take away from their school work. c 6 Wendy Billups, I enjoy working at the Carousel because sometimes the mothers bring in their babies. No matter how bad of a mood I am in, babies just seem to bring me out of it. Also, I like being able to have some free time by myself to do things that I usually dontt have time to do. BENTON, HYNDS, $L ASSOCIATES-EDWARD'S EXXON 135 vCENTREL 3513,7189? 999L953 A $ - um? V I . Air Conditioning, Electrical, Repairs, and New Installation Meinen I We ire Prlald 0f ygub d Refrigeration 6: Electrical 0V9 om an a Bob Meinen Van Alstyne - 482-6294 Open 24 hrs. a day TRUST YOUR CAR TO THE MAN WHO WEARS THE STAR 136 ADVERTISING ARCOAIRE' KANADAY TEXACO Bill Kanaday Highway 5 482-5389 Whee Mom and Dad, I finally made it. Tim DONUT CHEF 482-6413 The best in sandwiches and pastries CONGRATULATIONS SENIORS 1986 By Serve GRAYSON WWW COLLIN VAN l. mu: 482-5667 You have come a long way 8: we are Homemade proud of you. We know you will succeed in life ahead. Remember our ELECTRIC M . love and prayers are with you. Mom, exman Dad, and Leslie Food COOPERATION MELBA'S TACOS Corner Preston 8n Tolson Open M-F Also Serving 11-2 p.m. Burgers 8: Fries 4-7 p.m. 4824171 m I HUGH S We 5 ecialize in Good F d She was born with a smile and has P 00 been a joy to our lives ever since. DISCOUNT TV -Amy Guinn- GRANNY'S KITCHEN Best Prices on Zenith 8: RCA Color TV's - Satellite Systems Richard 8t Virginia Raney by DX 8L Macom 700 W. Haning Howe, TX 75059 532-5218 214M 532-5313 Howe, Texas MEINEN REFRIGERATION 8: ELECTRICAL-GRANNY'S KITCHEN 13 FAMILY-TEACHER ORGANIZATION h... -- im $3.1 a m ?ng h- :Q i371 Partners in Education is an appropriate xv. , theme for the Family-Teacher Organi- o'P' f4, zation in Van Alstyne; as we work to- xw ward our goal of a closer relationship between home and school. Wendy: You have been a joy You have dctomplishcd much during your high school years. May you be o... -J as successful in the future We ale vony proud of you Mom and Dad TOOLEY'S MAYTAG The Dependable People Washers o Dryers Fabric o Sewing Supplies We're There When You Need Us As you l'cruiseH through life with 33:1:35553325ESSQSWSEELT TEXAS POWER KL LIGHT your friend Best of luck, Brandon - Dad COMPANY 138 ADVERTISING Congratulations! Love Mom and Dad Van Alstyne Sports Booster Club Michelle, You have accomplished a great deal and it has been fun. The best is still to come. We love you and are Back the Panthers looking forward to the future. Mom,-Dad, 8: Chris cc Nancy Tepera, I think the parent's should give them mon- ey for the necessities, but not too much unless they work for it. e! Brandt Wright, The parents should give money to their kids so they can have fun, but not to the point that they don't know the worth of the money or how to work for it. I think that is a major problem today, not enough kids know how to make a living. FAMILY-TEACHER ORGANIZATION-BOOSTER CLUB 139 I j . X am 482-6770 Residential Commercial VAN ALSTYNE GLASS CO. Mirrors-Window-Showers All Glass For Auto and Truck . u , .