Waynesboro High School - Skyline Yearbook (Waynesboro, VA)

Text from Pages 1 - 80 of the 1956 volume:

I T- OJfttET 4-400 I_ 4 V: THE STUDENTS OF WAYNESBORO HIGH SCHOOL Waynesboro, Virginia PRESENT THE 1956 SKYLINE TABLE OF CONTENTS FOREWORD. 2 DEDICATION. 4 ADMINISTRATION. 5 CLASSES..9-40 ORGANIZATIONS.41 ATHLETICS.59 Foreword The new addition to Waynesboro High School has been completed; the size of the school has almost doubled. Throughout the year the staff of the 1956 Skyline has observed a striking resemblance between the growth and development of each student and the construction of the building. In this volume of the Skyline the staff has endeavored to depict this re¬ semblance by means of pictures of the different stages of development of the build¬ ing in relation to the different levels of growth of the student throughout his high school career. It is hoped by all members of the staff that you, the students of Waynesboro High School, as you glance through this book of memories, will be reminded of your own growth and development as you follow the theme—“Building Toward the Summit. ” School Song In the hills of old Virginia The lovely Shenandoah There ' s a school that looms supremely , Each year I love it more. The sky is bright with sunshine The spirit of love is there; There is truth and faith and courage And friends who do and dare. Dear Waynesboro High School As time goes by we ' ll e ' er Be faithful daughters and sons , We ' ll float your colors only where there ' s right , We ' ll keep your standards spotless and bright. 4 3 4 Dedication When we were tots, we played with blocks and made simple little structures. Although we have grown older, blocks are still an important part of our life. These are the blocks upon which we build to become adults and take our place in the world. Almost always there is one block that is larger than the rest—one block that gives us more of an upward boost than the rest. Nearly always there is someone who gives us more help and moral support than anyone else. One such person might inspire in our minds a feeling which was genuinely expressed by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow in a verse from his immortal, A PSALM OF LIFE. “Let us, then, be up and doing, With a heart for every fate; Still achieving, still pursuing, Learn to labor and to wait.” The Senior Class of 1956 has unanimously chosen the one person who it feels has given us, the Seniors, such a feeling. In recognition and in deep appreciation of his unfaltering loyalty and guidance, we dedicate the 1956 Skyline with affection and gratitude to . . . Mr. N. H. Forbes 4 4 Administration Few tasks are completed without first having been planned. The job of exe¬ cuting these plans requires one who has a knowledge of the task to be done and skill in planning and directing operations. It goes without saying that the better qualified persons in a job will produce the best work. The new addition stands strong and erect because men of skill and knowledge administered the plans for the construction work. The Administration of Waynesboro High School has done its job well. Evi¬ dence of this is shown in the excellence of the scholastic standing of the school. The Administration has planned and directed the activities of the school to the best advantage of the students. Our proud, but not haughty, spirit is a shining example of the good work of well-qualified persons who, as a group, have built the student body into the outstanding group that it is. Waynesboro School Board Left to Right: Mr. J. Fred Cook, Mrs. A.M. McLaughlin, Mr. Fred Millhiser, Mr. Robert Gray, Mr. F. B. Glenn, Air. R. L. Lefever A Message From the Principal Mr. Johnson This edition of the Skyline com¬ memorates two great events in the history of Waynesboro High School: the completion of the first addition to our building with its enlarged and improved facilities, and the begin¬ ning of a period of great increase in our enrollment. Overnight, as it were, we almost doubled the num¬ ber of pupils. May these events be a symbol of the years which lie ahead of you. May you continue to grow mentally, morally, and spiritually. May you always strive for the completion of bigger and better things. May there be for you ever broadening horizons; ever increasing opportu¬ nities. May you have the understanding and the courage to seize your op¬ portunities and to make the most of them. { 6 i . J° J. L. Johnson, Principal Faculty Mr. Paul Bateman Mechanical Drawing Mrs. Mary Bear Business Education Mr. Eugene P. Brondoli Supervisor of Education Mrs. Martha H. Browder Librarian Mr. John A. Brown American History, Speech, Science Mr. S. C. Callison English Miss Janet Corbin Algebra, Biology, General Math, Science Mrs. Claire Craun Business Education Mrs. Ethel Davies Algebra, Guidance Mr. Rex Downey Physical Education, Boys ' Coach Mr. N. H. Forbes English, French, History Mrs. Betty Gentry Business Education, History Mr. Howell Gruver Mathematics, Spanish Mrs. Louise Hughes Cafeteria Manager Mrs. Margaret Jesser Remedial Reading, Speech Miss Janet Knicely Mathematics Mr. Russell Leslie Driver Training A r. James Lunsford Instrumental Music Miss Jeanne Meredith Choral Music Miss Cleada Miller Home Economics Mrs. Esther Moore English, World History Mrs. Minnie Moyer Secretary Mrs. Janice Noell Visiting Teacher Mr. Quentin Pidcock Industrial Arts Mr. William Safko Biology, Science , Mrs. Evelyn Stanley Physical Education, Girls ' Coach Mr. Charles Tolley Distributive Education, Diversified Occupa¬ tions Mr. Arthur Willis Chemistry, General Science, Physics Mrs. Ruth Willis English Miss Olive Wise English Mrs. Gladys Wood Latin Mr. R. A. Yoder Arts and Crafts From Dawn to Dusk with the Faculty i—“At 3:00 P. M. my work has just begun.” 2—My, they look busy! 3—Will it be safe to sample? 4—Good oP grade book, s—“Coach, did you make it?” 6—“Attention please for the morning announcements.” 7—“Where were you yester¬ day?” 8—“How good are you at art?” 9—Girls, no whispering please. 10—If your fingers are sore, we’ll get you some bandaids. 11—“Dictation again? Ugh!” 12—Lunch—at last. 13—“Mayl borrow a hammer?” 14—-Book report days. 15—“All these schedules!” 16—Bum-bum. 17—Modern dancing? 18—“There’s nothing like a free period!” 19—Get that ball! 8 Seniors The new addition was constructed for the explicit purpose of expanding the educational facilities of Waynesboro High School. Much thought and planning went into its construction, but now after many months the structure stands com¬ pleted and ready for use. It is the crowning achievement of many people who worked diligently in order to make the finished building a strong and gleaming edifice. The Senior Class of Waynesboro High School is representative of the diligent work of many people who have educated them and given them guidance without surcease. These Seniors have been prepared to take their place in the world, ready to face life with a knowledge of the things around them. They are the finished product of four years of training. When, a few years after graduation, they become full-fledged American citizens, they will have erected many blocks in “Building Toward the Summit”. 