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N: eo j : A new management Reve retirements, and transfers left the pilot’s seat available for new management. The new leaders lead the student body through a pueceul year. 2 x epring into ‘91. oe 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. a _ Activities AtoZ. -- . 102 \e@ 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! .168 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. .198 | Where are you? . | at -N-D-E-X, Ads, Clubs. Find somebody, buy something, join the oe ‘That's all folks206 n élosing, this school has truly felt the pare ueb eing unger new management, © aos «8? “T Am Somebody!” ao fe adi, a VaneN e eae es 14 4 te, “ 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 Phone: (804) 591-4600 Fax: (804) 596-2504 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 organ 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- (4 | Spring Division Off We Gol A final check in line order was made by Ms. Lynne Pierce, as the seniors approached the stage to receive 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 another 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 escorted by Peaches Lovett received the honor of becoming Mr. Mariner. The enthusiasm 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 presented in April. Photos by Mike White