Westlake High School - Ram Ler Yearbook (Westlake, LA)

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BOYS’ AND GIRLS’ STATE This year, Westlake High School sent two junior girls and three junior boys to the Louisiana Pelican Boys' and Girls' State Convention in Baton Rouge on August 5-12 for Girts’ State and August 6-13 for Boys' State. Among those attending were Jimmy Ashworth, Jeanelle Fontenot, Kevin Banks, Ron Babineaux, and Julie LeBert. When asked about their experience s in attending Boys ’ and Girls ’ State, Jeanelle Fontenot and Ron Babineaux submitted their thoughts. Jeanelle commented, The thing I learned most while at Girls’ State was how important it was to work together in order to get something accomplished. It reminded me of the quote, ’Together we stand, divided we fall. Ron stated. Attending Boys State was one of the most exciting and rewarding experiences. I received a first hand look at our system of state government and learned how it operates. I considered Boys ’ State to be a challenge My only regret is that I will not be able to go again. Academics 21

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PROM ’88: THE WAY This year’s prom theme was “The Way We Were, ” but things weren't actually the way they always were since WHS participated in Operation Prom Night. Sponsored by the Junior Class, the prom was held April 16, 1988, in the school cafeteria. Music u as provided by the KBIU Sound Factory. Prior to the coronation, seniors were recognized by their participating in the Senior Walk. An additional highlight was the traditional garter ceremony. Wen-dee Duhon and Kevin Banks were crowned as Mr. and Miss Westlake High School by a vote of the entire student body. Another special feature of prom night was the valet parking service provided by parents and faculty. Following the prom, the Cage Club sponsored a breakfast at the Chateau Charles for all juniors, seniors, and chaperones. Cash door prizes were awarded to 5 lucky students. WE WERE The students shown demonstrate the different phases of producing a successful prom night. 20 Academics

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THE RAMS RALLY 22 Around School (Top. left to right)- Richie McGuire. World Geography: Amanda Henry, General History; Byron Frelot. Civics; Mary LeGros. Free Enterprise; and Kelly Tipton. American History; and not shown. Angie Crager. Government. (Bottom left, left to right)- Anissa Richard. Geometry; Kevin Banks. Advanced Math; Julie Le-Bert, Trigonometry; Tonya Tubbs. Algebra II; and Rodney Ruddick. Algebra I. “Ram Rally Week” was celebrated at Westlake High March 7-12 honoring the students who were selected to participate in the Literary Rally on March 12. Friday the rally students had a study day with refreshments and a pizza party furnished by the faculty. In addition, they received flowers and shirts from the school.