9 }r Senior Class Officers From Top Frances Jones. Esther Maloney. Naomi Hubbard. George Dick. .... President Vice President . Secretary . . . . Treasurer j w A ✓ ' y cy ' €c ' ,V f t a ’T ' , A, Senior Class History Proudly we do stand because we are the Seniors of this school. We are small in number, but we have achieved our ultimate goal—graduation. Happiness fills our hearts, as we are thankful that we were able to struggle through the four years, but sadness intervenes because this place was the scene of many happy events. Our Junior year will always be an outstanding one to us because of the Prom we gave the Seniors. We worked hard our Freshman and Sophomore days to raise funds for this event. We work-ed equally hard our Junior year to show the Seniors that our Prom would be the best ever. In this last year we had our Senior Play with everyone working hard to make it a success. Our thanks go to Mr. Forbes for the help he gave us as our sponsor and teacher. Also, we want to express our appreciation to the other members of the faculty and our principal, who have helped us to succeed. Now, we, the Senior Class of 1956, wish you all good luck, and may your years be as fair as ours. Seniors Patricia Ann Bosserman “ Wit and wisdom are born with a woman.” Judith Shirley Craig “ The mildest manners and the gentlest heart.” � ( ' • v ' S s i £ o Patricia Ann Critzer “A smile for all , a greeting glad , an amiable , happy way she has.” Nyal Gene Cromer “From a little spark may burst a mighty flame.” John J. Davis, Jr. “ A rare compound of oddity , athlete and friend.” George Lentz Dick “His good nature carries a magnetic charm.” Russell Norman Farrar 11 And if you mean to profit , learn to please.” B. Elizabeth Floyd 11 Silence , when nothing need be said , is the eloquence of discretion.” 4. 11 ► Seniors Francis Berkeley Glenn, Jr. “ We grant, although he had much wit, he was very shy of using it” William Grayson Goodloe “Not that he loved study less, but that he loved sleep more.” George William Hausler “ Such joy ambition finds.” David Devon Henderson “Manners are stronger than law.” Annabelle Hoover “ Women of few words are the best women” Naomi Ross Hubbard “ You learn by asking questions.” Frances Grey Jones “ The secret of success is constancy to purpose.” Mary Catherine Lotts “Love, sweetness, goodness in her person shined.” Seniors Esther Marie Maloney “Her ways are ways of pleasantness. Buddy Andrew McMillan “ 0 sleep! it is a gentle thing , beloved from pole to pole. Garland Wray Parrish “ A good disposition is more valuable than gold ” Susan Lee Ritchie “A girl ' s natural ability is to attract. Patricia Ann Rusmisel “Good sense and good nature are never separated. Rebecca Sue Shropshire “Sweet and lovely , nice and neat; just to know her is a treat. Robert Needy Whitesel “Do not turn back when you are just at the goal. 13 } POSTGRADUATES Dennis Dunn Bobby Hiserman SENIOR CLASS MIRROR i. Most Athletic —Mary Lotts, John Davis. 2. Cutest —David Henderson, Susan Ritchie. 3. Best Personality —Ann Bosserman, George Dick. 4. Most Likely to Succeed —Pat Critzer, Bob Whitesel. 5. Most Sophisticated Sue Shrop¬ shire, George Hausler. 6. Neatest —Esther Maloney, Norman Farrar. Events of the Senior Year The traditional activities and events of the Senior year were carried on in a manner commendable to the size of the class. In the fall the class plunged vigorously into practice for the Senior play, “The Great Big Doorstep”. They were repaid for their efforts by having a large crowd on both nights of presentation. Some members of the class worked at White’s Department Store on Senior Day for a percentage of the day’s income. Another event of the Senior year was that of touring the plants, General Electric and Du Pont. The Seniors have proved that, “Quality, not quantity”, is the deciding factor. 15 } Jn iUnttory of SHymotth Hayin ' IlilU ' g ... he gave to his school his undivided support—an example for others who might not realize the true meaning of devotion and loyalty. He was a leader, but he also knew the importance of being a good follower. To his friends and fellow students at Waynes¬ boro High School he will remain a lasting symbol of fighting spirit and upright sportsman¬ ship. Thus, to all those who knew and loved him we dedicate this page in remembrance of Wayne Lilley. Somebody said that it couldn’t be done, But he with a chuckle replied That “maybe it couldn’t,” but he would be one Who wouldn’t say so till he’d tried. So he buckled right in with the trace of a grin On his face. If he worried he hid it. He started to sing as he tackled the thing That couldn’t be done, and he did it. E. A. Guest { 16 } Wayne Lilley Juniors Even though a building is considered to be fairly well-finished when it has been roofed, the structure is only as tall as its walls are high. During their junior year at Waynesboro High School students rise toward the peak of their high school career. They are then ready to assume the position of leadership in the school and to com¬ plete their high school education. This is perhaps one of the most important terms of a student’s high school career because of the great advancements which are made during the year. These Juniors erect many blocks upward in “Building Toward the Summit. ” 17 Junior Class Officers From Top John Jones. President Billy Evers. Vice President Jack Womeldorf. Secretary Neil Knicely. Treasurer jp r ZCt S P) c 7 T(J - -O ' v‘-Z fC y Mr t u-b -tvs ff ' 6 r (g Csfc Junior Class History Three years ago next fall the Class of 1957 entered Waynesboro High School as freshmen. Frustrated (and what freshman class isn’t), we dashed through the halls wondering if we would ever get those horrible lockers open and get to class on time. But with time comes experience, and now we are about to become “Dignified Seniors”. We have been fortunate in that we have always had good, hard-working class officers. This year, two big occasions were receiving our class rings and sponsoring the Junior-Senior Prom. The school year, 1955-56, has been an exciting one and one that we will always remember—our Junior year at Waynesboro High School. 