- V v :1; M h I 1 Y 2 'Ysr 39 Hwy. 75 N. and FM. 121 C l , l P. 04 Box 1108 ongratu ations. Van Alstyne, Your Parents Owne,-Jay Myer TX 75095 i . t 3 Ni ll . 1;, Dear Son: You are the sunshine of our lives and the heart of us all. Always follow your dreams for you are our pride and our joy. Congratulations and all our love. Your Mom and Dad Aaron, You have grown into a fine young man. We are very proud of you. Love, Daddy and Mama 140 ADVER F.H.A. Officers: Pres. Amy G; V. Pres. Jodi W.; Sec. Charlotte R.; Treas. Rebecca B. Congratulations! Your Parents Chikako, You have been a bright spot in our lives this year and we will always cherish the memories of this time together. You will always be our daughter and sister and we pray God's richest blessings for you. Love, Linda, Dennis, Aaron, Gra- ham, Sarah Since she was much younger age, she has a tender heart and has been very friendly to others . . Fusae Shimoda Hf; Adams, K. 78 Aiken, Jill 86, 26 Academics 46 Advertising Index 115 Akins, Cary 45 Allen, Lara 28, 30, 33, 38, 93 Allen, Mary 30, 33, 45, 72, 100, 102 Alexander, Lisa 37, 108 Aly, Robin 33, 38, 44, 45, 93 Alterman, Brandon 64, 70, 106 Anderson, Rita 106 Arthur, Clifford 108 Ashley, Jill 33, 67, 93 Ashley, Marcy 6, 67, 100 Bannister, Becky 45, 74 Barcheers, Angela 106 Barcheers, Guy 45, 100 Barnes, Kathy 106 Batchelor, Julie 2, 28, 71, 79, 104 Batchelor, Sonya 28, 30, 33, 34, 49, 92, 93 Beaumont, Robin 45, 100 Beaty, Dana 106 Beaty, Gre 45 Beaty, Miciael 65, 71 Beck, Donna 38 Beck, Steven 104 Becker, Missy 104 Bengtson, Derek 33, 60, 79, 80, 81, 93 Bengtson, Devon 30, 65, 71, 104 Bengtson, Julie 16, 30, 71, 79, 104 Billups, Wendy 6, 18, 26, 28, 30, 33, 34, 45, 52, 86 Blair, Keith 45, 72 Blattner, Ray 16, 65, 104 Bodeker, Carl 37, 108 Bodeker, Neal 16, 30, 65, 71, 79 Bodeker, Tammy 30, 45, 69 Bonner, Brenda 2, 33, 56, 57, 63, 86, 111, 19 Boyd, David 8, 60, 63, 113 Bradley, Peggy 63, 111 Brookshire, Kenneth 108 Brookshire, William 106 Brophy, Joy 45, 100 Brophy, Sheila 33, 41, 93, 95 Brown, Dinah 100 Brown, Gina, 100 Brown, Karin 33, 34, 66, 67, 69 Brown, Thomas 45, 100 Buckner, Justin 28, 30, 33, 45, 67, 72, 73, 76, 77 Buckner, Rebecca 38, 45, 57, 67, 73, 74, 92, 93 Burk, Stacv 26, 86 Carden, T6m oo, 63, 64, 71, 74, 80, 81, 113 Campbell, Doug 33, 45, 68, 69, 80, 81, 100, 102 Campbell, Scott 4, 26, 33, 41, 49, 51,67, 80, 83 Cannon, Karla 63, 111 Cannon, Shannon 30, 104 Carl, Chris 106 Carter, Brian 70 Carter, Eric 37, 64, 78, 106 Carter, James 63, 113 Cate, Bonnie 37, 108 Cate, Colin 100 Cate, Eddie 10, 11, 26, 33, 60, 86, 90 Cayce, Richard 33, 63, 68, 76 Chandler, Clara 63 Chandler, Frankie 37, 64, 106 Chandler, Shane 26, 60, 45, 86 Cherry, Angela 30, 33, 68, 76, 98 Cherry, Daniel 63, 76 Chrisman, Trudy 104 Coleman, Jennifer 2, 30, 71, 79, 104 Coleman, Jerry 28, 30, 33, 68, 76, 98 Collins, Tina 63 Conner, Carey 30, 36, 71, 72, 79, 104 Conner, Stacy 7, 30, 33, 98, 5 Cook, Lowis 104 Cook, Tiffany 30, 3 Cooper, Jay 45, 60, 66, 67, 80, 81, 93 Copeland, M. 78 Corbett, Michael 45 Corbray, Curtis 65, 104 Coyle, Diana 45 Coyle, Jeanne 2, 71, 104 Cox, Betty 63, 111 Craver, Dorothy 106 