West Mecklenburg High School - Tomahawk Yearbook (Charlotte, NC)

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Students’ tardies rise as school opens at 7:30 a.m. ABOVE: Alison Smith paints signs after school to help boost school spirit for homecoming. RIGHT: During an exciting baseball game, 2 student rests his tired feet, waiting for the final out. A change in the students’ routine was effected by the re-scheduling of classes to begin at 7:30 a.m., an hour earlier than in years past. This resulted in increased tardies in first-period classes until students became accustomed to the new schedule. Although many grumbled about getting up before sunrise to come to school, most liked being dismissed at 2:10 each after- noon. After becoming accustomed to the new routine; studies; and, in many instances, different surroundings, the student body settled down for another year of learning and participation. Student life involved more than the special events — homecoming, pep rallies, music programs, and the Junior-Senior Prom. It includ- ed meeting friends in the hall, participating in sports, joining clubs, and helping on committees. Each day repeated the routine of students’ attending classes and rushing to the cafeteria for lunch. The fa- miliar sounds included “May | have your attention, please” and “Pardon this interruption” over the inter- com or the three rings of the bell for Mr. Ralph Line- berger to report to the office. Progress for the school year did not get under way until late in November when the first Executive Council meeting was held. or. PS eS i on 5. pe LE EDL ELIE eee Pa EEL wea - a eRe ese i nee,

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BELOW LEFT: During a break at home- coming practice, football sponsors and their escorts relax. BELOW: Barry Sullivan listens closely in Mrs, Cheryl Pappas’ Spanish class for instructions.

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Indians saturate season in sweat, tears, triumphs Spring sports proved most successful for the Indians. Bright spots were numerous as the season got under way. Following hard fought games, the varsity baseball team finished in a tie for third place in the state 4-A playoffs. The Jayvee baseball team won its second con- secutive city championship, posting the best record in the history of the school. Completing their season with four first place wins, the cross country team had three runners — Ronald Caton, John Day, and Randy Prunty — who made the all conference squad. Randy later competed in the state finals. With the arrival of fall came a complete change. Triumphs turned into defeats, jubilation became sor- row, and laughs reverted to tears as the varsity football team suffered through its worst season in nine years. Players showed their dedication through grueling hours of practice but fell short of their goal to win, posting a disappointing 1-8-1 record. Inexperienced in high school football, the Jayvees also had a frustrating season. In basketball the transfer of former Ram stando ut Donnie Lanier to West and three returning varsity players, had Coach Morgan Walker looking forward to his best season in several years. ABOVE LEFT: Julie Easterling prepares to throw shot- put as members of the track team look on. ABOVE: With two strikes and a full count, Denny Cashion shows disbelief at the call of a strike.