4 18 Juniors Jimmy Alexion Jimmy Balsley John Barr Jackie Bramel Bill Brooker Paige Brower Jay Brown Norma Brown Sally Brydge James Carper Peggy Carter Virginia Clark Warren Coleman Monty Copper Nancy Crickenberger Catherine Daniel Bob Dedrick Hansford Diehl Hazel Dove Barbara Dulaney Glenna Dunn Ann Mac Eggleston Faye Ervin Pat Evans 4 { 19 Juniors Bill Evers R. Chase Fitch Deanna Fitzgerald Gayle Fitzgerald Larry Fitzgerald Betty Floyd Juanita Ford Peyton Frye Sara Furr Phil Gaw Judy Givens J3on Glenn n ✓ Bobby Gordon • Douglas Grant Judy Guthrie Dice Hammer Eddie Hammer Connie Haney Elizabeth Harman Ruth Ann Harmon Francis Harris Wade Hickam Sallie Hickok Jean Hill { 20 Juniors Anna Hudson David Humphries Bob Hyman Dick Johnson Gene Johnson Jerry Johnson John Jones Dreama Kennedy Fred Kennedy Linda Kennedy Barbara Kidd Neil Knicely Fred Kobus Wayne Larsen Judy Lewis Wayne Lilley Mary Taylor Lipscomb Mary Ann Livick Mary Livingston Richard Little Jackie Lough Billy Lyle Catherine Marshall Frances Moyer 4 21 } Q u-oU) - , V , -S VN s Dorothy Moyers Freddy Mundy Helen Murray Gloria Muse Carol Olsen Janice Painter Larry Palmer Randy Payne Dale Phillips Patsy Phillips Carolyn Piedmont Rosa Lee Pugh Dennis Quillen Donna Ramsey Peggy Rankin William Reid Ellen Rhodes Peggy Roadcap Linda Schneider Brenda Seiger Jo Ann Simerson David Slater Sybil Smith Myrtle Snead 4. 22 fa - s O :f L ' Jr 1 Juniors Gordon Sours John Swink Ronnie Terrell Helen Thompkins Jeanne Tjsdale Granville Via J o Anna Wade Delois Wescott Heinie White Beverly Wilcox Jack Womeldorf Michael Wood Tom Wright Dorman Wyant Glenna Wyant Rudolph Zimmerman 4 23 V i. Jolliest Juniors —Mike Wood, Judy Farrar. 2. Best All Around —John Jones, Jackie Lough. 3. Best Personality — Bob Dedrick, Catherine Marshall. 4. Neatest —Mary Taylor Lipscomb, Gene Johnson. 5. Best Dancers —Gloria Muse, Don Glenn. 6. Cutest —Nick Alexion, Carolyn Piedmont. 7. Most Athletic— Franny Moyer, Billy Brooker. 8. Brainiest —Gayle Fitzgerald, Billy Reid. I—Studying hard? 2—Is this studying? 3—Lunch time bull session. 4—Concentrating? 5—Five minutes before exams. 6—Sh-h-h, here comes the librarian. 7—“Say, did you hear. . .” 8—“What’cha want, Buddy?” 9—Junior Luncheon Club. 10—Boy, that biology must be tough! 11—Chow line. 12—“Peck, peck, ring!” 4 25 Christmas Pageant The 1955 Christmas Pageant marked an even score of production for Mrs. Ethel Davies, author and director. Once again we enjoyed seeing an original interpretation of Christmas and its true spiritual meaning. This year we witnessed a very lovely presentation entitled The Builders. The annual Christmas Pageant has become a real and vital part of our school life. We shall always carry memories of it, and many times we will turn to it for inspiration. 26 Sophomores A good foundation is necessary in order for a structure to have firm footing. When a solid base is made, a contractor has something very substantial on which to build. It is in the sophomore year at Waynesboro High School that students acquire a rigid foundation in English grammar, mathematics, and other subjects. This grade, although it sometimes seems perhaps not quite as important as the upper grades, is necessary for progress during the Junior year. The Sophomores lay their first big blocks in “Building Toward the Summit”. !l 2? Sophomore Class Officers From Top Dixie Lee Herron. President Tom Rogers. Vice President Ann Paige Perdue. Secretary Bill Dulaney. Treasurer Sophomore Class History The good old school days again approached for the school year of 1955-56. The officers for the Sophomore class were chosen early, so everyone was prepared to use his best working abilities for making this, our Sophomore year, a very successful and happy one. We’ve shared our good times together and enjoyed every moment. Of course, we all shared the frightening experience of exam week. Then again, it really wasn’t as bad as we supposed because everyone seems to have pulled through all right. All of us have been looking forward to seeing the completion of the new build¬ ing ever since our Freshman year. Proudly we can look forward to having classes together in it. We, the Sophomores of Waynesboro High School, are anticipating our next two years, expectant of many happy days on our way to graduation. • • � 1 � • ' 1 { 28 Afi • Arey, Joe BSber, Katherine Bosserman, Jean Brooks C -) Ann Burns, Glenn Carey, Henry Cantwell, Barbara Carroll, Skipper Collier, Pat Connor Mances Cook, Sandra Cook, Carol Courtney, Peggy Crissman, Lowell Curry, Jr., Miriam Curry retta Daughtry, Richard Davis, Ray Diehl, Joyce Dodd, Linda Dolly, Billy Dulaney onnie Dunn, Jerry Dunn, Larry Ellinger, Ernest Erickson, Brenda Fitzgerald, Patsy Frasher argie Frazier, Barbara Freed, Mary Girard, Velma Grant, Gara Greef, Teddy Hamilton ' ' « 29 ) • M a T. ' jbv-C l 75 , rjS jjA 4 a dUvib Sophomores SjUJIJL XA yy JUJU. ' • By Rows From Top: Mary Harris, John Harner, Ellen Hickok, Glenn Hess III, Dixie Lee Herron, Marsha Herndon Carolyn Hensley, Sylvia Henkel, Shelvia Henderson, Jean Henderson, Carl Hausler, Bob Howard Blanche Hudson, Bob Hunt, Bill Jesser, Dorothy Johnson, Gayle Johnson, Alonzo Jones Shirley Jones, Penny Jordan, Joyce Key, Annie Knicely, Harold Landes, Peggy Landes Martha Lawhorne, Emily Lewis, Billy Louderback, Emily Madison, Malcolm McClung, Jackie McKemy Sara Swan McLaughlin, Glenn Miller, Peter Morin, Carolyn Moses, Buddy Padgett, Lucille Padgett s „ Sophomores J Y1 ' flCLAM tC UM. £V� -v (i . - - - omores By Rows From Top: Lucille Painter, Phyllis Palmer, Sadie Passero, Ann Paige Perdue, Ned Piedmont, Jo Ann Ponzillo, Bobby Poole Betty Potts, Duane Puckett, Jerry Reid, Jo Ann Reid, Ann Reilly, Tim Riddell, Bill Robertson Tom Rogers, Melvin Ryckman, Dreama Sandridge, Barbara Schwab, Betty Sensabaugh, Sylvester Shifflet, I auline Sharpe Betty Sipe, Bill Sipe, Henry Sipe, Jeannine Source, Juanita Stinespring, Jo Stover, Ann Tench Doug Terrell, Pat Thorne, John Traynham, Mary Truslow, Clement Waggy, Mary Sue Wayland, Ann Wells Gary West, Betty Wheatley, Gordon White, Patsy Woodward, Nancy Wright, Sandra Wright, Bob 1 e a rout umA- ' J 31 [ x % . nwmiiiiT r r i. Most Likely to Become an Upperclassman —Billy Jesser, Ann Paige Perdue. 2. Best Dancers Skip Collier, Linda Dolly. 3. Silliest Sophomores —Glenn Hess, Shelvia Henderson. 4. Most Athletic Billy Robertson, Barbara Schwab. 5. Neatest —Henry Cantwell, Ellen Hickok. 6. Cutest —Helen Alexion, Ned Piedmont. 7. Best Per¬ sonality —John Traynham, Sandra Wright. 8. Best All Around —Alonzo Jones, Ann Tench. Weekends i—“Ouch, my toe!” 2—Need a blanket? 3—“We got the pep!” 4—Come on team! 5—Sadie Hawkins. 6—Ray, rah Sluefoot! 7—Everybody yell! 8—Dream, dream, dream. 9—Pretty decorations, aren’t they? 10—Home-Coming. 11— “Where’s the ball?” 12—There’s nothing like a coke. i 33 } Fads and Fancies at Waynesboro High School ; I—Line up on Flat-Tops. 2—A Row of Ducks. 