Crawford, Darrell 104 Crawford, Michael 30, 45 Crosson, Sean 37, 108 Crow, Donald 100 Cunningham, Kelly 37, 78, 79, 106 Daniels, Jack 37, 64, 106 Daniels, James 64, 78, 79, 106, 113 Davidson, Lisa 93 Davidson, Shane 106 Davis, Dana 30, 34, 46, 100 Davis, James 111 Day, Kevin 44, 45 DeHaven, Lisa 25, 30, 33, 34, 76, 84, 93 DeHaven, Lori 30, 104 Denton, Danny 33, 45, 60, 93 Denton, Judy 45, 93 Derrick, Shelby 38, 45 Dhane, Shannon 45 Dingman, Desiree 100 Dixon, Bettina 30, 41, 86 Dodson, Cassandra 86 Dodson, Steven 108 Doggett, Clenn 45 Douglas, James 45, 100 Douglas, Shelley 28, 31, 34, 38, 45, 93 Domingos, Michael 45, 63, 93 Domingos, Michelle 34, 47 Doty, David 108 Dory, Michael 64, 106 Edwards, Dane 38, 93 E gar, Sean 106 E rod, Chris 93 Evans, Sarah 30, 104 Ferguson, Melissa 26, 30, 59, 66, 67, 86 Fisher, Elizabeth 93 Flanery, Doug 30, 33, 45, 86, 4, 91 Flatt, Angelina 45 Flatt, Bradley 45, 60, 93 Flatt, Daniel 37, 78, 79, 108 Flatt, Dean 106 Fletcher, Jody 37, 70, 106 Fletcher, Vicky 63, 111 Floyd, Hunter 10, 34, 45, 46, 63, 92, 93 Forehand, Shannon 30, 33, 45, 53, 76, 93 Garcia, Adridna 106 Gardner, James 41, 68, 76, 100, 102 Garrison, Michael 100 Garrison, Michelle 108 Gaskill, Bridgett 28, 37, 78, 79, 106 Ceer, April 105 Gentry, Katrina 38, 45, 93 Gentry, Larry 104 Gentry, Mike 108 Gibb, Geoffrey 37 Giles, Tim 4S Cipson, Timmy 60, 76 Gonzales, Cynthia 108 Gonzales, Harold 19, 26, 30, 33, 38, 41, 60, 76, 86 Couard, Rhonda 45, 100 Gracia, Lorenzo 108 Graf, Shawna 33, 93 Craf, Sheila 104 141 Crann, Kelly 108 Grant, Twalla 37, 108 Green, Darrin 93 Green, Michael 84, 104 Crinkle, Helen 108 Cuinn, Amy 33, 34, 38, 45, 48, 52, 86, 90, 26 Guthrie. Graham 45, 60. 86, 26 Haker, Chuck 45, 60, 67, 76, 87, 80, 91 Halliburton, Misty 34 Halliburton, Richie 45, 100 Hampton, Ryan 64, 106 Harris, Alvin Lee 38, 93 Harris, Mary 104 Harris, Kathryn 106 Harris, Mike 93 Harrison, Laura 41, 45 Harrison, Tina 45, 100 Hassel, Donald 108 Hassell, Sara 37, 108 Hayes, Billy 63, 113 Hayes, Glen 60, 63, 64, 71, 74, 78, 79, 102, 113 Helland, Thomas 64, 70, 106 Hem hill, Lynn 45 Hen erson, Cayla 30, 104 Henderson, 1.1. 6 Hicks, EQC 108 Hicks, Jeanne Anne 104 Hicks, Mary Jane 100 Hickson, Paul 31, 45, 60, 67, 76, 87, 90, 26 Hill, Chris 106 Hill, Ginger 34, 38, 93 Hill, Natalie 2, 79, 104 Himelright, Charles 108 Hix, Brandie 26, 38, 87 Hix, Jason 104 Hix, Jon 108 Hix, Kevin 37, 64, 106 Hix, Terry 38, 45, 87 Hodges, Chrystal 26, 38, 87 Holland, Dafne 37, 108 Holland, Daryl 100 Holland, Debra 26, 41, 74, 75, 142 Holley, Jimmy 64, 78, 106 Hollaway, Sherri 45, 66, 67, 93 Holtzman, Allen 30, 71, 105 Horn, Tammy 45, 100 Howard, Beth 33, 41, 111 Howard, Crystal 37, 108 Howard, RJ. 37, 108 - Howard, Steven 108 Huddleston, Darrell 45 Huff, Pam 33, 34, 45, 51, 83, 86, 87, 26 Huffhines, Chad 45, 46, 63 Huffhines, Christy 2, 71, 105 Huffhines, Craig 2, 30, 33, 44, 45, 49, 56, 57, 60 Hunter, Patsy 106 Hunter, Doug 45, 100 142 Individuals 84 Jackson, Bryan 64, 70, 106 Jackson, Michael 45, 63, 68, 78, 100 Jacobs, Nellie 55, 111 Jacobson, Becky 37 James, Misty 106 Jay, John 108 Jenkins, Bradley 