Van High School - Vandalite Yearbook (Van, TX)

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pirit enhances tradition xcitement was in the eye of the beholder as the week of Homecoming approached. lt all began on Tuesday, which was Sock the Wildcats Day. Crazy socks were seen everywhere, not just on feet. Wednesday was Doubles Day, and everyone was to dress like one of their friends. Also, everyone brought a sack lunch and had lunch together. I liked Doubles Day best, because it looked good for friends to be dressed alike, Junior Jane Gable said. Thursday was the traditional Red and White Day, on which everyone was to wear all the red and white possible to support the Vandals. Finally, Friday arrived and everyone dressed up to no limit. A glow shown on everyone's faces as girls flaunted their mums and guys proudly wore their boutonnieres. Afternoons were spent decorating the halls --.ii ..i....,- 1.1.1. r ft-nz' QM '57 Melissa Battenlield UGG. Senior Dewayne Davidson shyly smiles as he displays his sophisticated attire during dress up for the Vandals day. Many other students participated in this celebration of Homecoming week. G-O-O-D L-U-C-K! Students cheer enthusiastically while awaiting the beginning of the Homecoming pep ral- ly. Because seniors went all out in supporting the Van- dals, they won the spirit stick. Student Life and making signs welcoming the exes, and displaying an extra touch of spirit. The Vandals capped off a tremendous Homecoming with a great performance in their 49-16 victory over Whitehouse. Kim Moore aided the victory with a 55-yard touchdown scamper. The excitement of Homecoming helped get the adrenalin going, Junior Kim Moore said. i'And the support of the crowd motivated me a lot. The week was successfully topped off with a Sock Hop after the game given by the Stu- dent Council. There, students remembered the various activities - the seniors receiving the spirit stick, Missy Beaird being crowned 1984 Homecoming Queen, Kim's 55-yard touchdown, and a Vandal Victory!!! Tonia Thedford U Martin st 5.

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H0me sweet home. Because of House Bill 72, many class activities were restricted. However, Senior Gina Morgan shared her experience as a foreign ex- change student to Germany with her classes. Ring around the rosies. In the past office assistance delivered flowers and balloons to students dur- ing class. But with the new policy, interrupting a class is not permitted. Therefore, Seniors Donna Nauert and Bar- bara Johnson must do so between classes. Mike Pu well Mike Pa well --new Mike Powell Love C0l1qUel'S all. Even though school has changed, one thing has remained the same - high school sweetheartsf' Carrying Senior Ramona Robichaux's books to chemistry, Senior Patrick McFarlin thinks little of the educational reforms. School Changes

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