3—Bermudas can be Cool! 4, 5—Necks are V-this year. 6—Red jackets for cool cats! 7—Dancing in your socks. 8—Warm and pretty on a cool kitty. 9—Knee-high. 10—Buckles on beaus. Freshmen One prerequisite of the construction of a building is a site on which to locate it. The site must be fitting to the structure and to its purpose. This same set of principles applies to students’ first year at Waynesboro High School. During their first year Freshmen decide which courses they are going to take. They start thinking about their future vocation. These students also begin to become acclimated to their surroundings and to learn something of what is in store for them in high school. They are digging the hole for the found a¬ tion. The success of their high school career depends on whether these Freshmen can put themselves in a good position to begin “Building Toward the Summit”. { 35 } Freshman Class Officers From Top Tom Ellington. Pete Yearout. Sambra Neet . . , Fred Millhiser . . . .President Vice President . Secretary . . . . Treasurer Freshman Class History September is usually a month when the thought of going back to the old school grind is uppermost in our minds, but last September meant that we, the new freshmen of Waynesboro High School, would face the open doors for four years of learning. Opening day proved that this wasn’t an ordinary day. Under the watchful eyes of upperclassmen we became confused by bells, got in the wrong rooms, were late for classes, and tried to master the art of opening a stubborn locker. The lockers really had us confused, and many of us had to seek help from upperclassmen. At our first class meeting, we elected Tom Ellington as President; Pete Yearout as Vice President; Sambra Neet as Secretary; and Fred Millhiser as Treasurer. With the help of our sponsor, Mr. S. C. Callison, we planned a trip through one of Waynesboro’s industries. We also participated in other interesting activities. Although we were green at the first of the year, we have come a long way. We have grown older and wiser and now feel we are ready for the next three years. Freshmen Harold Aldhizer Brenda Anderson Valda Barger Patsy Barnes Jerry Beard Joe Berry Alex Bosserman Betty Boyd Rodney Bradt Bobby Brannon Denny Brooker Brenda Brooks Nancy Brydge Gloria Bryan Maureen Callahan Cole Campbell James Campbell Wayne Cash Ann Coiner Ben Cooper Bill Lee Claytor Martha Ann Craig James R. Crawford . Delores Daughtry James Davis Eugene Dickerson Donnie Dobbins Wayne Dove Ann Ellinger Tom Ellington Bobby Evers Samuel Fendley Peggy Fields Patricia Fisher Violet Fisher Marcy Fitch Tom Friel Jerry Furr Paul Gelsleichter Bonnie Kay Gilbert George Gillock Gary Givens Noble Goodloe Ann Gordon Catherine Gregory Jack Hagwood Jerry Hagwood Claudine Harlow Harry Harlow Freshmen Ronnie Harlow Mary Lou Harmon Jean Harmon Phillip Harman Larry Hamilton Fred Hassett Carleton Hawpe Bill Henderson Geraldine Hewitt Nancy House Lovell Hughson, Jr. Nancy Hulvey Ronald Hyman John Iseli Thomas Judy James Kanney Priscilla Kelly Brenda Kerby Mary Kerby Anita Kidd Pat Kirby Ronnie Knicely Leroy Kniskern Robert Kobus Lucy Lawler Jerry Layman Dabney Lipscomb Dickie Lipscomb Betty Livick Bill Livingston Betty Lacy Lyle Tom Madison Roger Maier William Maloney Jan Marion Ina Martin Pat Martin Ted Megginson Patsy Merica Kirk McAllister Michael McCartney Martha Miller Fred Millhiser Henry Mitchell Ann Mondell _ Samuel Moyer , Connie Murray � « jp George Myers 7 , ‘ Sambra Neet 4 38 ) Freshmen Ann Newnham Rodger Pannell Penny Pattie Nancy Price Janet Pugh Louis Rader Alice Rankin Shirley Rankin Peggy Rea Pat Reid Charles Reid Bonnie Rhodes Sue Robinson Jane Root Lois Royer Gene Ryckman , Doris Sandridge Donald Schmitt Susan Shackelford Gloria Sharpe George Short LaVonne Simmers Donnie Skillman Marjory Smith Beth Stover Boyd Switzer Faye Talley Clyde Thompson Judy Thompson Jerry Tisdale Charlotte Tomes Ronnie Via Geraldine Waggy Westford Warner Dawson Watkins John White Virginia Whitesel Nancy Wilbur Gaynelle Woolford Shelby Wood Charles Woodward William R. Wrenn Phyllis Wright Pete Yearout FRESHMAN CLASS MIRROR i. Best Dancers —Penny Pattie, Ronald Hyman. 2. Friendliest —Sambra Neet, Ben Cooper. 3. Cutest —Brenda Brooks, Ricky Millhiser. 4. Neatest —Betty Boyd, Dawson Watkins. 5. Most Likely to Become a Sophomore —Martha Ann Craig, Donald Schmitt. 6. Most Athletic —Tom Ellington, Brenda Kerby. 7. Best All Around —Ginny Whitesel, Pete Yearout. Organizations Projects are completed with less time and effort when several persons work together. The addition could not have been constructed in so short a time with such preciseness in design if the cooperation of the men on the job had not been utilized effectively. The same is also true of the many fine organizations which exist throughout the high school. Each of these organizations has a purpose in which the members of the organization firmly believe. The success of the organizations is largely due to the unity of purpose in the minds of the members, which helps them to work well together for their common cause. First Row, Left to Right: Catherine Daniel (Photography Editor), Beverly Wilcox (Snapshot Editor), Bob Whitesel {Editor), Catherine Marshall (Assistant Editor), Susan Ritchie {Business Manager), Jack Womeldorf (Junior Class Editor), Dixie Lee Herron (Sophomore Class Editor), Virginia Whitesel (Freshman Class Editor) Second Row: Miss Wise (Adviser), Sallie Hickok (Circulation Manager), Sybil Smith (Typist), Ann Mac Eggleston (Club Editor), Bill Evers (Boys’ Sports Editor), Frances Moyer (Girls’ Sports Editor), and Sandra Wright (Art Editor) Absent When Picture was Taken: Ann Bosserman (Senior Class Editor) Skyline Staff The members of the staff of the 1956 Skyline are a group of hard-working individuals who have spent their time since early last fall until now without stinting in order to give to you, the students of Waynesboro High School, a fine annual. It goes without saying that these students should receive special recognition as a reward for their efforts. The staff is also indebted to the News-Firginian for the use of some of their fine photographs in the annual. Although there were times when the deadlines, the page problems, and other monumental crises arose, and it looked as if the whole undertaking was running amuck, the fine spirit of originality and tenacity of purpose of the individuals has pulled them over the rough spots to the completion of the task—1956 Skyline. { 42 F Student Cooperative Association The Student Council is the governing body of the school. The student body is represented in the Council by two students from each homeroom. The Council is made up of three major