37, 78, 106 Johnston, Carolyn 63, 113 Jones, Cassie Kee, Stephen 37, 108 Key, Mark 64, 106 Key, Stephen 6, 45 Kirly, John 45, 60, 81, 93 Kisler, Annette 100 Kisler, Jennifer 37, 108 Lamson, Teri 37, 108 Lamson, Tim 30, 99 Lamson, Thomas 26, 30, 86 Lamson, Tracy 30, 105 Lawrence, Terry 16, 65, 71, 105 Lawson, Dwayne 45, 87 Laube, Cheylenne 36, 79, 105 Lay, Cre 26, 45, 49, 87 Leach, A an 105 Lemons, Bob 30, 45, 63, 93 Lemons, Tandy 45, 99 Lemons, Ron 99 Lenoir, Billy 37, 106 Lewis, Robert 108 Lightfoot, Don 54, 63, 111 Lightfoot, Jana 28, 3o, 33, 34, 72, 73, 99 Lightfoot, Jo Beth 63, 112 Li htfoot, Joey 26, 60, 93 LiEely, Jennifer 33, 45, 67, 99, 33 Linkswiller, Michelle 108 Linkswiller, Vance 45, 99 Locks, Monica 45, 100 Loftice, Daniel 64, 106, 141 Long, Tamara 45, 94 Lynch, Tammy 15, 30, 34, 44, 45, 70, L34 Madding, Penny 105 Mahaffey, Sara 33, 34, 94 Malone, David 37, 108 Malone, Joshua 37, 64, 78, 106 Malone, Toby 37, 105, 108 Manley, Debra 25, 76, 79, 110 Marr, Clay 37, 108, 109 Martin, Jimmy 60,64, 102, 110, 111 Mathews, Robert 45, 102, 110 McBee, Daniel 45, 68, 80, 81, 100 McCabe, Richard 45, 68, 69, 100 McCabe, Tammy 30, 71, 105 McCasland, Brian 26, 45 McClusky, Roy 107 McCollum, April 45, 100 McCollum, Michael 26, 38, 60, 88 McCullar, Jennifer 28, 30, 33, 34, 49, 94 McDaniel, Marc 8, 60, 63, 111 McCarity, Christopher McKay, Terri 69 McKinney, Lenore 99 McMahan, Dawn 28, 33, 99 McMorris, Joe McMorris, Michael 108 McMorris, Ray 45, 99 McTee, Jason 45, 63, 68, 81 McTee, Scott 26, 33, 45, 60, 67, 88 Metze, Michael 30, 111 Mertz, Naomi 37, 108 Mills, Wesley Miller, Billy 108 Miller, Chris 105, 107 Miller, Christopher Miller, Darla 45, 94 Miller, Valerie 105 Minchey, Laura 33, 58, 67, 76, 78, 88, 90, 26, 4 Miracle, Kim 107 Mitchell, Kathy 33 Mora, Julie Morgan, Brian 2, 30, 65, 71, 79, 105 Morgan, Shelly 14, 30, 33, 34, 41, 84, 94 Morgner, Mike 33, 94, 95 Morris, Karen 99 Morris, Missy Morrison, Mickey 37, 108, 109 Moody, Charles 2, 30, 71 Moody, Gre 45, 81 Moody, Mic ael 45, 63, 99 Moore, Kristi 30, 105 Moore, Shannon 45, 102 Moore, Steven 45, 99 Mosby, B0 33, 45, 60, 80, 94 Motley, Damon 25, 45, 84, 102 Madole, Kelly 87 Murley, Tammy 6, 18, 30, 33, 34, 45, 88, 18, 26 Murphy, Chris 16, 109 Murphy, James 109 Murphy, Lasaundra 105 Munphy, Latonyd 26, 38, 88 Mu1phy, Mary 109 Murphy, Rhonda Vance, Deborah 30, 32, 33, 51, 56, 86, 111 Netherlain, Sandra 37, 109 Nevil, Brad 37, 04, 75, 79, 107 Neill, Jason Nix, Jon 142 Noe, Amy 45, 99 Null, Kvle 37,64, 107 O'Brien, Marcus 45, 103 O1Cain, Kathy 25, 33, 34, 41, 45, 54, 99 O'Cain, Suzane 37, 109 Offill, Tommy 41, 58, 57, 72, 73, 102 Organizations 28 Owen, Holly 25, 28, 30, 31, 32, 33, 34, 38, 40, 41 Page, Craig 14, 33, 40, 41, 44, 45, 66, 67, 72, 94 Page, Jerry Partin, Justin 37, 109, 142 Payne, Penny 10, 99 Payne, Shanna 10, 45 Perry, Michael 25, 63, 113 Phelan, Chris Phelan, Mark Phelan, Mike 109 Philbrick, Robert 45, 72, 99 Phillips, Shelley 99 Pierce, Vinita 94 Pittman, Pam 25, 30, 33, 34, 45, 67, 69, 76, 99 Pitts, Carey 63, 68, 69, 81 Presley, Jena 37, 109 Reeve, AHon 05 Rome, Benji 109 