Walterboro High School - Paw Print / Lair Yearbook (Walterboro, SC)

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 : ■.... »■-. ■ :i f ■ olidays a special time of year As the spirit of the holi- days filled the air, stu- dents became anxious for a mid-year break and a chance to visit family members. By Halloween, the countdown for Christ- mas break had begun. Traditional ghosts and goblins, along with more contemporary spooks, haunted the stairways and halls. Senior Brad Ma- cLean exclaimed, “Al- though I didn’t dress for Halloween at school, I really admired the nerve of those who did. I simply came as Bob Dylan.” With Thanksgiving came the National Honor Society and Student Council’s annual food drives. The Honor Society and Student Council have been sponsoring the food drive for the past three years. ‘‘This was the most successful year for the NHS food drive. I'm glad I could be a part of this community service,” stat- ed food drive committee chairman Eddie Wilson, The NHS was responsible for collecting the food and the Student Council helped in the delivery. With the first week of December, students grew increasingly anxious over the upcoming vacation. With the first weekend came the annual Christ- mas parade. This was the first time since the early history of Walterboro that we have resorted to the “Main Street’' parade route. This was also the very first year that the pa- rade was conducted at night. “With the new ren- ovations to the street, the parade was truly beauti- ful, although the street was much too small for the parade to pass through easily,” stated sophomore Cynthia Herr. December filled the weeks and weekends with an abundance of activi- ties. Christmas shopping was usually at the top of the list. ”1 love to shop anyway, but when Christ- mas comes, everything goes on sale and 1 go crazy!” replied Stacie Murray, a sophomore. By Monica Linder and Mary Bass Decorating the Christmas tree for the National Honor Soci- ety ball are Kayce Reed, Amy Wright, and Julie Adams. This was the second year the NHS sponsored the “Christmas Ball.’1 Timely Trivia This was the first time that the Christmas Parade was held at night. Also, because of the new downtown ren- ovations, the old parade route was used. This route covered Washing- ton Street and Main Street. Holidays

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The Spanish classes celebrat- ed their Christmas in Spanish style, Pinatas are one of many Christmas traditions held by the Spanish. Dwayne Buckner dem- onstrates his technique. “For God so loved the World” was the theme for the First Bap- tist Church’s float. John Syfrett, Angel Painter, and Barry Kinard ride as a living nativity scene. .ill ! ' “Are those really Santa’s reindeer?”No,thisisthechorus' rendition of “Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer.” Carrying cans downstairs for the food drive are seniors Val- erie Gaston and Stacy Middle- ton. This was the fourth year the NHS sponsored the food drive.

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olidays A special time of year The class King and Queen pageant, as well as the Miss Merry Christmas pageant, was held in the first weeks of December. Rosie Bright was named the 1988-89 Miss Merry Christmas. “This pageant is most likely the best we have ever had,” remarked Student Council Adviser Lynn Stroble. She con- cluded, “We owe a big thanks to Christy Bash- nan, Misty Linder, and Monica Linder.” The NHS also spon- sored their second annual Christmas Ball. This gave the students an opportu- nity to come together one last time before school let out for the holidays. Community activities were also a part of the stu- dents’ activities. The NHS sponsored a Christmas tree for underprivileged children. “The Christmas tree is always a success but this was the best year ever,” commented Amy Wright. The FCA spon- sored a Christmas party for underprivileged chil- dren and with their trea- sury they bought the chil- dren gifts. Mr. and Mrs. Claus also made a special appearance. The Waiter- boro Junior Cotillion Club’s annual ball was held four days before Christmas. Girls from Walterboro High and John C. Calhoun Academy and their dates attended this social function. A live band provided music, and pictures were taken by Bill Bone. Along with the school and community activi- ties, students spent time with family and friends. Christmas caroling, fam- ily dinners, hay rides, and parties were just a few ways students enjoyed time off from books, teachers, homework, and hassles. By Monica Linder and Mary Bass Sophomore Counselor and National Honor Society sponsor Yvonne Lloyd places a gift for a needy child be- neath the NHS Christmas Tree. This is the third year the NHS has sponsored the Christmas Tree project. The 1988-89 Miss Merry Christmas was senior Rosie Bright. Tammy Bryd, escort- ed by Troy Spires, was the runner-up. Miss Merry Christ- mas was chosen by popular vote. Sitting on Shannon “Santa” Murdaugh’s lap, Emily Sulli- van tells him what she wants for Christmas, while Anisha Blevins enjoys some goodies from his bag. Student Life