working committees: the honor committee, the building and grounds committee, and the social committee. The standing objective of the Council is to work closely with the faculty to bring about a better understanding between faculty, students, and parents. First Row, Left to Right: Ann Newnham, Martha Craig, Catherine Marshall ( Ex-Officio Member), John Jones {Vice President), Pat Critzer ( President ), Susan Ritchie {Secretary ), Ann Tench {Treas¬ urer), George llausler {Parliamentarian ), Jack Womeldorf {Chaplain), Esther Maloney Second Row: Bonnie Ray Gilbert, Jackie Mchemy, Jeannine Sorce, Lucille Painter, Judy Givens, Tommy Ellington, Gordon White, Fred Millhiser, Johnny Szvink, Wayne Lilley, David Humphries, Mr. Howell Gruver {Sponsor) Third Row: Ernie Erickson Absent When Picture Was Taken: Mac McClung {Sergeant-at-Arms) 43 First Row, Left to Right: Beverly Wilcox, Betsy Harman, Nancy Wright, Dorothy Johnson, Pat Connor, Linda Dolly Second Row: Carolyn Piedmont, Peggy Fields, Ann Mac Eggleston, Mike McCartney, Bill Evers, Jackie McKemy Third Row: Betty Sipe, Susan Shackelford, Loretta Daughtery, Sallie Hickok {Assistant Editor), Susan Ritchie {Editor), Joyce Key Absent When Picture Was Taken: Malcolm McClung, Ronnie Via, George Gillock, Alex Bosserman, Jane Root, Frances Jones, Ann Bosserman, Pat Critzer, Bob Whitesel, Mrs. Mary Bear, and Mrs. Betty Gentry {Advisers) Gold and Purple Staff The staff of the school newspaper, the Gold and Purple , has worked very hard this year to produce eight issues of its publication for the students. When the work was started in the fall of the year, the staff knew little about the operation of a student paper. It learned by experience; it profited from mis¬ takes. A staff can be divided into two important sections . The reporters write the news and give it to the editorial staff, which edits the material and puts the finish¬ ing touches on the final publication. Each group is dependent upon the other for an interesting and satisfying paper. From its work together the staff of the Gold and Purple has learned the mean¬ ing of cooperation in its fullest sense and the importance of looking at all things with an unbiased perspective. t First Row, Front to Back: Brenda Seiger, Beverly Wilcox, Miss Corbin (Sponsor), Wayne Larsen, Pat Evans, Sara Furr, Judy Givens, Mary T. Lipscomb, Catherine Marshall, Ann Eggleston, Betsy Harman, Sybil Smith, Judy Lewis, Jackie Lough, and Helen Thompkins Second Row: Catherine Daniel, Linda Kennedy, and Nancy Crickenberger Third Row: Frances Jones (Secretary- Treasurer), Helen Murray, and Dorothy Moyers Fourth Row: George Dick (President), Linda Schneider, and Faye Irvine Fifth Row: Bob Whitesel (Vice President), Gayle Fitzgerald, Mary Livingston, Delois Wescott Sixth Row: Dorman Wyant, Jack Womel- dorf, Susan Ritchie, Naomi Hubbard, Wayne Lilley, Gene Johnson, John Jones, Bill Evers, Bill Brooker, Eddie Hammer, Douglas Grant, Dice Hammer, Bob Hyman, Mary Phillips, Carol Olsen, and Dreama Kennedy. Beta Club Through the years the National Beta Club of America has been considered one of the finest organized groups in the high schools. Here at Waynesboro High the Beta Club has always had a good standing, and this year is no exception. The members of the Beta Club are among the best students in the school because entrance is based on the scholastic standings of each individual’s grades through school. This year the Beta Club has been very active. It has had service and money projects. The Beta Club of Waynesboro High has been as fine a club as any through¬ out the school. Key Club First Row, Left to Right: John Jones ( President ), Bill Evers {Secretary), Bill Brooker (Vice President), Wayne Lilley, and Wade Hickam Second Row: Norman Farrar Third Row: Dale Phillips Fourth Row: Billy Jesser {Chaplain), David Humph¬ ries, Dorman Wyant {Treas¬ urer), Jim Alexion, and Ned Piedmont Fifth Row: Douglas Grant Sixth Row: Gene Johnson Seventh Row: Dennis Dunn Eighth Row: Neil Knicely Ninth Row: John Traynham Tenth Row: Bobby Gordon, Dickie Johnson, Bill Robert¬ son, Jack Womeldorf, and Bill Lyle Eleventh Row: Bob Whitesel, Bob Hyman, John Davis, Mr. Callison {Sponsor), Alonzo Jones, and Don Glenn Absent When Picture Was Taken: Bob Dedrick {Ser¬ ge ant-at-Arms) Science Club First Row, Left to Right: Mr. Willis {Sponsor), Bob Whitesel, George Hausler, Jack Womeldorf, Ann Eggleston {Secretary-Treasurer), Catherine Marshall {President), Sara Furr, Linda Kennedy, Nancy Wright, and Wayne Lilley Second Row: Dorman ' Wyant {not a member of club), Eddie Hammer, Bobby Gordon {not a member of club), Bob Hyman, Bill Lyle, Wayne Larsen, Norman Farrar {not a member of club), Douglas Grant {Sergeant-at-Arms), Bill Brooker, Frances Moyer, Bill Evers, Donna Ramsey, Bobby Dedrick {Vice President), Beverly Wilcox, Jo Anna Wade, Brenda Seiger, Naomi Hubbard, Dale Phillips and Jay Brown 4 46 }£■ First Row, Left to Right: Sue Shropshire ( Secretary), Esther Maloney {President ), Mrs. Craun {Sponsor ) Second Row: Betty Sipe, Mary Lotts ( Historian), Pat Rusmisel {Treasurer), Gayle Fitzgerald {Reporter), Dorothy Moyers, Jo Ann Simerson Third Row: Hansford Deihl {Parliamentarian), Denny Quillen {Pice President), Sallie Brydge, Frances Cook ' iyl . � d Future Business Leaders of America The FBLA is a national organization for all business education pupils who show a superior record of willingness to cooperate, eagerness to work, and eager¬ ness to be of service to the organization, the school, and the community. The purposes of the club are: 1. To help members become better qualified in the office skills. 2. To stress such qualities as promptness, alertness and dependability. 3. To learn the local business practices and needs so that th e group may fulfill them and become business leaders in the community. 