Reed, Ryan 65, 84 Rennc, Jenny 37, 78, 107 Renne, Jodi 3o, 33, 34, 4o, 41, 09 Renneker, Jay 45, 63, 68 Renneker, Tim 6, 45, 60, 94, 95 Reynolds, Bill 109 Reynolds, Charlotte 33, 34, 3a, 45, 49, 51, 83, 88 Reynolds, Eric 109 Reynolds, Leslie 37, 108, 109 Reynolds, Robin 30, 55, 72 Ripley, Jane 33, 111 Ritchie, Audra 31, 33, 34, 38, 41, 45, 52, 88, 90 Ritchie, Farrell 40, 41, 45, 63 Ritchie, Joseph 109, 142 Rodd, Bret 45, 63 Rollins, Stacy Ross, Robin 72 Rubio, Rhonda 94 Salmon, Nayna 30, 34, 53 Sanders, Guy 109 Sanderson, Daron 37, 109 Sanderson, Eric 37, 107 Scalf, Daniel 26, 33, 88 Scalf, Susan Self, Stacy 37, 109 Self, Tara 109 Shearer, Tommy 64, 106 Shearer, Tracy 30, 33, 34, 40, 41, 102 Simco, Keith 45, 63, 99 Sims, Debbie Sims, Ray 45, 99 Sims, Susan 107 Sisterman, Kristina 107 Sloan, DeeDee 94 Sloan, Laura 30, 69, 99 Sloan, Misty Small, David 45, 99 Smith, Brice 45, 63 Smith, Charles Smith, Christo her 54, 111 Smith, Michae 37, 78, 109 Smith, Mike 33, 68, 84, 94 Smith, Monty 64, 70, 107 Smith, Rosa 109 Smith, Stephanie 9, 30, 34 Snyder, Jesse Sowers, David 16, 65 Sowers, Michael 64 Spencer, Jason 107 Spencer, Jason 26, 60, 88, 141 Spencer, Jeff 26, 45, 60, 80, 88 Spencer, Joi Spencer, Nichole 30 Spillers, Andy 64, 78, 107 Sports 58 Sprowl, Jared 6, 45, 99 Spradling, Lisa 45, 88 Stacks, Brandon 26, 38, 89 Stacks, Brett Stanley, Dianne Stanley, LJ. 99 Stanley, Russell Stephens, Chet 41, 63, 102 Stephens, Ginger Stephens, Latricia Stevenson, Mark Stewart, Darrin 32,45, 58, 60, 94 Stinmn, Ashley 45, 94, 95 Stinton, J05h 05, 79, 107 Stockl, Christina 30, 41, 89 Student Life O Sullivan, Barbara 36, 37, 78, 107 Sullivan, Linda 63, 111 Swim, Andrea Taylor, Brian 41, 45, 93, 94, 141 Taylor, Chris 4, zo, 45, 57, 83, 80, 89 Taylor, Tramen 37, 109 Tepera, James 45, 63, 81 Tepera, Michael 81 Tepera, Nancy 10, 11, 15, 33, 41, 52, 59, 66, 07, 74 Thompson, Katrina 109 Thornhill, Billy 107 Thornhill, Sam 2,65,71,79 Thur, Brian 94 Tillet, Chance 64, 107 Trail, Shane 109 Trail, Terry Trammell, Jim 45 Trammell, Shea 45 Trapp, Bryan 45, 94 Tredway, Shawn 64, 107, 141 Trout, Christie 94 Troxtell, Amy 99 Troxtell, Cory 37, 64, 107 Van Hoosen, Kara 94 Veale, Mildred 63, 111 Velekei, Todd 33, 94 Vensel, Jason 45, 63, 99 Vensel, Nathan 64, 78, 79, 107 Wade, David 37, 70, 78, 107 Wade, John 30, 33, 65, 111 Wallis, Tara 37, 107 Waller, Jeff 45 Waller, Michael 107 143 W'alsh, Keith 45, 03 Watson, John 10, 45, 63, 102 VVeatherley, Christo her 2, 65, 71, 79 Weatherley, MichaeFoO, 03, 72, 86, 111 VVeatherley, Michelle 0, 30, 33, 34, 45, 72, 73, 80 Weatherley, Nancy 03, 113 Wesson, Jody 15, 28, 34, 38, 45, 89, 90, 91, 20, 4 Whitehead, Kendra 37, 107 Whitehead, Kent 63, 113 Wi gins, Marcy 107 Wilgkinson, Chikako 2, 9, 34, 38, 40, 41, 45, 72, 89 Williams, Aaron 26, 45, 89 Williams, Brent 2, 30, 71 Williams, Cathy 107 Williams, Charles 63, 110 Williams, Donna 15 Williams, Mark 37, 109 Williams, Michele 10, 28, 30, 33, 72, 94 Williams, Patrick 2, 30, 65, 71, 79 Williams, Raymond 33, 45 Wilson, Billy 33, 60, 76, 77, 80, 94 Wilson, Bryan 109 Wilson, Misty 28, 107 Wilson, Rodney 