Woodbridge High School - Valhalla Yearbook (Woodbridge, VA)

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We’re winning! Wendy Williams looks on as she anticipates the outcome of the game. Wen¬ dy shows both class spirit and school spirit as she cheers. They’re playing our song! Susan Spivey dances to a slow song with her date. The dance was well attended and it was often hard to find a spot on the floor. A Case of Jitterbugs “I feel scared, nervous.” “I feel the same.” “We’re all scared!” These were the comments of the Senior princesses Toni DeWitt and Becky Stevens along with the soon to be Homecoming Queen, Stephanie Hy- lan, as they were questioned about the coming events of the evening. A group of six other girls and guys felt anticipation for the night also. Kim Gaul, escorted by Joey Oddo, and Sheri Barbier, escorted by Brad Church, were the Junior class prin¬ cesses. Representing the Sopho¬ more class were Kelly Fisher and Jenny Capece with escorts David Milhiser and Todd Becker. Shan¬ non Dimisa, Kris Springfield, Brian Cropp, and Scott Lindley were the princesses and escorts for the Fresh¬ man class. Are we all here? The Homecoming princesses and queen are honored with the traditional walk between the crowd and are seated in a special arrangement. 10 Homecoming

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It Didn’t Begin at Stouffers Newly washed and waxed cars pulled up to Stouffers Concourse Hotel in Cry¬ stal City, May 3rd, at 9:00 p.m. to begin a night few would forget. The guys, decked out in tuxedoes and bow ties, gentlemen- ly opened the car doors for their dates. Coming out from the car and acting very elegantly, were girls in very fancy formal dresses. The couples next made their way up to the ballroom. Here, the band Ignition played the rhythem to which many enjoyed dancing. Both fast and slow songs were played, but the floor was always full of couples dancing closely when the slower beat began. Prom was a night for socializing, dancing, being with one special person, and continuing tradi¬ tion. Midway through the evening, five junior princesses and five senior prin¬ cesses were escorted through a break in the crowd to the front of the ballroom. The tradition of prom was carried out as the crown of the queen was passed to Dana Strickland, and Toni DeWitt was named Maid of Honor. They then danced to the theme song “Time Will Reveal.” The formalities of prom were over too soon at 1:00 in the morning. Mrs. Edwina Drake, junior sponsor, no¬ ticed, “I have never seen so many people stay until the end.” The atmosphere was so lively, couples wanted to stay. The actual prom may have been only four hours, but was more than one night. It all started with finding dates, then buying dresses and renting tuxedoes. Cars were shined up, dinner reservations were made, flowers were ordered, and manners were practiced. All this prep¬ aration was captured by pictures moms and dads insisted on taking. After the dance, curfewes were lifted allowing many couples to finish the evening with breakfast or by watching the sunrise. Ju¬ nior Todd Fisher recalled, “I wanted the evening to end right. I gave my date, Erin, a rose; we looked at the stars by candlelight, and later we made breakfast together.” “ ... And our Homecoming Queen is ... ” An anxious feeling is felt by the senior princesses until the queen’s name is announced. Dana Strickland smiles as queen with Rob Benson, her escourt. A hug for a princess. Mrs. Edwina Drake, head junior class sponsor, shares Becky Stevens’ happiness as she is named first runner up in the prom court for junior princesses. Prom 9

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It Wasn’t About Coming Home Balloons rose, fireworks exploded, costumes were worn, corsages were giv¬ en, crowds cheered and all for one reason — Homecoming. At the mention of the word, the thought of finding a date for the dance was usually the first thing that came to mind. But it was more than just a dance, it was an event. The week of October 14-17 was filled with spirit involved with the theme of Camelot. The traditional Spirit Week days were appointed along with class spirit competitions. A pep rally was held Friday afternoon, and the spirit was overwhelming. Students were psyched for the events of the evening and the up¬ coming dance. Friday night was filled with excite¬ ment. At 6:00, the parade of elaborate floats left Governors’ Court in Lake Ridge and weaved its way over to the high school. The game started at 8:00 with a stadium full of spectators. The crowd was rowdy with support for our fighting football team. Leading the crowds in cheers were 13 additional guy cheerleaders performing with the regu¬ lar 16 girl cheerleaders. The half-time festivities consisted of the presentation of the Spirit Flag and the announcing of the winning float. Both awards went to the Senior class. A school record was achieved that night when the class of 87 won the float compe¬ tition for the third time. The glamorous formalities were next with the escorting of princesses onto the field. Stephanie Hylan was filled with emotion as return¬ ing Queen, Dana Strickland, crowned her Homecoming Queen and as helium balloons rose behind them. After Steph¬ anie took the traditional ride around the track, the game swung back into motion. The game ended with the scoreboard reading 26-0, and fireworks exploding as our football team exited the field victori¬ ously. The hustle and bustle of Homecoming Week came to a smooth ending at the Saturday night dance. Semiformally dressed couples made their way to the school after meeting their dinner reser¬ vations. Slow songs were the most danced to, but the floor was always full of people dancing and having a good time. Adding some originality to the evening was the school’s new electronic message board. Messages were sent to dates or to couples for all to see. The dance came to a close at 12:00 midnight. Groups left the atmosphere of good times in recollection of the past week of memories. Who you gonna yell for?! Members of the sophomore class yell and cheer for their class as they walk along their float during the parade. Homecoming 11