4. To improve personality in one’s life work. 4 47 }s - i Alpha Tri-Hi-Y First Row, Left to Right: Catherine Daniel, Mary Lou Harmon ( Treasurer ), Jackie Lough {Presi¬ dent ), Jo Anna Wade {First Vice President) Second Row: Patricia Martin, Naomi Hubbard, Jackie Brammel {Sergeant - at - Arms), Beth Stover, Maureen Callahan Third Row: Penny Pattie {Second Vice President), Dabney Lipscomb {Chaplain), Brenda Kay Anderson {Secretary) Fourth Row: Bonnie Kay Gilbert, Susan Shackelford, Kirk McAllister, Marcy Fitch Fifth Row: Ann Mondell, Brenda Brooks, Betty Lacy Lyle, Nancy Bridge Sixth Row: Miss Janet Knicely {Sponsor) Absent When Picture was Taken: Judy Farrar {Reporter) Gamma Tri-Hi-Y First Row, Left to Right: Mary Girard {First Vice President), Nancy Wright {Secretary), Sandra Wright {President), Sandra Cook {Second Vice President), Ann Paige Perdue {Treasurer) Second Row: Betty Sipe, Sylvia Henkel, Ann Burns, Frances Cook Third Row: Miriam Curry, Betty Potts {Chaplain), Carolyn Hensley, Carolyn Moses Fourth Row: Patsy Woodward, Pat Connor, Helen Alexion, Mary Sue Wayland Fifth Row: Barbara Freed {His¬ torian), Patsy Frasher, Marsha Herndon, Jeannine Sorce Sixth Row: Sadie Passero, Jo Stover, Barbara Schwab, Velma Grant Seventh Row: Joyce Key Alpha Hi-Y First Row, Left to Right: Jay Brown ( Secretary), Gordon White ( Treasurer), Bob Whitesel ( Presi¬ dent), Henry Sipe, Norman Farrar Second Row: Dave Slater, Jimmy Balsley, Ernie Erickson, Johnny Swink, Warren Coleman Third Row: Billy Jesser (Vice President), Joe Baber, Alike Wood, Jerry Reid Fourth Row: Bob Yearout, Tommy Wright, Bob lliserman. Bob Dedrick, Dennis Dunn Delta Hi-Y First Row, Left to Right: Jackie Hagwood, Dickie Lipscomb ( Treasurer), Butch Berry ( Secretary), Ronnie Knicely ( President), Lovell Hughson (Vice President), Gary Givens, Pete Yearout Second Row: Cole Campbell, Ronnie Harlow, Jan Marion, Freddy Hassett, Ronald flyman, Sammy Bridgeforth, Sam Moyer, Glenn Fagg Third Row: Mr. Tolley {Sponsor), Tommy Ellington, Tommy Martin, Bobby Evers, Paul Gelsleichter, Billy Henderson, James Wilson ■4 49 junior Latin Club First Row, Front to Back: Donald Schmitt, Patty Kirby, Ann Gordon, Marjory Smith, Susan Shackelford, Brenda Kerby, Lucy Lawler, Betty Boyd, Noble Goodloe, Tommy Judy, LeRoy Kniskern, Ben Cooper, Louis Rader, Larry Hamilton, Bill Living¬ ston, Jimmy Davis, Eddie Hammer, Butch Aldhizer, Jerry Layman, Dice Hammer, Carleton Llawpe, Roger Maier, George Gillock, Paul Gels- leichter, Phillip Harman, Bobby Brannon, John White Second Row: Ann Newnham, Lois Royer Third Row: Valda Barger (Presi¬ dent), Martha Miller Fourth Row: Virginia Whitesel ( Secretary), Jane Root Fifth Row: Ricky Millhiser (Treas¬ urer), Nancy House Sixth Row: Ned Piedmont (Vice President), Martha Craig, Ronnie Via Seventh Row: Nancy Wilbur, Alex Bosserman, Mrs. Wood (Sponsor) Eighth Row: Phyllis Wright, West- ford Warner Senior Latin Club Follow the C Starting at the Bottom: Henry Cantwell, Tom Rogers, Teddy Hamilton, John Traynham Billy Jesser, Peter Morin, Alonzo Jones, Bobby Year- out, Patsy Woodward, Barbara Schwab, Marsha Herndon, Jeannine Sorce, Sylvia Henkel, Linda Dolly, Joyce Dodd, Jackie McKemy, Ellen Hickok, Ann Paige Perdue, Sara McLaughlin, Helen Alexion, Carolyn Hensley, Billy Dulaney, Jack Womeldorf, Ann Wells (President), Ann Reilly (Secretary), Jo Ann Ponzillo (Treasurer), Mary Girard (Vice President),Betty Potts, Barbara Freed, Sandra Cook, Miriam Curry, Mrs. Wood (Sponsor) $ 50 fa e Amici Latin Club From Left to Right Around the A: Mary Livingston, Catherine Marshall, Sybil Smith, Judy Givens, Uona Muse, Judy Lewis (President ), Warren Coleman (Treasurer), Randy Payne, Bob Dedrick John Jones Jackie Lough, Mary Phillips, Gayle Fitzgerald (Vice President), Helen Murray, Larolyn Piedmont (Secretary ) Those in Cross Bar: Mrs. Wood (Sponsor), Mary T. Lipscomb, and Betsy Harman Les Joyeux Confreres Seated, From Left to Right: Ann Eggleston (Historian), Jay Brown, Sybil Smith, Judy Lewis (Treas¬ urer), Bobby Hiserman, Ruth Ann Harmon, Mary Livingston, and Betsy Harman Standing: Beverly Wilcox, Sandra Wright, Carolyn Piedmont (Vice President), Pat Critzer (President), Mr. Forbes (Sponsor), Fred Kobus, Carl Hausler, and Sallie Hickok (Secretary and Reporter) 51 } Boys’ W” Club First Row, Left to Right: Bill Brooker, Bill Robertson (President), Neil Knicely (Secretary-Treasurer), Dale Phillips (Tice President), Bob Poole, Norman Farrar Second Row: Johnny Swink, Allen McDaniel, Nicky Marion, Ronnie Terrell, Wayne Lilley, Bill Evers Third Row: Bobby Yearout , Bob Hiserman, Dorman IVyant, and John Jones Fourth Row: Steve Rowe, Jimmy Alexion, Ronnie knicely First Row, Left to Right: Shelvia Henderson (Sergeant-at-Arms), Jackie Bramel Second Row: Frances Moyer, Jo Anna Wade (Tice President), Myrtle Snead (Secretary-Treasurer), Barbara Kidd Third Row: Brenda Seiger, Dixie Herron, Jeanne Tisdale (President), Sandra Wright, Barbara Schwab Fourth Row: Helen Alexion, Gloria Muse, Mrs. Stanley (Sponsor), Catherine Marshall 52 Girls’ W” Club I Distributive Education First Row, Left to Right: Hazel Dove, Mary Lotts, Pat Critzer Second Row: Barbara Dulaney ( Secretary-Treasurer), Peyton Frye, Mr. Tolley ( Sponsor ) Third Row: Warren Grant {President), John Barr, Winston Hoy Diversified Occupations First Row, Left to Right: Jimmy Carper {Reporter), Wray Parrish {Vice President), Nyal Cromer Second Row: David Henderson, Andy McMillan {President), Mr. Tolley {Sponsor) Absent When Picture Was Taken: Gordon Sours {Secretary-Treasurer) Safety Patrol Follow S, From Bottom: Andy McMillan (Secretary-Treasurer), Steve Rowe, Jan Marion, Heinie White, Mr. Pidcock (Sponsor), Dave Slater (Vice President), Ronnie Terrell, Tommy Wright, Mike Wood, Doug Terrell, Monty Copper, Dan Rutledge, Gene Kline, Mac McClung, James Kanney Absent When Picture Was Taken: Winston Hoy (President) Thespian Society First Row, Left to Right: Pennie Pattie, Charlotte Tomes, Betsy Harman (Secretary), Ann Mac Eggleston (President), Carol Olsen (Second Vice President), Mary Livingston, Phyllis Palmer (First Vice President), Shelvia Henderson Second Row: Susan Ritchie, Betty Lacy Lyle, Ann Mondell, Ann Tench (Treasurer), Brenda Brooks, Ruth Ann Harmon, Helen Murray, Linda Schneider Third Row: Sallie Hickok, Dawson Watkins, LeRoy Kniskern, Roger Maier, Warren Coleman, Denny Brooker, Bobby Evers, Nancy Brydge Social Committee Left to Right: Mr. Downey, Gordon White, Rodney Bradt, Mrs. Wood, Jeannine Sorce, Ernest Erickson Guidance Committee First Row, Left to Right: Mr. Quentin Pidcock,Mr. Arthur Willis, Mrs. Ethel Davies, Mrs. Gladys Wood Second Row: Mr. J. L. Johnson, Mr. Charles Tolley $ 55 F. H. A. First Row, Left to Right: Dabney Lipscomb , Annie Nicely, Miss Miller (Sponsor), Dorothy Johnson, Barbara Dulaney ( President ), Paige Brower ( Treasurer), Dreama Sandridge, Judy Thompson, Nancy Price Second Row: Katherine Bosserman (Secretary ), Jo Ann Reid, Mary Alice Truslow, Shirley Arey, Peggy Landes, Nancy Crickenberger, Doris Sandridge, Pat Thorne, Jean Brooks, Geraldine Waggy, Shirley Rankin, Peggy Fields, Charlotte Tomes (Chaplain) Absent When Picture Was Taken: Mary Tresler (Vice President), Dreama Fitzgerald (Reporter) Library Assistants First Row, Left to Right: Mrs. Browder (Sponsor), Loretta Daughtery (Pice President), Glenna Dunn (President), Carol Lee Courtney (Secretary-Treasurer), Shirley Jones Second Row: Geraldine Waggy, Judy Thompson, Jean Allen, Patsy Merica, Mary Lou Harmon, Gloria Bryant, Pat Reid, Pauline Sharpe Third Row: Paige Brower, Jean Harmon, Lucille Painter, Valda Barger (Chaplain), Nancy Wilbur, . Connie Murray, Shirley