W T Woodson High School - Cavalier Yearbook (Fairfax, VA)

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Before the number of allowed dancers was limited, students often fought for a space of their own. WKYS attempts to correct one of the many technical diffi¬ culties which plague the soc-hops. Self-conscious underclassmen often hesitate to ask for a dance. STUDENT LIFE 17

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Do “What’s going on Saturday night? If the day in question was typical, a soc-hop was planned. For the second year in a row, our school established a reputation for dances. A disco dance occurred, on an average, on three out of every four week-ends. As the year progressed, many students began to tire of the “Saturday Syndrome.” Nevertheless, Cavaliers continued to arrive, with their friends. The situation became so overcrowded that limitations were set on the number of dancers allowed at each event. Prices rose and tickets became “pre-sale only.” Reasons for coming to a soc hop varied from “there is nothing else to do” to “I like to dance” and “I am too youn g to get into any other place.” Fashions seen at the dances were often unique. While the bands dressed in a higher key, students wore anything from blue jeans and sweaters to skirts and doubleknits. “Touch dancing” became popular once again. Many couples began to act as if they knew their partner. Swings and dips were incorporated into many steps as the music allowed. Prac¬ tice with a regular dance partner became necessary to avoid crunching another’s toes. Oblivious to the lack of company, Warren Yeager and his partner continue to dance on. Bands’ costumes range from the conventional suit to the “kinky” fringe outfits. 16 STUDENT LIFE

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Still Going Strong Woodson has always taken great pride in its environment. School spirit reaches its highest peak during the football season. A building? An institution? A hideaway? Just exactly what is W.T. Woodson? There is no one answer to that question; but each individual views our red brick building in his own way. Tire average student spends from twenty to thirty hours a week in class. The majority of Cavaliers have been able to choose after-school activities to enjoy or improve themselves. Yet, how does one describe his feelings concerning his school? Yes, it is a building and an institution. But it also enables students to grow and experience new ideas. After the learning is accomplished, sports and clubs offer the opportunity to relax. There are no students who can honestly say that Woodson did not influence their lives in any way. We shall all remem¬ ber our high school. But, most of all, we shall remember the people. All of us are Woodson. 18 STUDENT LIFE