Wilson Hall - Idylls Yearbook (Sumter, SC)

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The crowd listens attentively as Julia Gee gives her 53, , 4MP Graduates 4W With hearts fluttering like the wings of an eagle, the graduating class of 1985 soared across the Wilson Hall stage in their final flight as students of Wilson Hall. Reducing the audience to tears, the 1985 senior class lifted their voices together under the direction of Mrs. Patti Croft, in singing the emotional lyrics to tiLike An Eaglef, As the last lilting strains of uLike An EagleT floated through the gym, the onlookers came to their feet in a standing ovation, choking back sobs of joy. Commencement ceremonies were performed in the Wilson Hall gymnasium on Thursday evening, May 5, 1985. The seniors were proudly escorted by the Junior Soar Into the World Marshals: John Britton, Pitts Har- ris, Tricia Lee, Michele Moses, Allison Stover and Ruth Strong. The honor of presenting the Com- mencement Address was awarded to the President of the University of South Carolina, Dr. James B. Holderman. The inspiring speech given by Dr. Holderman was followed with the Valedictory presentation given by Steve Newman. Julia Gee added to SteveTs stimulating speech with her own Salutatory oration. As the graduates descended the steps, they knew that they now had to walk alone yet could still rely on the guidance received while attending Wilson Hall. Paula Waters embraces a young friend as she and Karen Ferro get ready to celebrate their graduation. Teary eyes can be seen on the graduating class of 1985 as they sing uLike an Eagle. Graduation - 15

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After receiving the coveted John S. Wilson award. Steve Newman receives a hug from Mrs, Wilson. Steve Newman receives a deserved standing ovation as he concludes his valedictory speech Before the Graduation ceremony, honored speaker Dr. James B Holderman converses with Mr. Love and Board member, Mr. Bill Price v These faces say it all as Joey Turbeville. Westy Bowen, and Cecile Hopper lock arms directly after the graduation ceremony.

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It was hard to 9 sit still. Warm spring days brought energetic spirits and in- novative ideas. Spring ac- tivities such as Career Day, International Day and Field Day allowed many lower school students an outlet for their creativi- ty and zeal. llWherels the party? or rather, gWhere's your party? were ques- tions asked of fourth, fifth, and sixth graders during career day. llWould you like to join the party of doctors, group of lawyers, or gathering of executives? Put on by the ADD Program, Career Day was designed for an in depth exploration into different career choices and provided an op- portunity to do research and gain practical knowledge of specific careers. The ADD program's lAd- ding Divergent Dimensionsl goal was presenting experiences not Mr. Hugh Humphries and Chip Humphries willingly explain Civil Engineering to Jamie Rembert and Chad Morris. Coach Robert Wrightenberry teaches the fine art of hula-hooping with the hips. 16 - Spring Fun Lots of Energy l Brings Lots of Fun normally found in a classroom atmosphere. Spring activities also brought Greece, Spain, Germany, Thailand, and many other countries to Wilson Hall. For International Day, sixth graders researched food, customs and clothing of different countries and built booths to share tasty foreign delights and information with inquiring students, parents, and teachers. With beautiful spring days came energetic spirits and lots of physical activity. Field day was an excellent outlet as it allowed lower school students an opportunity to compete in hoola-hooping contests, egg races, tug-oLwar contests, and sack races. The gym roared with laughter and cheers all day long, but one could never mistake the thunderous voice of Coach Wrightenberry as he cheered on the tug-of-war teams. April Powell demonstrates how to bandage Bridgette Bolinng head on Career Day.