Rankin, Peggy Rea, LaVonne Simmers Absent When Picture Was Taken: Hazel Dove 56 fa sU uJe) CS . A f Majorettes Left to Right: Patsy F rasher , Virginia Whites el , Judy T.i hrrnmh l rim a (lrn nt h yyiil ) f fvni c T ' tinw w ' ' 4 .Wt - 1 ‘J. V; A Cheer Leaders (V I Lef t to Right: Ellen Hickok , Penny Paltie, Catherine Marshall (Head Cheer Leader ), Nancy Brydge, Lvnda Kennedy, Ann Newnham - . i N ■ V v nf ■ ' 4 57 } ■ i i Choral Club First Row: Miss Jeanne Meredith (Director) Second Row, Left to Right: Jane Root , Bonnie Kay Gilbert, Peggy Roadcap, Ann Burns, Beth Stover, alda Barger, Judy Lewis, GUnna Dunn, Naomi Hubbard, Penny Jordan, Phyllis Palmer Third Row: Lucille Padgett, Juanita Stinespring, Gayle Johnson, Brenda Kay Anderson, Martha Ann Miller, Faye Ervin, Barbara Dulaney, Susan Shackelford, Dabney Lipscomb, Carol Olsen (Presi¬ dent), Loretta Daughtery, Peggy Crissman (Pice President), Barbara-Carroll Fourth Row: Joyce Dodd, Betty Wheatley, Paige Brower , Betty Sipe, Joyce Key, Billy Louderback, Jerry Johnson, Buddy Padgett, Lois Royer, Linda Kennedy Fifth Row: Rodney Bradt ((Secretary), Charles Reid, Warren Coleman, Bobby Hiserman, Don Glenn, Bob Dedrick, Bob JVhitesel, Ronald Ilyman Absent When Picture Was Taken: Linda Dolly and Sylvia Henkel Waynesboro High School Band Athletics One section of the addition houses the new gymnasium. The teamwork that went into the construction of the new gym is symbolic of the good sports¬ manship and team loyalty possessed by each member of Waynesboro High School’s athletic teams. A winning team is rarely found that does not have good sportsman¬ ship and team loyalty in abundance among its players. A spectator at any athletic contest in which students from Waynesboro High School compete can readily see that the Little Giants and the Little Amazons are shining examples of this quality of a winning team. 4 59 First Row, Left to Right: Wayne Lilley , Bobby Poole, Ronnie Terrell, Ronnie Knicely, Glenn Fagg, Doug Terrell, Gene Dickerson, Glenn Johnson, Dorman Wyant Second Row: Dale Phillips, Nicky Marion, Steve Rowe, Neil knicely, Billy Evers, Bobby Yearout, Mel Ryckman, Henry Sipe, Jim Kite, Dick Little Third Row: Dick Davis, John Traynham, Ernie Erickson, Billy Lyle, Tom Rogers, Malcolm McClung, Jim Miller, John Jones, Mr. Leslie {Coach), Mr. Gr uver {Coach), Mr. Safko {Coach) Fourth Row: Dave Slater {Manager), Gary West {Manager), Tommy Madison, Monty Copper, Rudolph Zimmerman, Billy Brooker, Dickie Lipscomb, Billy Robertson, John Davis, Dickie Woodward Varsity Football Squad 1955 SCHEDULE September 16—Waynesboro. .21—Montevideo. ... 7 September 23—Waynesboro. . 7—Harrisonburg. • • -33 September 30—Waynesboro. . 6 -Clifton Forge. . . . 21 October 7—Waynesboro. .13—Wilson Memorial. ... 6 October 14—Waynesboro. . 7—Staunton. . . . 12 October 21—Waynesboro. . 0—Buena Vista. ...6 October 28—Waynesboro. . 7—Lexington. ■■■47 November 4—Waynesboro. .20—Central (of Low Moor).... ... 6 November 11—Waynesboro. . 0—Natural Bridge. . . .27 November 18—Waynesboro. .19—Lane (of Charlottesville). . . . . 26 Although the Little Giants won only three games and lost seven for the season, they never gave up their fighting spirit. Injuries hurt the team after the second game, and a player was hurt in each of the remaining games. The Little Giants should go a long way toward the District V Championship next year, since they will have another year of experience behind them, and all of the lettermen will return except three. { so ]a� First Row, Left to Right: Pat Grant, Pete Yearout, Tracy Hunter, Denny Brooker, Jerry Tisdale, Howard klutz, Jerry Beard, Mac Craig Second Row: Ben Cooper, Walter Noell, Tom Ellington, Lovell Ilughson, Wayne Cash, Gene Ryckrnan, Rodney Bradt, Donnie Dobbins Third Row: Coach Downey, Alec Bosserman, Gene Shiflet, Melvin Talley, Bobby Howard, Phil Harman, Sam Saunders Fourth Row: Gordon Davis {Manager), Skip Collier, John White, Dewitt Hutchinson, Alonzo Jones, James Roberts, Clyde Reed Junior Varsity Football Squad 1955 SCHEDULE September 20—Waynesboro. . 7—Nelson County High. . . . . 0 September 27—Waynesboro. . 6—Miller School. .... 6 October 4—Waynesboro. . 33 —V. S. D. B. . . . . 0 October 11—Waynesboro. .41—Wilson Memorial. .... 12 October 17—Waynesboro. .28—Staunton. .... 6 October 24—Waynesboro. .20—Wilson Alemorial. .... 6 October 31—Waynesboro. .27—V. S. D. B. . . . . 0 The Baby Giants went through the 1955 season with only one tie to mar their undefeated record. Since most of these boys will be back next year, the team should improve greatly. { Gl }; First Row, Left to Right: Jackie Brarnel (Right Inner), Frances Moyer (Center Halfback), Helen Alexion (Right Halfback), Connie Ilanney (Left Fullback), Jeanne Tisdale (Left Halfback), Myrtle Snead (Left Wing) Second Row: Brenda Seiger {Manager), Shelvia Henderson (Goalie), Barbara Kidd (Center Forward), Jo Anna Wade ' (Right Fullback), Barbara Schwab (Left Inner), Sandra Wright (Right Inner), Dixie Herron ( Substitute ), Barbara Carroll (Substitute), Mrs. Stanley (Coach), Nancy Wright (Manager) Varsity Hockey Team 1955 SCHEDULE October i 2—Waynesboro. . 2— -Bridgewater. . 0 October 14—Waynesboro. . 0— -St. Anne’s. . 1 October 20—Waynesboro. . 3 - -Harrisonburg. . 1 October 26—Waynesboro. . 2— -Bridgewater. . 1 November 1—Waynesboro. . 4 - -Fairfax Hall. . 1 November 8—Waynesboro. . I— -Fairfax Hall. . 1 As you can see from the above schedule, the Little Amazons completed their hockey season with great success. Frances Moyer and Barbara Kidd were the co-captains. 4 62 Front Row, Left to Right: Patsy Woodward., Marsha Herndon, J ' elma Grant, Brenda Kirby, Virginia Whitesel, Dreama Sandridge, Patsy Frasher, Ann Paige Perdue, Mrs. Stanley (Coach) Second Row: Sandra Cook, Barbara Freed, Betty Potts, Phyllis Wright, Jo Stover, Deanna Fitzgerald Brenda Fitzgerald, Nancy Wright Junior Varsity Hockey Team Although the J. V. hockey team participated in only three of the six scheduled games, they played Harrisonburg once and Fairfax Hall twice, winning two and tying one. Co-captains for this season were Dreama Sandridge and Dixie Herron. 63 First Row, Left to Right: Neil Knicely, Wade Ilickam, Wayne Larsen, Tommy Wright, Jimmy Alexion Second Row: John Jones, Dickie Johnson, Mike Wood, Bill Robertson, Bill Brooker, Air. Downey {Coach) Boys’ Varsity Basketball Team 1. Neil Knicely —Center—Although smaller than any pivot man in the District, Neil was one of the District’s top scorers. 2. Wade Hickam —Guard—Wade is a good ball handler and capable of adding scoring punch. He has shown much improvement. 3. Wayne Larsen —Forward—Wayne possesses a good jump shot and has good basketball qualities. 4. Tommy Wright —Guard—Tommy is an established ball handler and possesses great determination and hustle. 