6, 45, 60, 94 Wilson, Shari 78, 107 Wilson, Shelly 28, 30, 33, 34, 94 Windham, Alice 78, 107 Windham, Amy 99 Wise, Marla 28, 31, 33, 34, 41, 49, 92, 94 Wolfe, Raquel 69 Wolfe, Michelle 45, 94 Woodroof, Laura 30, 40, 41, 57, 72 Wright, Brandt 5, 7, 28, 30, 31, 32, 33, 41, 67, 72 Wright, Candace 6, 9, 15, 30, 32, 33, 34, 41, 45, 56 Wright, Clifton 45, 99 Wright, Shawn 45, 101 Wurscher, Michelle 37, 78, 107 Wygal, Charles 99 Wygal, Janice 107 Yates, Bryan 109 Yost, Anna Zastudil, Mandy 18, 38, 45, 94 INDEX - COLOPHON Out with the old In With The New Volume 73 of Van Alstyne High School's PAW was printed by Jos- tens Publishing Company, Box 1903, Topeka, Kansas. In plant consultant was Mike Custen- border. The book size was 7 374 x 1072 . Two hundred thirty books with one hundred forty-eight pages were ordered with cost to the stu- dent being $14. Headline styles were handset by the staff using Formatt Lettering, style used was Delight. The re- maining headlines were set by Jos- ten's in Palatino. Body copy was set in 11 point, caption copy was set in 9 point. The staff designed cover was made of 120 point Davey Red label binding board. Cover material was a lithograph bright white that was non woven material custom made by Holliston Mills. Cover applica- tion is T-285 Medium Blue which . was laminated with a clear plastic film. Endsheets are 2.80 Snow White T-285 Blue applied color. All printing was done with a Millet TP-38 perfector press. Color pictures consisted of 5 pages of Process Color in Multiple 15. Color processing was done by Mike King Photography, Box 1171, Commerce, Texas. All color is separated in house by laser scanner. Portraits were taken by Mike King Photography. Black and white photos were taken by the staff, Mike King Photography, Van Alstyne Leader, and Sherman Democrat. Processing was done by Mike King Photography, John, Lara, and Mary Allen, Jim D'Avig- non Nan Alstyne Leaderl, all of Van Alstyne, Texas; Lori McElory tSherman Democratl Sherman, Texas. Artwork was done by staff member Jana Lightfoot. ---Por improvement to occur changes are always necessary--- Every year annual staff mem- bers attend a summer workshop and learn new information and ideas for producing a yearbook. At last year's sessions we learned that many new advancements had been made in this area of journalism. We wanted toecompete in this field and to provide the best annual possible for our students. We felt that these new concepts should be incorporated in our book. We used a new format and style to provide a more detailed coverage of the year and to include as many students as possible in the book. Many traditional items were eliminated from the annual while several new techniques and ideas were added. A great deal of work was in- volved in making all of these changes. The annual staff had to accept many more responsibilities and had to work many extra hours. This year's book required dedica- tion from each staff member as we adjusted to an entirely different way of putting our annual togeth-l er. Several members of the annual staff proved our success