Woodbridge High School - Valhalla Yearbook (Woodbridge, VA)

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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

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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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Pull harder!!! Tami Westover and Ray Long aided by the sophomores struggle against the freshmen. 12 Viking Day