5. Jimmy Alexion —Guard—Playmaker on team, Jimmy is a good ball handler and can score readily. He has good determination. 6. John Jones —Forward—John has shown great improvement and with his height will help the team anytime. 7. Dickie Johnson— Center — Dickie is a well-rounded ball player and has shown good abilities on the court. 8. Mike Wood— Forward — Mike is a great hustler an! shows ability in rebounding ani shooting- Mike is knawn for his aggressiveness. 9. Billy Robertson— Forward—Billy’s height helped greatly in rebounding power and all-around play. Billy usually plays a steady game. 10. Billy Brooker —Guard—Billy can play any position with almost equal skill. One of the District’s leading scorers, he has good ball-handling tactics. All these boys will be back next year. 11. Mr. Downey— Coach. Absent when picture was taken: Ronnie Kniceley — Manager. The Little Giants goy off to a very good start this year and carried the usual tradition of having a good record at the end of the season. The 1955-56 team was one of the highest scoring t eams in Little Giant history. Although they lost some close games, they always fought for every point they got and never said “die.” With all returning lettermen and a new gym to play in, the Little Giants could very possibly win the State Tournament next year. ■Cf 6 4 First Row, Left to Right: Gene Dickerson, Lovell Ilughson, Ned Piedmont, Bobby Hyman, Ronnie Via, Walter Noell, and Ronnie Knicely Second Row: John Traynham, George Gillock, Tommy Madison, Alonzo Jones, Bobby Howard, Henry Cantwell, Tommy Ellington and Howell Gruver (Coach) Absent when picture was taken: Ronald Harris Boys’ Junior Varsity Basketball Team The Junior Varsity team also had a fine record this year. They lost only a couple of close games. With very good height the “Baby Giants” always played a good offensive and defensive game. Some of these boys will help the Varsity next year. 4 65 }• First Row, Left to Right: Jackie Bramel, Velma Grant, Coach Stanley, Frances Moyer, Gloria Muse Second Row: Jo Anna Wade, Barbara Schwab, Nancy Wright, Brenda Seiger, Myrtle Snead Girls’ Varsity Basketball Team 1. Jackie Bramel —Guard—As a ball handler, her outlooks are good. 2. Velma Grant —Guard—Velma’s excessive vitality is welcomed on the varsity squad. 3. Mrs. Stanley —Coach. 4. Frances Moyer —Forward—Franny’s versatility will help to spark the team. 5. Gloria Muse —Forward—Her accurate eye for the basket is depended upon by her teammates. 6. Joanne Wade —Forward—Her teamwork and ability will assure us of many wins. 7. Barbara Schwab— Forward — Her height will be to the team’s advantage. 8. Nancy Wright —Manager—The entire team would like to express their gratitude for her wonder¬ ful help. 9. Brenda Seiger —Guard—Another assent will be Brenda’s height and quickness. 10. Myrtle Snead —Forward—Myrtle’s fast break has and will continue to aid our squad. Absent from Picture: Jeannine Sorce —Guard—A newcomer whose talents will be widely used in the future. Barbara Kidd —Guard—The Little Amazons will profit by her speed and quick thinking. 4 . 66 ft- Front Row., Left to Right: Jeanne Tisdale {Forward), Carolyn Piedmont {Forward.), Dixie Herron {Forward), Mrs. Stanley {Coach), Jo Ann Simerson {Forward), Jeannine Sorce {Guard), Jackie McKemy {Guard) Second Row: Lucille Padgett {Forward), Brenda Kerby {Guard), Noble Goodloe {Guard), Dreama Sand- ridge {Guard), Emily Lewis {Guard), Sandra IVright {Forward) Girls’ Junior Varsity Basketball Team The Baby Amazons had seven scheduled games as follows: Harrisonburg, St. Anne’s, Fairfax Hall, and Broadway. They played each team twice with the exception of St. Anne’s. We wish the team and the coach all the success in the following years. 4 67 Sports Action i—Dale Phillips (17), Billy Evers (15), Steve Rowe (41), Neil Knicely (13), Dorman Wyant (11), and Jim Kite (36) run a play against Wilson. 2—John Jones (right) and Wayne Larsen (center) warm up before a game. 3—Nicky Marion (38) catches Waynesboro pass, while Dale Phillips (17) and Ronnie Terrell (12) run interference. 4—Billy Brooker and John Jones (left) watch as Neil Knicely (13) gets jump against Natural Bridge. 5—Mr. Safko (coach), Sam Moyer (leaning against bag), Bobby Poole (without shirt), Gary West (right), and Johnny Iseli work out in summertime practice. 6—Alonzo Jones (n), John Traynham (27), and Bobby Howard (7) look for rebound during a J. V. game. 7—Billy Robertson (13) shoots while John Jones (5), Billy Brooker (far left), and Jimmy Alexion (far right) ' rush in for rebound. 8—Neil Knicely (13), Billy Brooker (16), Tommy Wright (15), and Jimmy Alexion (shooting) in Buena Vista game. 9—Nicky Marion (38), Billy Robertson (40), and Rudolph Zimmerman (39) chase after a pass defense. 10—John Traynham (27) passes ball off, while Tommy Madison (12), Bobby Hyman (10), and Bobby Howard (7) defend. 4 1 h First Row, Left to Right: Ann Newnham, Sadie Passero, Carolyn Hensley , Helen Alexion (Co-Presi¬ dent), Dabney Lipscomb, Nancy IVright, Sara Swan McLaughlin, Nancy IVilbur, Betty Potts, Ann Paige Perdue, Mary Girard, Barbara Freed, Carolyn Piedmont Second Row: l irginia Whites el, Linda Kennedy, Ellen llickok, Loretta Daughtry, Frances Cook, Pat Connor, Carolyn Moses, Susan Shackelford, Jo Ann Ponzillo, Jackie McKemy, Jeannie Sorce, Marsha Herndon, Emily Lewis Third Row: Jean Hill, Jo Ann Simerson, Ann Coiner, Dorothy Johnson, Patsy Frasher, Sandra Cook, Jo Stover, Sallie Hickok ( Co-President ), Betsy Harman, Judy Givens, Mary Taylor Lipscomb, Ann Mac Eggleston, Jackie Lough, Beverly Wilcox Fourth Row: Lucille Painter, Sallie Brydge, Phyllis Wright, Dixie Herron, Pennie Pattie, Shelvia Henderson, Kirk McAllister, Joyce Key, Rosa Lee Pugh, Sambra Neet, Ellen Rhodes, Marcy Fitch, Barbara Schwab, Sandra Wright, Ann Reilly, Linda Dolly, Ann Wells, Sylvia Henkel, Cara Greef, Ann Burns, Mary Sue Wayland, Peggy Rea, Catherine Marshall, Velma Grant, Ronald Hyman Pep Club During the fall of 1955 a group of students at W. H. S. decided to form a club with the purpose of promoting school spirit. Helen Alexion and Sallie Hicok were designated as co-presidents. Most members of the club sat together at foot¬ ball games while a few others sold gold and purple crepe paper shakers. Some of the members decorated the goal posts, and still others put up signs and posters on the store windows downtown. This group of young people helped the cheer¬ leaders by supporting their teams with spirit and pep. 4 69 p.d. ' • ' • • . pts i ■ •1 ' .y L, a . .. • r Tx. ' ll tt � 4 . dcr y ' J rf , : Jj c Autographs Ol y . by r L y - f t£ , . _ - ' tj Or : ‘ -O ' J - Cu -toJujrj t • iv • 1 4 ' -i jLjL. , KJUj 7 I T SjateT UOOL IO 20 30