Mariner, The

216 Pages·1992·39.9 MB·English

by  Ferguson High School

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s the spring activities ee a final
blend brought a close to one school year
and the beginning of another. The Spring Sup-
yen highlighted the enchanting eonclusian.
: The life and times of.
chool, work, and fun, but not ee, in
that order, brought about changes in each
_ student. Raised spirits soared high as students
experienced student life.
Pretty as a picture...
h-ch-ch-changes were best seen in ae
individual picture. Taken in early Septem-
ber, the portraits captured the youth thata
year’s maturity changed.
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rom Art Club to Yearbook, students par-
ticipated in activities from August to June.
Commitment, dedication, and school spirit were
Pe de by all who phos to paricrpate.
ce Hall of Academe f1 tt . 120
ive mean Al was the cheer everyone ex-
pressed tn September. Students found
"they had to work for their grades as they
ao Progressed through their academic Classes.
- Too fit to quit. Tae 136
erserverance, Sele andP ea:
_ were the signs of student commitment as
the athletes competed for standings in district
Deas ey sported the fittest!
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Partners in education Ay
ringing the school and community ues
er, clvic and community leaders worked
with students to strengthen school spirit and to
Bure student life.
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Striving forPerfection! Leading the
way with the.Science Ecology Club,
Mr. Joe DeVincentisand club members
were receiving last minute instructions
on cleaning the<campus.while partic-
ipating in the Clean CampusyCommu-
nity Project. Photo By Kay
We’re outlI Tired of the first day al-
ready, everyone.is anxious to get on
their bus,/Philip Armstrong, Daren
Kent, and Renee Banks attempted to
locate the bus they rode on that momn-
ing. Photosby;Kay
THE MARINER
FERGUSON HIGH SCHOOL
11 Shoe Lane
Newport News, Virginia 23606
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Volume 31 Population 1275
UNDER NEW
Management
class had replaced those
e hange is inevitable. students who had grad-
Just when a rou- uated and moved on in
tine starts to become their lives. Once students
comfortable, circum- had settled into the rou-
stances come along and tine of school rumors be-
change becomes neces- gan to fly. The Adminis-
sary. Adapting to the tration was going to
changes is often very dif- change! The Principal, Mr
ficult and takes quite a bit Henry J. Godfrey was go-
of time. When routines ing to leave. Many stu-
become settled change dents were relieved that
takes place again and the the position was filled by
process starts all over. a familiar face, Mrs. Mari-
When the students anne Lamberton. With
came into school the first Mrs. Lamberton moving
day everyone noticed that up another vacancy be-
the faces of our faculty came opened. Another
and student body had new face, Mr. Richard
changed significantly. Brooks, was added to the
The multitude of retirees administrative staff.
had brought about many So many changes hap-
new teachers to take their pening at the same time
place at the head of the under the same roof
classroom. An entire new could possibly be mistak-
en for the New York Stock
Exchange. Guess again.
We are “Under NEW Man-
agement.”
by Carmen Sanchez
Seniors Kock the Housel As they
enjoyed the homecoming pep rally,
Robin McKeel, Theresa Coon, Mr. Mills,
Mr. Harry, and Mrs. Janita Carson mad-
ly cheered for the seniors. Photo by
Kay
Opening
Hooray! Rushing out of the building,
Phillip Armstrong threw his arms up in
relief after completing his first day of
the new school year. He was hoping
the next 179 school days would quick-
ly pass. Photo by Kay
Cash or Check? Colecting money
can be quite a job. Mrs. Mary Ellen
Frantz takes money from Mrs. Martha
Griffith for the purchase of a school
sweatshirt. Photo by Kay
Opening
A SPRING POTPOURRI
‘The Perfect Blend
ments were sent out to relatives and
A: the weather tumed warmer, close family friends. College scholar-
rehearsals got closer, and seni- ships and awards were given out at the
ors got jumpier. It was apparent that Awards Assembly. The ultimate high-
spring had arrived. A hint of excite- light of the spring events began as the
ment filled the air as the spring ac- seniors paraded down the aisle to the
tivities neared. The Drama Depart- beat of ‘‘Pomp and Circumstance’”’, to
ment geared up for the annual spring receive their diploma.
musical production. The tension Spring was the most exciting and
mounted as the National Honor So- the busiest season of the year. Stu-
ciety pondered over nominations and dents who were active in clubs, sports,
the selection process began. Students and extracurricular activities often
began to worry about what they would found themselves pressed for time be-
wear to the prom. Retiring teachers tween programs and events. An extra
looked forward to the never ending effort was put into studying and com-
summer vacation that layed ahead in pleting classroom activities in order to
the very near future. keep grades stabilized. The pressure
For seniors, spring was the most ex- of the hustle and bustle surrounding
citing time of the year. The two events everyone was surpassed by the en-
they looked forward to the most were joyment of the season.
the prom and the banquet. As these It took almost an entire season for
events edged closer they served as a the year to wind down and come to a
reminder of how fast time flew. Just in close. The time spent on the spring
time for some students to keep their activities was obvious. The faculty and
sanity, college acceptance letters be- the student body worked hard on or-
gan coming in. Graduation announce- ganizing planning, and preparing the
ments and other paraphemalia that many events and celebrations. @
seniors ordered finally arrived from by Carmen Sanchez
Herff Jones. Invitations and announce-
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Spring Division
Off We Gol A final check in line order
was made by Ms. Lynne Pierce, as the
seniors approached the stage to re-
ceive their diplomas. Memories and
thoughts of the future clouded the
seniors’ minds as they awaited that
special moment. Photo by Kay
Thanks for the Help! Senior class
officers Carl Cardenas, Cherquetta
Brown, David Wilson, Erin Clements,
and Mary Dallas Allen surprise Ms.
Lynne Pierce with a gift at the banquet.
Photo by Kay.
Presenting the Bestl The recipient
of the Walter-Hearst Scholarship was
Timothy Walter, Jr. the son of the late
principal Mr. Timothy Walter. Mr. Larry
Paffrath and Mrs. Barbara Raines
proudly presented the award at the
awards assembly. Photo by Kay
Spring Division CN
A Classic Blend
The Closing of an Era...
SS innine marks the ending of an-
other year and the climax of the high
school experience for the senior class.
Activity began to rise as the musical pro-
gram, sports events, senior activities
and final assignments rushed toward
completion.
Boosting Enthusiasm
The first annual “Spring Fling’’ organ-
ized by the SCA, honored spring sports,
promoted spring activities, and boosted
school enthusiasm. Beginning in March,
students celebrated each day sporting a
different theme. The staff and student
body wore their choice of college sweat-
shirts, red and white clothing, flashback
attire, and clothes showing school col-
ors. At a pep rally, the Homecoming
Court escorted the Mr. Mariner candi-
dates to the festivities. Kevin White es-
corted by Peaches Lovett received the
honor of becoming Mr. Mariner. The en-
thusiasm climaxed with a dance held in
the school cafeteria. “Spring Fling’ was
very successful; setting the tradition for
years to come.
Performing Thespians
There’s a bright golden haze on the
meadow; and the com is as high as an
elephants eye. They’re singing, dancing,
fighting, laughing, crying, loving, hating,
killing, and marrying. This is the plot of
Rodger’s and Hammerstein’s
“Oklahoma” which the Drama Depart-
ment and Thespian Troupe #1629 pre-
sented in April. Photos by Mike White