at im- proving our journalistic skills by competing for the first time and winning several UIL journalism events. Due to the help of John Cut- singer of Austin Westlake, who' critiqued our annual pages, we will: enter the PAW in UIL competition for the first time. . As the annual staff we hope that this yearbook is the beginning of a new tradition which will only get better in the future. We feel wel were successful in capturing those important memories and ONC IN A LIFETIME moments that make every year special. . lwmglx- r: t . e AS students enter school, they ' W . are presented many opportunities. I x Many of these include new classes or new activities that the student experiences for the first time. Homemaking classes allow many students to learn the basics of sewing and cooking. Driver education teaches students the fundamentals of driving before Mr. Mom? Jamm Spenm they receive their license. Science 51mm his woking ability experiments and lessons in CPR W hit Hume EV LIME are often seen in science and health courses. First times may be successful and lots of fun, and they may not be e but regardless of the out- come first times always seem to be ' good times. Hold Still This won't hurt a bit. Danny W ' JQ'r-A. Loftite and Shaun Treadway are working r h, mrefully 0n disecting a frog. Computer VVhiz?VV'011, Brian Taylor triee hi5 computer skills in Introductory Com- putmx gm yw- Shake and Shout! Bill Benton is instructing Holly Owen how to do CPR in Health Class. FIRST TIMES 145 Lots of chit chat. Senior, Debra Hol- n .. , i land calls a friend after finishing her h'- ' ' h work as a teacher's aide. History and more History. The third period government class lis- tens attentively to Mr. Wade's les- son on the United States Presidents. After the excitement of a new year is over, school days become fairly routine. The same classes are attended everyday with the same peo- ple opening the same lockers and sitting in the same desks day after day. The routine be- comes accepted and weeks pass without any great excite- ment. But these times when mixed together with laughter and friends give a year flavor and make those same 01' times seem very special. Off To Lunch, Justin Partin, Joe Ritchie, and Jon Nix walk to the lunchroom after another session of morning classes. Friends Forever! Seniors Michelle Weatherley and Wendy Billups take a break in the student center to dis- cuss some serious matters. 146 CLOSING cam .J ?a. 9?, x M. 1986 4.1 ,- t V h 11' . . , HUI .-.$ , . I -I' g - - t 't - ulvr : .umllluvl'lllllbllli'h 1. .lllllll: :::.'wuuwulud . ' H . HLIIIIHIUE' E?uMQhOM ft -:!I:Ht:www Mu h' Up,Up,And Away! w The Class of 1986 releases balloons after Changing their tassels. Graduation was held at the football field for the first time. -A Once In A Lifetime Year- That is what our school has worked for and achieved. Whether a person looks at the success of the athletic program, the excellence of the academic records, or the quality of the special events, all that can be seen is the 148 CLOSING talent and ability of many special people. W-A-D-m